FAYETTE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
Exceptional Children’s Services Classroom Nurse
Position Description
The Fayette County Public School System does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age or
disability in any of its employment practices, educational programs, services or activities.
WORK LOCATION: Assigned School(s) FLSA STATUS: N o n - E xempt
REPORTS TO: Principal WORK CALENDAR: 1 8 5 Days
7.5 Hr/Day
SALARY SCHEDULE: Classified Salary Schedule APPROVED (Board): February 2018
PAY GRADE: 5175: RN REVISED: September 2022; July
2022; July 2019
June 2018
SUMMARY: Consult with and provide training for teachers and staff concerning various medical conditions and delegated
medical procedures and to develop health care plans and provide treatment as ordered by a physician to eligible students with
disabilities according to IEP recommendations
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
1. Demonstrates prompt and regular attendance
2. Administers nursing services in accordance with the health care plan and the individualized educational program
3. Assists in development and implementation of Individual Health Care Plans for students with chronic health
conditions and /or special health needs and notify pertinent staff
4. Assists the Exceptional Children’s Services Department Nurse with the on-going evaluation of treatment programs
and adapts programs as necessary to maximize results.
5. Monitors restrictive diets as direct by physician
6. Consults with ECS Department Nurse, School Health Services Nurse, and student’s physician regarding medical
management
7. Maintains student health records and documents visits electronically in accordance with the School Health
Services Manual and county policies
8. Maintains confidentiality of health issues and records in accordance with HIPPA and FERPA laws
9. Participates in Student Support Teams and other parent meetings as appropriate/requested
10. Promotes principles of health and safety with the school and provides in-service education to staff and students as
needed
11. Maintains certification in CPR, AED and First Aid
12. Communicates pertinent student health information in a timely manner to parents/guardians, principal/designee,
other school staff and/or ECS Department Nurse with good customer service and friendliness
13. Lifts, positions, transfers and performs other special duties using equipment as directed by physical therapy to
meet the needs of students with disabilities
14. Provides daily health assessment and direct student healthcare as required by student’s Individual Education
Programs (IEPs)
15. Rides school bus with students who require nursing services
16. Reports/confers with School Health Services Nurse and ECS Department Nurse on a routine basis to address
healthcare needs/concerns in the classroom
17. Perform other duties as assigned and allowable by intended program
2022
