Description

Responsible for providing nursing services to the students to further the ministry and mission of Bright Hope Learning Center. 

Accountability Areas and Critical Tasks 
Health Services for Children:   
1.   Assess health/medical needs and gather pertinent data of new and returning students.  
Assess and treat as appropriate health and/or medical needs of the children as they arise during the school day.  
Administer medication and/or treatments as ordered by the child’s physician. 
Administer over the counter medication with the signed approval of the parent/guardian. 
Coordinate and assist with tube feeding for students requiring such.  
Document all services given on treatment log, medication log, and in child’s record as appropriate.  
Collaborate with classrooms and therapeutic staff concerning emergencies.  If the child needs to be transported by ambulance, the school nurse may be called upon to accompany the child if a parent is not available. 
Review along with the Director the immunization records of each student, making sure their record is up to date and signed by a physician.  
 

Requirements

Maintain OSHA Requirements: 
Provide OSHA information to all new staff, emphasizing universal precautions.  
Provide information on Hepatitis B, vaccination and opportunity to receive through Bright Hope Learning Center.  
Maintain and update OSHA guidelines in coordination with supervisor. 
Review OSHA guidelines annually with all staff members. 
Maintain cleanliness of work areas – nurse’s office. 
 
CPR Certification: 
Schedule CPR certification for staff members once or twice a year. 
Assure that at least one classroom staff member is certified in CPR. 
 
Consulting Services:   
Consult with the parents and classroom staff regarding health/medical needs of the students and  
OSHA procedures.  
2.    Model for classroom staff proper medical care of the students and OSHA procedures.  
Provide inservice training to staff, volunteers, and parents, as needed. 
Coordinate with the staff regarding the medical needs of the children. 
Consult as needed with other medical personal involved in the medical care of the children.  
 
Position Specific Qualifications, Knowledge and Experience Requirements 
1.    Licensed in State of Kentucky. 
2.    At least one year’s experience working with children with developmental disabilities preferred.  
Maintain professional license and CPR certificate. 
Excellent skills in: 
Pediatric nursing 
Documentation. 
Organization. 
Interpersonal relationships 
Team work. 
 
Transdisciplinary Team & Professional Responsibilities    
Daily attendance at flock if employed full time. 
Attendance at designated staff meetings. 
Attendance at Back to School Night  
Attendance at BHLC fundraising events:  Bright Steps and Garden Party 
Attend workshops/seminars as requested, CS in-services and relevant conferences.   
Read professional literature as specified by supervisor.  
Other duties as assigned by supervisor. 
 
General Bright Hope Learning Center Position Requirements 
 
Qualifications, knowledge, and experience requirements 
Personal relationship with Christ that has been manifested consistently for the duration of her/his   
      life as a Christian. 
B.  Must have an appreciation for trans-disciplinary team approach to Special Education. 
C.  Experience with children birth through six years of age. 
Excellent skills in:  Communication, able to learn new tasks, teamwork organization, initiative and  
can work independently. 
E.  Self-discipline.    
F.   Ability to work independently and cooperatively with all BHLC staff as a team member.                              
H.  Demonstration of emotional stability, maturity, and a desire to grow spiritually such that spiritual         
      principles will be reflected in their day-to-day interactions, and genuine concern for a job done     
      correctly and with regard to others. 
 
Specialized knowledge and skills required for the following: 
A.  Ability to work effectively with an authority/supervisor. 
B.  Knowledge of the principles of supervision and skill in the practice of them. 
C.  Ability to communicate in both verbal and written forms. 
D.  Ability to work effectively with volunteers, parents, and with related agencies. 
E.  Good organizational and time management skills. 
 
Problem Solving Requirements 
Able to prioritize tasks and manage multiple tasks. 
B. Anticipate needs of the assigned work area. 
 
Major Responsibilities 
Maintaining a professional demeanor at all times with staff, families, and community. 
Ability to function with maturity and sensitivity. 
Prioritizing tasks due to the urgent nature of all job components. 
 
Physical Requirements 
Far and Near Vision 
Hearing and Speaking 
Crouching and Stooping 
Sitting and Standing 
Lifting, Reaching and Handling