School Nurse - Kalispell School District #5

Job Details

FTE .85 (34 hours per week), 183 work days, summers off.

Salary: RN starting at $25.23/hr. LPN starting at $22.70/hr. Non-exempt, benefit eligible.

Benefits include: a comprehensive benefit plan, Montana State retirement plan (TRS), overtime eligible, PLUS 8-days holiday pay, 15-days paid vacation, 12-days sick leave and 4 personal days to start. All benefits are prorated based on FTE. Employees and dependents on our health plan are also eligible to receive FREE visits to our Premise Health Clinic.

This position may qualify for a $3000 signing bonus for hard-to-fill positions! Certain restrictions apply. Call for details to 406-###-#### ext. 3444.

Open Until Filled

Job Responsibilities:

Provides nursing services to students with special medical needs subject to IEP and 504 Plans.
Conducts school health services, including physical assessments, tests for visual acuity, scoliosis screening, personal health counseling, and appropriate emergency health services.
Observes students to detect health needs and refers students in need of medical care.
Gathers and provides information regarding students' medical matters.
Maintains up-to-date cumulative health records on all students and participates in coordination of services.
Monitors compliance of school health program with federal, state and local laws, regulations and policies.
Participates as an advisor, consultant, and expert resource person for school staff in developing and implementing the needs of individual students.
Provides recommendations to administration for exclusion and readmission of students in connection with infectious and contagious diseases.
Actively participates in committee meetings regarding school health services, curriculum and environmental safety.
Collaborates with other child-support and community agencies.
Participates in and contributes to meetings in determining eligibility for special education services and in developing individual educational programs for those students who qualify.
Provides consultation in health related policies, goals and objectives of the school district.
Manages program allotment efficiently and maintains security of school health supplies.
Teaches First Aid, CPR, AED and/or other health related classes to staff and students.
Performs other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Knowledge of state and local laws and regulations relating to school health services.
Knowledge of public health problems and procedures for treatment in coordination with other health and social service agencies.
Knowledge of child growth, development, medical disorders and treatment.
Ability to exercise professional judgment in making decisions.

Ability to pass a physical screening and federal background check.
Ability to use current office technology and software programs.
Ability to effectively communicate.
Ability to work effectively with people from a variety of culturally diverse backgrounds.
Ability to follow directions.
Ability to obtain first aid certification upon employment.
Ability to maintain regular and acceptable attendance levels.

Minimum Qualifications:

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) or Associates Degree in Nursing (ADN); AND,
Current Registered Nurse license in State of Montana; AND,
Current Montana driver's license.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience as a school nurse.
Experience working with public health.

Physical Demands:

Ability to work a Medium Duty job, which involves exertion of 20-50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10-25 pounds frequently, and/or up to 40 pounds continuously to move objects.

Kalispell School District #5

05/23/2024

Kalispell,MT