School Nurse - Crow Agency Public School - Hardin Public Schools : Job Details

Hardin School Districts 17H & 1 have the following position open for the 2024-2025 school year:SCHOOL NURSE - CROW AGENCY PUBLIC SCHOOLApplicant must hold a current license through the State of Montana. RN Preferred. LPN or CNA acceptable with 5+ years of experience.Full time position Benefit package includes: Health & Dental Insurance - District pays 80% of the Monthly Premium for All Levels of Coverage (i.e. Single, Two Party, Participant + Children, and Family); HSA or Flexible Spending Account for Medical and Dependent Care Expenses; District Retirement program; Sick and Personal Leave; District issued laptop and / or tablet; paid Professional Development OpportunitiesAPPLICATION PACKET REQUIREMENTS:District Online Employment Application ResumeUp-to-Date Transcripts (unofficial transcripts are acceptable for application process)Three (3) Current Letters of Recommendation Complete application and submit documentation listed above online at Only complete online applications will be consideredDEADLINE FOR RECEIPT OF APPLICATION PACKET:Open Until FilledSCHOOL DISTRICTS 17H & 1POSITION DESCRIPTIONPOSITION TITLE: School NurseFACILITY: District Wide-Affiliated Buildings-Crow Agency, Fort Smith, HardinREPORTS TO: Building PrincipalsPOSITION OVERVIEW: Provides professional quality nursing service to individuals and students, and nursing consultation to school staff. Maintains health files on all children as required by law or guidelines. Oversees and/or arranges necessary care for children whose health status does not meet requirements. Directly responsible for students' safety and well- being.ESSENTIAL DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES:Provides professional quality nursing service to individuals and students, and nursing consultation to school staffFollows established School District policies for the quality and content of health educationMaintains a professional leadership role in the development, implementation and interpretation of the school health programPerforms a variety of professional services for the detection of health problems and the promotion of good health in the school settingEvaluates and maintains, and updates student health recordsAttends to health or accident problems that arise during the school day, making appropriate referralsContacts parents and health care providers to secure services for childrenSupervises and assists with physicals that are necessary for school programsAdministers or assists with vision and hearing screenings and make appropriate referralsActs as a liaison with other health agencies, students, and students' families so the handicapped or chronically ill children can function in schoolProvides professional assistance on the identification and prevention of communicable diseases.Trains and equips staff in proper health proceduresCoordinates schedules with building staffMay travel between buildingsOnly minimum duties and responsibilities are listed. Other duties and responsibilities may be required as given or assignedDESIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:EDUCATION / CERTIFICATION:Current Registered Nurse License, RN (preferred)Current Licensed Practical Nurse, LPN (with 5+ years of experience)Current Certified Nursing Assistant, CNA (with 5+ years of experience) CPR cardSPECIAL KNOWLEDGE / SKILLS / ABILITIES:Knowledge of general concepts of child growth, development, and behavior characteristicsKnowledge and use of CPR, First Aid, and Heimlich maneuverKnowledge of public education goals and objectivesAbility to read and interpret documentsAbility to follow both oral and written directions and instructionsAbility to write routine reports and correspondenceAbility to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, staff, parents, and school communityAbility to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing Ability to be flexible in scheduling and planningAbility to effectively manage time and responsibilitiesAbility to handle stressful situationsAbility to maintain confidentiality of employee and student mattersAbility to perform duties with an awareness of all District requirements and Board policiesEQUIPMENT USED:Medical Equipment, computer, various software, copier, telephone, general school/office equipmentWORK ENVIRONMENT:While performing the duties of this position, the employee is frequently required to sit, occasionally walk and stand. The employee must be able to lift and / or move up to 50 pounds. Will travel from building to other sitesSpecific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.While performing the duties of this position, the employee rarely performs routine work. The employee frequently exercises flexibility (ability to shift from one task to another). Guidance and reinforcement are usually available. The employee frequently works within time constraints and maintains attentiveness intensity. The employee is frequently involved in social interactions which require oral and written communications.The physical demands and work-environment characteristics described within this position description are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties and responsibilities.The information in the position description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (A.D.A.) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. Employee may perform other duties to meet the ongoing needs of the School District.School Districts 17H & 1Our Districts have strong academic programs utilizing a variety of techniques for our students. There are programs for special education students and vocational students. There are a variety of music, drama, art, and sports opportunities for students of all ages. We are a Class A district, pre-kindergarten through 12th grade, with approximately 1,900 students. The student body is 80% Native American.Our Schools:Crow Agency Public School - Grades Pre K-5Fort Smith Elementary School - Grades K-5Hardin Kindergarten Readiness Center - Pre KHardin Primary School - Grades K-2Hardin Intermediate School - Grades 3-5Hardin Middle School - Grades 6-8Hardin High School - Grades 9-12Community:Big Horn County, Montana is rich in history, culture and time-honored traditions. It Includes the Crow and Northern Cheyenne Reservations. Hardin (county seat) is situated on the banks of the Bighorn River and the edge of the Crow Reservation. The town is surrounded by productive farms and ranches. Coal mining has also contributed greatly to the local economy. Hardin, is located 46 miles southeast of Billings (largest city in the State) by way of Interstate 90. The Big Horn County Museum, Little Big Horn Battlefield and Chief Plenty Coups State Park provide interesting and important history of the area. The scenic Big Horn, Pryor and Wolf Mountain ranges are part of the Big Horn County landscape. Yellowtail Dam offers a majestic view of the water below. The spectacular Big Horn Canyon National Recreation Area is host to water sports. This area of Big Sky Country also offers fishing, hunting, hiking, snowmobiling, camping, etc. for the outdoor enthusiast. Annual events in Big Horn County include: Little Big Horn Days, Native Days, PRCA Rodeo & Crow Fair.Check out our District's YouTube video Our website is To apply for this position, go to Only complete online applications will be consideredSchool Districts 17H & 1 are an equal Opportunity Employer