RN South Sioux City Middle School
Company: UnityPoint Health
Location: Sioux City
Posted on: April 18, 2024
Job Description:
OverviewUnityPoint- School NurseFull-Time at So Sioux City
Middle SchoolM-F 7:30am-3:30pm $5,000.00 Sign on Bonus to Qualified
Applicants! Provide nursing assessment, care and referral to
injured or ill workers/students. Be a resource to contracted
companies/schools in complying with state and federal regulations
towards a safe and healthy workplace/school. Provide services in a
prevention framework of primary (promote health and prevent
disease, secondary (early recognition) and tertiary (intervention
and return to work) to the worker or student populations. Why
UnityPoint Health?
Culture - At UnityPoint Health, you
matter. Come for a fulfilling career and experience guided by
uncompromising values and unwavering belief in doing what's right
for the people we serve.Benefits - Our competitive program offers
benefits options like 401K match, paid time off and education
assistance that align with your needs and priorities, no matter
what life stage you're in.Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
Commitment - We're committed to ensuring you have a voice that is
heard regardless of role, race, gender, religion, or sexual
orientation.Development - We believe equipping you with support and
is an essential part of delivering a remarkable employment
experience.Community Involvement - Be an essential part of our core
purpose-to improve the health of the people and communities we
serve. Hear more from our team members about why UnityPoint Health
is a great place to work at .ResponsibilitiesClinical Experience
Provide medical care to injured/ill
employees/employee populations, student/student populations within
the Occupational Medicine Clinic and On-Site nurse
locations.Conduct examination and/or testing such as: Post job
offer exams, substance abuse testing, audiometric/pulmonary
testing, blood screens and other surveillance as required by
contracted employer.Manage day to day activities on On-Site nurse
locations to include:
Medical /nurse supply
management.Provide immunizations (influenza vaccination, Hepatitis
B, Tdap, TB screening, etc.).Program development and health
consultations with the company.Collaborate with community and
UnityPoint resources with company as appropriate. Maintain On-Site
medical records in compliance with state and federal
regulations.Support company compliance with state and federal
regulations (i.e. OSHA, workers compensation, etc.).Facilitate and
provide wellness activities at On-Site company such as:
Employee health exams, blood pressure
screening, wellness blood testing, biometric testing, health
coaching and education programs (i.e. blood borne pathogen
training, hearing conservation, pulmonary screening,
etc.).Facilitate employee/student return to work/school and fitness
for work duty related to work related or personal health issuers.
School Nurse Responsibilities:
Provides direct professional nursing
services: first aid, illness, and emergency care to students and
staff in response to the nursing assessment and in accordance with
professional standards, school policy and procedures, and state and
local mandates.Administers medication with appropriate
documentation.Participates in maintaining accurate medical records
to assure compliance with state mandates including immunizations,
physical examinations, and medical conditions.Conducts mandated
screenings and referrals as determined by state policy.Makes
appropriate assessment and referrals for suspected abuse/neglect as
a mandatory reporter.Supervises school health clerks and serves as
a resource for school state mandates.Coordinates health/hearing
screenings and follow-up referrals.Serves as a health consultant
and resource person for health education.Provides health promotion
and health education as needed.Works cooperatively with health
department to monitor communicable disease status in the school
district and respond to crisis situations if needed.Provide Blood
borne Pathogen training, Attack on Asthma training and medication
training to staff members designated by the principle or
administration.Attend IEP, MDT and SAT meetings as requested.Attend
school registration/open house and staff/student conferences as
needed. Communication
Maintains communication with
teachers, other school personnel, and parents/guardians to meet the
health and safety needs of students.Provides health services and
health information in an effective and positive manner to enhance
the health and wellness of the school community.Completes
accident/incident reports for students/staff.Compiles data for
statistical purposes.Maintains confidentiality regarding all school
and health related issues. Organization
Maintains a daily log of
student/staff visits and documentation on individual health
records.Maintains accurate health records.Follows HIPPA and FERPA
requirements.Maintains the daily environment of the health office
facility and supplies.Utilizes existing technology effectively in
the performance of duties.Performs other health or school related
work as required.Basic UPH Performance Criteria
Demonstrates the UnityPoint Health
Values and Standards of Behaviors as well as adheres to policies
and procedures and safety guidelines.Demonstrates ability to meet
business needs of department with regular, reliable
attendance.Employee maintains current licenses and/or
certifications required for the position.Practices and reflects
knowledge of HIPAA, TJC, DNV, OSHA and other federal/state
regulatory agencies guiding healthcare.Completes all annual
education and competency requirements within the calendar year.Is
knowledgeable of hospital and department compliance requirements
for federally funded healthcare programs (e.g. Medicare and
Medicaid) regarding fraud, waste and abuse. Brings any questions or
concerns regarding compliance to the immediate attention of
hospital administrative staff. Takes appropriate action on concerns
reported by department staff related to compliance. Qualifications
Minimum RequirementsIdentify items that are minimally required to
perform the essential functions of this position.Preferred or
SpecializedNot required to perform the essential functions of the
position.Education: Registered Nurse, BSN preferred Experience:
On-Site Position: 2 years nursing experience, preferredSchool nurse
Position: 3-5 years minimum experience in any one or combination of
the following:pediatric nursing, emergency care nursing, public
health, mental health nursing, schoolnursing or 2 years
occupational health nursing License(s)/Certification(s): Current
nursing license in compact state, BLS certified within 30 days of
hire.Valid driver's license when driving any vehicle for
work-related reasons.COHN-desirable.School Nurse Citification
desirable Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: Experience in occupational
health, school nursing desirable.Word/Excel Other: Use of usual and
customary equipment used to perform essential functions of the
position.
- Area of Interest: Nursing;
- FTE/Hours per pay period: 0.8;
- Department: On Site Occupational Serv- SLC;
- Shift: Monday-Friday 07:30-3:30;
- Job ID: 147602;
Keywords: UnityPoint Health, Sioux City , RN South Sioux City Middle School, Healthcare , Sioux City, Iowa
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