This includes staff in-service and training, and ongoing monitoring to insure that procedures are carried out safely and documented accurately Completes health histories as a component of case study evaluations and presents health history information at the IEP March 2011 Page 3. meeting Develops emergency plans for medically fragile students in case of the need for emergency evacuation from school Completes classroom observations and participates in classroom programs to identify and/or monitor the progress of special education students with health care needs Participates with other staff in behavioral assessments and writing behavior plans Participates in the implementation of these plans Safety In-services staff on Department of Labor regulations regarding blood borne pathogens and follow-up on exposure incidents Evaluates areas in school where nursing procedures, diapering, and toileting needs of medically fragile students can be carried out using good hygiene and providing for student privacy Coordinates with local fire department and EMTs on services such as the MEDIC program for medically fragile and technology dependent children and students with do not resuscitate orders AED use, and emergency treatment/paramedic calls. Trains staff to sue the equipment safely In the early childhood program, participates in Child Find screenings as part of the early childhood diagnostic team Observes and consults with building administrators relative to safety precautions in the school building, especially in areas such as Art, Home Economics, Shop, Physical Education, and Science departments Professional Development Participates as a member of professional school nursing and education organizations Utilizes continuing education opportunities to enhance professional knowledge in both nursing and education fields Participates as a member of the faculty on District committees and association activities Participates in health related community activities as a representative of the School District Communication Maintains communication with administrators, teachers, other school personnel, and parents/guardians to enhance cooperative action, which will meet the health and safety needs of students Initiates contact with and acts as a liaison between the home, school, community health agencies, and the private medical sector to enhance the health and wellness of the school community Maintains confidentiality regarding all school and health-related issues.