Job Description

HANCOCK COUNTY SCHOOLS
Notice of Vacancy

POSITION: School Nurse
IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR: School Principal
FLSA STATUS: Exempt
EMPLOYMENT TERM: 3 flex days prior to start of 2026-2027 school year for records review and updating health care plans
SALARY: In accordance with the Hancock County Schools salary schedule for professionals, commensurate with experience and degree level.
EVALUATION: Performance in this position will be evaluated annually by the Superintendent or his or her designee and in accordance with WV State Code § l SA-2-12, State Board Policy 5310.

Perform vision and hearing screenings; makes throat and dental inspections; assists at immunization clinics and keeps immunization records; contacts parents concerning health problems of children; visits the home to check on condition of children; refers children to health and social agencies where appropriate; assists in health education programs conducted in the schools; keeps schools supplied with first aid equipment; travels on field trips; keeps records and makes reports.

QUALIFICATIONS:
• Graduation from a recognized school of nursing.
• Possession of a license to practice as a registered nurse in the State of West Virginia and possession of a BSN degree.
• Must possess current valid WV licensure as a registered nurse
• WV Professional Student Support Certificate or Long-term Substitute Permit endorsed for School Nurse

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
The school nurse is responsible to the Director of Student Services through the office of the school principal.

1. Coordinate, plan, and implement the total school health service program, with the Director of Special Education, at the county and school levels, to meet the needs of county students
2. Deliver health services at the county and school levels
3. Collaborate with principals and teachers to facilitate health education at the school level including, but not limited to, nutrition education, basic growth and development, personal hygiene, sexually-transmitted disease prevention, substance abuse prevention and cessation, and safety
4. Utilize community health care resources and interagency partnerships to enhance school health services for county students
5. Comply with health and screening regulations required by state law, West Virginia Board of Education policies, and Hancock County Board of Education policies
6. Coordinate and facilitate vision, hearing, dental, scoliosis, and other screening activities as necessary
7. Assess immunization status of children entering school for the first time and provide required information for appropriate regulatory agencies
8. Provide pre-enrollment screening for preschool and kindergarten students
9. Assist with pediculosis and scabies screenings, referrals, and recommendations concerning treatment of such.
10. Document health information for appropriate school personnel and health care agencies, providing statistical health information when necessary. Compile health statistics for required reports.
11. Initiate appropriate activities and / or interventions to assure that remedial health problems of students are addressed, while also assisting parents with referrals to appropriate health care providers
12. Act as a resource to special education staff and school administrators with health issues pertaining to individualized education plans and Section 504 plans
13. Identify and report students at high risk for health problems
14. Provide for emergency first aid to injured and / or seriously ill students and / or school personnel
15. Follow up on certain accident reports submitted by principals to protect the interests of the county
16. Counsel with students and parents; confer with teachers and other school personnel, to share and interpret student health information as appropriate
17. Control communicable diseases by observing signs and symptoms and providing follow-up measures
18. Assist with the recording of certain health information on permanent record cards or through the WVEIS when necessary or appropriate
19. Oversee maintenance of standard health records, providing technical assistance to school administrative and/or secretarial personnel
20. Assist with special medical clinics, or providing health-related services (i.e., PPD tests, blood pressure screenings, etc.) to students and / or school employees as requested by administration.
21. Implement and evaluate effective screening procedures and health care techniques to meet current health needs of students.
22. Plan health related in-service programs (i.e., first aid, CPR) for school personnel or others as requested by administration.
23. Coordinate and provide orientation for new staff members and continuing education as requested or required by state or local regulations
24. Maintain first aid supplies
25. Recommend and evaluate the purchase of special health-related equipment and supplies
26. Establish communication with parents, the community, and other health care providers on health-related issues
27. Assist with the dissemination of public awareness and school / community relations materials related to health and safety, including resources which relate known health issues to wellness and substance abuse cessation.
28. Participate in relevant training as recommended and / or approved by the Director of Special Education and / or Superintendent.
29. Utilize self-appraisal for the improvement of job description skills
30. Demonstrate unbiased attitudes in fulfilling administrative responsibilities
31. Perform any other reasonable and appropriate duties as assigned by the Director of Special Education and / or Superintendent or designee

The information contained in the job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and is not an exhaustive list of duties performed by this position. Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding this position and additional duties may be assigned by the Superintendent or his/her designee.

Required for ALL applicants.
I. Application
2. Current Transcripts (if applicable)
3. Copy of West Virginia Certifications (if available/applicable)
4. Resume including references
5. Copies of past two (2) evaluations (if applicable)

"As required by federal laws and regulation, the Hancock County Board of Education does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, color, religion, handicapping condition, or national origin in employment or in its educational programs and activities. Inquiries may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, Hancock County Board of Education, P.O. Box 1300, New Cumberland, WV 26047, phone no. 304-564-3411; or to the Section 504 Coordinator, Hancock County Board of Education, P.O. Box 1300, New Cumberland, WV 26047, phone no. 304-564-3411; to the State Elimination of Sex Discrimination Project Coordinator, phone no. 304-558-7867; or to the U.S. Department of Education's Director of the Office for Civil Rights, phone no. (215) 596-6795."