School Nurse

PRINCETON PUBLIC SCHOOLS BOARD REAPPROVED SCHOOL NURSE April 23, 2019 UNIT AFFILIATION: PREA JOB TITLE: SCHOOL NURSE SUPERVISOR: BUILDING PRINCIPAL QUALIFICATIONS:

• Valid New Jersey School Nurse Certificate - Highly developed skills in: o Implementation of the District's School health and health education programs o Relating effectively with students, staff, parents and community health specialists o Maintaining accurate records o Preparing required reports in an accurate and timely manner o Providing effective health education instruction o Collaborative planning for the continued improvement of the school an district health services program o A commitment to personal professional growth and development PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES: A. Fulfill all responsibilities as defined in State Law, administrative code, and local Board of Education policy and procedures pertaining to the functions relating to the job title of school nurse B. Assess the physical well-being of pupils in terms of developmental and present health status C. Provide health education for pupils and staff in the classroom and building as prescribed by local procedures D. Coordinate the health referral process and communicates health findings to the appropriate persons and/or agencies E. Provide health counseling for pupils, parents and staff F. Maintain a comprehensive health history and health appraisal record system G. Provide direct health care services to pupils and staff H. Maintain a communicable disease control program as prescribed I. Patriciate in the Child Study Team process by interpreting significant findings of health history, physical assessments, and reports of medical consults J. Initiate medically related home instruction procedures and implements follow-up procedures K. Initiate, facilitate and maintain liaison between the school and community health agencies L. Prepare reports as mandated by law, local policy or local procedures M. Develop activities and strategies, as appropriate, in collaboration with regular classroom teachers and Special Education Teachers to maximize the opportunity for students to participate in the general educational program with success, thereby translating the Board's commitment to equal educational opportunity into classroom practice N. Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor SPECIAL NOTE: NJAC 6:11-4.5 (h) states, "The holder of a valid New Jersey registered nurse license may be issued a county substitute certificate to serve as a substitute for a school nurse" HUMAN RESOURCES MISSION STATEMENT: This organization believes that every individual makes a significant contribution to Princeton's success. That contribution should not be limited to assigned responsibilities. Therefore, this position description is designed to define primary duties, qualifications and job scope but should not limit the incumbent nor the organization to the work identified. It is our expectation that every employee will offer his/her services wherever and whenever necessary to ensure the success of the District's goals. AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT STATEMENT: External and internal applicants, as well as employees who become disabled, must be able to perform the essential functions listed on this job description either unaided or with reasonable accommodation. The Princeton Schools shall determine reasonable accommodation on a case-bycase basis in accordance with applicable law, in the event such a determination becomes necessary. I have read this job description and I certify I meet all of the qualifications. I understand the physical, mental, and environmental demands of the position, and I can perform all of the essential functions of the position unaided or with accommodation. Signature of Applicant/ Employee Date EQUAL OPPORTUNITY MULTICULTURAL EMPLOYER