Position Summary: Provide direct health services to individual students and staff.

Qualifications, certification, and Experience

Current license as a registered nurse (RN) from the Iowa Board of Nursing

Bachelor's degree in Nursing preferred

Knowledge of professional standards, the Nurse Practice Act and other statutes and regulations

Current CPR certification

Completed studies designed to develop knowledge and skills in the following areas:

health concerns of school youth

physical and emotional health of children and adults

community agencies/resources

legal rights and due process

Ability to manage the components of the School Health Program

Personal Performance Criteria

Works well with others, maintaining positive and effective communication with school personnel and students

Contributes to creating a positive work environment

Demonstrates integrity and respects confidentiality

Arrives on time and works consistently until the end of his/her scheduled day

Takes advantage of professional growth opportunities related to his/her specific job

Works independently and with confidence

Demonstrates ability to adjust to new and changing situations

Effective oral and written communication skills

Professional Performance Criteria

Manages School Health services

Implements the Nursing Process and Standards of School Nursing Practice (NASN 2005)

Maintains accurate health records on all students

Promotes optimal environmental health

Assists in evaluating the School Health Program

Terms of Employment: Substitutes are called and used on an “as needed basis” with no guarantee of hours or days.

Non-discrimination Statement

It is the policy of the Johnston Community School District not to illegally discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, gender, disability, religion, creed, age (for employment), marital status (for programs), sexual orientation, gender identity and socioeconomic status (for programs) in its educational programs and its employment practices.

There is a grievance procedure for processing complaints of discrimination. If you have questions or a grievance related to this policy, please contact the Director of Human Resources, 6510 NW 62nd Ave., Johnston, Iowa 50131, (515) 278-0470.

Primary Location DISTRICT WIDE

Salary Range $165.00 / Per Day

Shift Type Substitute