DOH School Nurse

Health Assessment and Care

• Conduct routine health screenings (vision, hearing, dental, BMI).
• Assess and manage minor illnesses and injuries.
• Administer first aid and emergency care as required.
• Monitor and document students with chronic conditions (e.g., asthma, diabetes, epilepsy).

2. Medication Administration

• Administer prescribed medications to students during school hours.
• Maintain accurate medication logs and consent forms.
• Store medications securely in compliance with DOH regulations.

3. Disease Prevention and Control

• Monitor for symptoms of communicable diseases and report to authorities.
• Implement DOH guidelines on infection control, vaccinations, and hygiene.
• Isolate sick children when needed and coordinate with parents for pickup.

4. Health Education

• Educate students and staff on hygiene, nutrition, physical activity, and mental health.
• Organize awareness campaigns on health topics (e.g., handwashing, dental care).
• Collaborate with teachers to integrate health topics into the curriculum.

5. Record Keeping and Reporting

• Maintain individual student health records (confidentially and securely).
• Submit monthly reports to DOH or relevant authorities.
• Assist with immunization tracking and school-wide health data analysis.

6. Emergency Preparedness

• Participate in emergency drills and create health emergency response plans.
• Train staff in basic first aid and use of medical equipment like EpiPens.

Job Type: Full-time