The 1:1 School Registered Nurse (RN) oversees theapplication of the nursing process and the delivery of student care in a schoolsetting.
The School RN provides servicesin accordance with District and Amergis Healthcares philosophy, standards,policies and physician orders.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
+ Utilizes the nursing process to plan, implement and evaluatestudents care needs
+ Demonstrates on each assignment the provision of skillnursing care in accordance with prescribed orders/IHP
+ Performs interventions, treatments and medications administrationaccording to the identified priorities as outlined in the IHP
+ Monitors and documents effectiveness of interventions,treatments and medications
+ Completes documentation per district expectations
+ Coordinates and facilitates services as requested betweenthe school, local health agencies and other community resources to meet theneeds of the student
+ Communicates with the school district personnel aboutstudents plan of care/IHP
+ Notifies District School Nurse/Parent/Physician as outlinedin the IHP regarding the following: changes in condition of student and Physician notification to obtainnecessary orders
+ Collaborates with school/education personnel/other healthagencies as requested to design and meet students health care needs
+ Evaluates and assures student safety at all times
+ Adheres to Amergis Healthcare and school districtpolicies
+ Maintains accuracy in student health record
+ Adheres to district protocol and policy at all times
+ At request of school district participates in student careconference / Individualized Education Program (IEP)
+ Supports student medical needs during transport asapplicable
Minimum Requirements:
+ Licensed as a Registered Nurse in state(s) where practicing
+ One year of school nursing experience, preferred
+ Pediatric experience, preferred
+ Complies with all relevant professional standards ofpractice
+ Participation and completion of Amergis' Competency programwhen applicable
+ Current CPR if applicable
+ TB Questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray if applicable
+ Current Health certificate (per contract or stateregulation)
+ Must meet all federal, state and local requirements
+ Successful completion of new hire training as applicable tojob site
+ Understand patient confidentiality and HIPAArequirements
+ Ability to effectively elicit/provide information to andfrom appropriate individuals (including, but not limited to, supervisors,co-workers, clients) via strong communication skills; proficiency in theEnglish language is required
+ Computer proficiency required
+ Must be at least 18 years of age
Benefits
At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:
+ Competitive pay & weekly paychecks
+ Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
+ 401(k) savings plan
+ Awards and recognition programs
*Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.
About Amergis
Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988.
We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school.
Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions.
Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.