Public Health Nurse School Liaison

Title : Public Health Nurse - School Liaison

Status : Full-time

Compensation : $59476 - $72581

Description :

The City of Fishers is seeking a full-time Public Health Nurse (PHN) School Liaison to join our Health Department. This role is supported by Health First Indiana funding. As the designated school liaison this role will work closely with Fishers K-12 schools preschools and daycares to support Fishers schools in public health response and prevention activities. This role is also a member of the public health nursing team which includes providing clinical and case management support for other FHD programs.

Examples of Duties :

• Serve as the primary public health resource for all public private and charter K-12 schools plus preschools and daycares
• Collaborate on student health and wellness initiatives identifying opportunities to enhance school health programs
• Ensure schools meet health-related requirements including vision / hearing screenings dental health and immunizations.
• Conduct quarterly school meetings and attend state-level school liaison sessions
• Assess school health needs and develop comprehensive plans to address identified
• Educate families on child development immunizations and preventive health
• Create individualized health care plans supporting clients unique needs
• Conduct home visits to monitor individual and family health needs
• Deliver educational resources on infectious disease prevention and health promotion
• Connect families with appropriate community resources and services
• Participate in public health emergency response activities
• Support other public health programs and initiatives as assigned
• Adapt to changing public health priorities and emerging community needs
• Contribute to special projects and cross-functional team efforts
• Embrace new responsibilities that enhance community health outcomes
• Maintain accurate patient records and documentation
• Ensure HIPAA compliance and confidentiality
• Manage medical supply inventory
• Stay current with best practices through professional development

Minimum Qualifications :

Key Skills

Public Health,Anatomy Knowledge,Algebra,Special Education,Experience Administering Injections,Pediatrics Experience,Nursing,Teaching,Catheterization,Experience with Children,Medication Administration,Tube Feeding

Employment Type : Full Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

Monthly Salary Salary : 59476 - 72581