Employee Health Nurse

Description:

Employee Health Nurse
Position Details
Job Code: C8061 (RN) / C8061L (LPN)
Division: Student Services
Classification: Certified

Terms of Employment: This is a salaried position assigned to the Licensed Employee
Salary Schedule, 9 Months
FLSA STATUS: EXEMPT

Position Summary
The primary role of the employee health nurse is to provide preventative measures that
ensure the health and safety of employees in an occupational setting. The employee
health nurse works toward maximizing employee productivity and overall health and
safety of the employee. The primary goal is to reduce the loss of wages that can come
from things like injuries or illnesses by identifying risk and hazards, assess health
statuses, and promote good overall health and well-being. This person selected for this
position will be expected to adhere to all standards of the Nevada State Board of
Nursing Nurse Practice Act, Nevada Revised Statutes (NRS) and Clark County School
District Professional Domains and Standards for Licensed Employees; and will report
directly to the Director I, Employee Occupational Health Strategy Director, Student
Services Division, Academic Unit.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities
The list of Essential Duties and Responsibilities is not exhaustive and may be
supplemented.
1. Develops and implements health and safety programs for employees.
2. Develops disease prevention programs for employees (mental health awareness,
healthy eating programs, exercise, and smoking cessation, etc.).
3. Collaborates with site administrators regarding employee injuries, health
concerns, communicable diseases, and safe return/release to work.

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4. Collaborates with site administrators regarding employee-s restrictions and
reasonable accommodations.
5. Maintains employee health records.
6. Complies with public health authority mandates regarding communicable disease
management and reporting.
7. Assists with employee COVID-19 related symptoms, investigation, and contact
tracing.
8. Complies with state and federal laws regarding reporting of suspected child
abuse or neglect.
9. Collaborates with appropriate CCSD departments and personnel to assist with
CCSD planning, development, and implementation of emergency disaster
preparedness programs.
10. Serves with licensed social workers and other appropriate personnel on an
Employee Assistance Program, to facilitate direct intervention and follow-up
referrals for staff who present with suicide ideation or other mental health crises.
11. Counsels employees on physical and mental health issues and guides them
toward community resources and employee assistance programs.
12. Collaborates professionally with employee-s and community representatives.
13. Participates in meetings, seminars, and conferences, and serves on committees,
as appropriate.
14. Participates in other job-related duties and activities related to position, as
assigned.

Position Expectations
1. Comply with and implement related federal and state laws and CCSD policies,
regulations, and procedures as related to employee health.
2. Maintain confidentiality.
3. Communicate effectively both written and verbally.
4. Utilize a computer in health-related searches, e-mail communication, and data
collection, and maintenance of employee health records.
5. Demonstrate general knowledge in the fundamental principles, trends, and
research in the field of employee/occupational health.
6. Demonstrate specific knowledge and appropriate resources related to CCSD
procedures for suicide intervention and community-based counseling and
support resources for recovery from suicide ideation or attempted suicide.
7. Work cooperatively with employee-s peers, administration, and community
members.
8. Maintain and improve professional competence.
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Position Requirements
Education and Training
An earned bachelor-s degree in Nursing from a Commission on Collegiate Nursing
Education (CCNE) accredited college or university and a valid school nurse
endorsement from the Nevada Department of Education (NDE).
-OR-
An earned bachelor-s degree from an accredited college or university in a Related
Health Care Field and hold or be able to acquire by time of appointment to the position,
a valid Health Occupation Business and Industry license from the NDE.
Licenses and Certifications
1. Must possess, or be able to acquire by time of appointment to the position, a
license from the Nevada State Board of Nursing.
2. Current Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation/Automated External Defibrillator
(CPR/AED) certificate from the American Heart Association, or American Red
Cross. Certification must be maintained for the duration of the assignment.
3. A valid driver-s license or state-issued identification card.
Preferred Qualifications
1. Minimum of six (6) months- work experience as a registered nurse.
2. Hospital experience preferably in employee health, epidemiology, occupational
health and/or infection control.
3. Working knowledge of microbiology, epidemiology, infectious diseases, aseptic
techniques, and current practices.
4. Experience in public health or school nursing.

When applying for a certificated licensed position, candidates must meet the
minimum qualifications as listed on the appropriate position vacancy
announcement.

AA/EOE Statement
The Clark County School District is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. The
Clark County School District is committed to providing all applicants and employees
equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender
identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, military
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status, or other characteristics protected by applicable law. Here at Clark County School
District, we are a diverse group of people who honor the differences that drive innovative
solutions to meet the needs of our students and employees. We believe that through a
culture of inclusivity, we have the power to reflect the community we serve.

Job Revision Information
- Created: 10/24/24
- Revised: 10/26/20
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