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DescriptionOUR FUTURE: PREPARE. LEARN. LEAD.We are currently seeking to hire a highly dedicated Elementary School Nurse. We strive to hire individuals who are determined to see all students succeed, cognizant of their mindset, champions of equity, and are results-oriented. Applicants must be committed to continuous improvement and skilled at fostering mutually respectful relationships with students, parents, colleagues, and community members. We look for individuals whose creativity, curiosity, enthusiasm, and professionalism are contagious.The School Nurse will assist in coordinating the health services to students and employees and will also help ensure that all health services comply with Federal and State laws and standards. The School Nurse strengthens and facilitates the educational process by modifying or removing health-related barriers to learning in individual students and promoting an optimal level of wellness for students and staff. The nurse assumes responsibility for appropriate assessment, planning, intervention, evaluation and/or referral activities; serves as a direct link among physicians, families and community agencies to assure access and continuity of health care for students; provides relevant instruction, counseling and guidance to students, parents and staff concerning health-related issues; works cooperative with the Dane County Public Health Nurse(s) in the provision of public health services to schools; upholds professional standards, the state Nurse Practice Act, and other state and local statutes and regulations applicable to school nursing practice, and adheres to district policies and administrative guidelines.Why People Stay:Our non-retirement rate is amongst the lowest in Dane County. When people begin their careers in Mount Horeb they stay. Great relationships are built on collaboration and communication shared by all staff members, students, and parents which makes for a successful team and all-around cooperation/satisfaction. The Mount Horeb Area School District Board and administration prioritize supporting staff with competitive wages and benefits, opportunities for meaningful professional growth, and comfortable, well-equipped learning environments. Recent capital and operational referendums further demonstrate the strong community support for our schools and staff. We hold ourselves to high standards because we are grateful for the trust and resources our community has invested in us.Who We Are:We're pleased to be nationally recognized for excellence in education. Mount Horeb Area School District is dedicated to high levels of achievement and skills through academically enhanced curriculum and priorities for the arts for our 2200+ students and families served. Our District's mission, in partnership with the community, is dedicated to nurturing, educating, and challenging all students; preparing and empowering them to be productive, responsible, and self-fulfilled members of society. If you're passionate and dedicated, Mount Horeb Area School District is an ideal place to make a daily difference and empower our students. We would welcome considering your application!Our Ideal CandidateValid Wisconsin license as a registered professional nurse.Bachelor of Science degree in nursing.Holds, or is eligible to obtain a valid certificationDepartment of Public Instruction as a school nurse.Maintain annual certification in CPR.Complete an approved basic emergency care course.Valid Wisconsin driver's license.Experience in child health care.Ability to develop positive relations with students, staff and public.