REPORTS TO:                          Director of Student Services

FLSA STATUS:                         Exempt

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:       SUBSTITUTE

DOMAIN:  PLANNING

1. Cooperate with school administration and faculty in formulating policies, standards, and objectives of the school health program

DOMAIN:  OPERATIONAL DUTIES

1. Work with allied agencies in providing medical services.
2. Develop and conduct programs of screening.
3. Conduct periodic health appraisals, evaluations, and maintain follow-through on individual students.
4. Provide appropriate medical and follow-up services.
5. Act as health consultant and resource person.
6. Assess environment of health and safety.
7. Implement policies for emergency care, first aid, and administration of medication in cooperation with medical and administrative personnel.
8. Act as a resource person for counseling with students regarding health career opportunities.
9. Provide health counseling and guidance to pupils, parents, and school personnel.
10. Shall examine children and investigate cases of head lice (genus pediculus) when requested by administrators.
11. Participate in faculty meetings and serve on faculty committees.
12. Help students achieve and maintain maximal health, thus allowing the student to function to the best of their capabilities-physically, emotionally, intellectually, educationally, and socially—by serving as an advocate for the student, promoting positive approaches to optimal health.
13. Shall assist students with chronic health problems by assisting the student, the family, and school personnel and increase or maximize the student’s potential for participation in school and related activities.
14. Perform other health or educational duties as established by the Supervisor of Child Welfare and Attendance and/or the Supervisor of Special Education for Assumption Parish in accordance with credentials.
15. Assist in supervising of LPN and UAP employees.
16. Perform any other duties assigned by the Superintendent or his designee.

DOMAIN:  COMMUNITY RELATIONS

1. Serve as a liaison with parents, school, and community.
2. Represent the school in health activities with professional organizations, civic groups, and community agencies.
3. Coordinate all facets of the school health program within the school program and with the health program of the community.
4. Adhere to Board policies and administrative rules and regulations.

DOMAIN:  ATTENDANCE AND PUNCTUALITY

1. Adhere to district guidelines relative to attendance.
2. Regularly report to work on time and work additional hours when deemed necessary.
3. Contact supervisor when absent.
4. Clock in/out and utilize time when appropriate.

DOMAIN:  SAFETY

1. Complete tasks in a safe manner as prescribed by the Safety Department or by the employee’s profession/craft.
2. Maintain a neat and orderly work environment.
3. Dress appropriately for the job assigned and in compliance with state law and Board policy GAMB Employee Dress Code.
4. Display employee ID tag at all times on duty.
5. Report any unsafe conditions or any incidents of injury or damage immediately to the appropriate official.
6. Comply with policies on GAMA Employee Tobacco Use, Drug-Free Workplace, and use of cell phones when on duty.

DOMAIN:  COMMUNICATION

1. Understand and interpret written and verbal instructions from immediate supervisor and give clear written and oral instructions to others as required.
2. Accurately compile data, summarize information and provide written reports when required.
3. Answer the telephone and receive visitors in a courteous and efficient manner.
4. Follow the chain of command for various administrative procedures.

DOMAIN:  PROFESSIONALISM

1. Attend and constructively participate in meetings and professional development activities.
2. Use active listening skills.
3. Accept and recognize the value of the contribution of others.
4. Exhibit a caring, positive attitude towards others.
5. Maintain the confidentiality of all School Board business by refraining from accessing, discussing, or disclosing anything outside the scope of employment unless authorized by immediate supervisor.
6. Observe professional ethics as prescribed by the employee’s profession/craft and in accordance with state law and board policy (GAI Solicitations, GAIB Solicitations of Staff Members, GAJ, Gifts).
7. Work and cooperate with entire staff.
8. Seek, share, and respect ideas of others.
9. Participate in professional activities on a local, state, and national level in assigned area (include for appropriate personnel).
10. Participate in professional growth activities, such as participation in seminars, conferences, and workshops for improvement of knowledge and skills relating to best practices in the use of supplies, tools/equipment, and methods of operation.
11. Establish and maintain a harmonious working relationship with staff members, administrators, co-workers, teachers, parents, and the general public.
12. Adhere to high standards of professionalism and encourage professional growth.
13. Develop leadership and responsibility in colleagues and students if applicable.
14. Demonstrate skills to receive and give constructive feedback.
15. Identify problems and issues and work collaboratively to contribute ideas and find solutions.
16. Maintain communication with immediate supervisor, keeping him/her informed of problems, concerns, and significant developments.
17. Use verbal and non-verbal communication in a respectful manner.
18. Write and speak clearly and concisely for understanding.
19. Represent the schools and district in a positive manner.
20. Treat all stakeholders in a respectful and helpful manner.
21. Cooperate with administration in the performance of additional duties.
22. Cooperate with building and district staff in planning and evaluation.
23. Complete tasks, reports, and documents accurately according to specified timelines and expectations.
24. Minimize bias in self and others and accept responsibility for his/her own actions.
25. Adhere to ethical, legal, and professional standards.
26. Adhere to Board policies and procedures and administrative rules, guidelines, and regulations.
27. Apply laws, policies, regulations, and procedures fairly, consistently, wisely, and compassionately.
28. Follow directives as assigned by supervisor.
29. Use proper administrative procedures for making requests and resolving conflicts.

OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Other duties may be assigned.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: Must hold a current license as a Registered Nurse in the State of Louisiana.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, speak, hear and sometimes sit. Occasionally the employee will bend or twist at the neck more than the average person. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may occasionally push or lift up to 50 lbs. such as boxes of books and AV/VCR carts. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision such as to read handwritten or typed material, and the ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment described here is representative of which an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the American with Disabilities Act (A.D.A.) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding this position and additional duties may be assigned.