The School Nurse assumesresponsibility and accountability for the application of the nursing processand the delivery of student/client care and/or contracted services in a schoolsetting. The School Nurse may also be in a supervisory position within the contractedservices. The School Nurse provides services in accordance with MaximHealthcare’s philosophy, standards, policies and physician orders.

　　Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

　　Utilizes the nursing process toplan, implement and evaluate student’s care needs

　　Demonstrates on each assignmentthe provision of skill nursing care in accordance with prescribed orders/IHP

　　Performs interventions,treatments and medications administration according to the identifiedpriorities as outlined in the IHP

　　Monitors and documentseffectiveness of interventions, treatments and medications

　　Completes documentation perclient expectations

　　Coordinates and facilitatesservices as requested between the school, local health agencies and othercommunity resources to meet the needs of the student

　　Communicates with the schooldistrict personnel about student’s plan of care/IHP

　　Notifies District SchoolNurse/Maxim Supervisor /Parent/Physician as outlined in the IHP regarding thefollowing:

　　Changes in condition of student

　　Physician notification to obtainnecessary orders

　　Collaborates with school/educationpersonnel/other health agencies as requested, to design and meet student’shealth care needs

　　Evaluates and assures student safetyat all times

　　Adheres to Maxim Healthcare andschool district policies

　　Maintains accuracy in student healthrecord

　　Supports professional practice byobserving the following:

　　Nurse Practice Act

　　Standards of Nursing Practice

　　Standards of Patient Care

　　Standards of accrediting body (The Joint Commission)

　　State laws

　　Educational Codes and Federal Laws as described in the ADA and IDEA

　　Patient Bill of Rights

　　Maxim Healthcare and schooldistrict policies

　　At request of school districtparticipates in student care conferences/Individualized Education Program (IEP)

　　LPN/LVNs should direct questionsregarding orders and changes in condition to a Supervising RN (DN and/orClinical Supervisor)

　　Performs other duties as assigned/necessary

　　Minimum Requirements:

　　Graduate of an accreditedregistered, practical or vocational nursing program

　　Licensed as a LicensedPractical, Licensed Vocational or Registered Nurse in state(s) where practicing

　　One year of professionalexperience, preferred

　　Complies with acceptedprofessional standard and practice

　　Willingness to participate inskill advancement, if applicable

　　Participation and completion ofMaxim's Competency program

　　Current CPR

　　PPD or chest x-ray if applicable

　　Current Health certificate (percontract or state regulation)

　　Must meet all federal, state andlocal requirements

　　Successful completion of newhire training as applicable to job site

　　Understand patientconfidentiality and HIPAA requirements

　　Ability to effectivelyelicit/provide information to and from appropriate individuals (including, butnot limited to, supervisors, co-workers, clients) via strong communicationskills; proficiency in the English language may be required

　　Computer proficiency required

　　Must be at least 18 years of age

　　Benefits

　　At Maxim Healthcare Staffing, 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 Maxim Healthcare Staffing

　　Maxim Healthcare Staffing has been making a difference in the lives of our patients, caregivers, and employees for more than 30 years. Our nationwide suite of services includes home healthcare, companion and behavioral care, healthcare staffing, and workforce solutions. Maxim's commitment to customer service, compassionate patient care, and filling critical staffing needs makes us a trusted partner wherever healthcare is needed.

　　Maxim Healthcare Staffing 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.