COVID-19 TESTING NURSE/CLINICAL SUPPORT
- Employer
- Virginia Beach City Public Schools
- Location
- Virginia Beach, VA, US
- Salary
- Competitive
- Posted
- Nov 20, 2021
- Ref
- 3700188102
COVID-19 TESTING NURSE/CLINICAL SUPPORT
Dept of School Leadership
Virginia Beach,VA
Classified - Position - Other
Job Number 3700188102
Start Date
Open Date 11/20/2021
Closing Date
GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES
Under the direction of the, COVID-19 Testing Coordinator, this position is responsible for assisting with the facilitation of a successful school testing program. The position will respond to educators' needs with clinical expertise and serve as a resource for school and division officials as they navigate the needs of their communities regarding COVID-19.
ESSENTIAL TASKS
(These are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.)
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Must have a knowledge and understanding of the cause, transmission, and prevention of infectious diseases, specifically COVID-19, and the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPPA) laws. Must have a knowledge of public health practices, communicable diseases, disease control, and epidemiologic methods and COVID-19 testing modalities. Must have a knowledge of basic pharmacology and the ability to use clinic/medical equipment. Must have the ability to work independently and as part of a team; ability to assess emergency situations and act accordingly; accurately maintain student medical records and prepare reports; establish and maintain effective relationships with associates, students, parents, physicians, subordinates and others contacted in the course of work; work onsite or effectively communicate with stakeholders virtually; adapt to rapidly changing priorities; and the ability to communicate with healthcare professionals and the public. Must have the ability to think analytically and have a strong attention to detail. Must have strong oral and written communication skills with healthcare professionals and the public. Must have strong computer skills, particularly in the use of Microsoft Office and Google Suite programs.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Graduate of an accredited nursing program, licensed as a registered nurse in the Commonwealth of Virginia, and in good standing with the Virginia Board of Nursing. Active Basic Life Support BLS CPR/AED for Healthcare Providers certification with hands-on training.
Preferred: Bachelor of Nursing Degree and/or a minimum of one to three (3) years nursing experience and experience in community health, pediatrics, emergency care and triage, psychiatry, and/or a physician's office.
A comparable amount of training and experience maybe substituted for the minimum required qualifications.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Must have the use of sensory skills to effectively communicate and interact with other employees and the public using the telephone and personal contact as normally defined by the ability to see, read, talk, hear, handle, or feel objects and controls. Frequent sitting, walking, bending, grasping, fingering, repetitive motion, and reaching. Occasional standing., running, stooping, and physical management that includes supporting individuals with impaired weight bearing or unsteady gaits, repositioning individuals in therapeutic equipment: including use of hydraulic lifts to a maximum of 100 pounds with assistance. Work involves moderate expose to infectious disease. Ability to lift over 50 pounds occasionally. Requires timely and regular adherence to established work schedules.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
HOW TO APPLY
Please see "Job Posting Link" below for a complete job description.
External Applicants: If you are interested in applying for this position, you must create an account. Please select "Login and Apply" from the bottom of this posting. After creating an account, please login, complete the online application, and apply for this job.
Eligible Internal Applicants: Follow these instructions to complete a transfer application. After creating an account, please complete the application and apply for this job.
Reports To Chief of Schools
Full Time or Part Time? Part Time
Job Posting Link https://www.vbschools.com/UserFiles/Servers/Server_78010/File/Employment/Apply%20Now/Resources/jobs/COVID19TestingNurseClinicalSupport.pdf
Salary Range: From/To
Hourly Rate: $28.34
This is a Temporary Employment Agreement (TEA) position. This position is eligible for Health Care benefits only.
Contract dates: November 1, 2021 - July 31, 2022.
Additional Job Information
A minimum of three references are required in the reference section of your application. One of the three must be a current or most recent former supervisor.
Virginia Beach City Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation/gender identity, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition, disability, marital status, age, genetic information or veteran status in its programs and activities. (Reference: School Board Policies 2-33, 4-4, 4-6)
To seek resolution of grievances resulting from alleged discrimination or to report violations of these policies, please contact the Chief Human Resources Officer at (757) 263-1133, 2512 George Mason Drive, Municipal Center, Building 6, Virginia Beach, VA, 23456.
Alternative formats of this application which may include taped, Braille, or large print materials are available upon request for individuals with disabilities. Call or write the Department of Human Resources, Virginia Beach City Public Schools, 2512 George Mason Drive, P.O. Box 6038, Virginia Beach, VA 23456-0038. Telephone: (757) 263-1133 (voice); (757) 263-1240 (TDD) or email at: vbcpshr@vbschools.com.
Dept of School Leadership
Virginia Beach,VA
Classified - Position - Other
Job Number 3700188102
Start Date
Open Date 11/20/2021
Closing Date
GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES
Under the direction of the, COVID-19 Testing Coordinator, this position is responsible for assisting with the facilitation of a successful school testing program. The position will respond to educators' needs with clinical expertise and serve as a resource for school and division officials as they navigate the needs of their communities regarding COVID-19.
ESSENTIAL TASKS
(These are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.)
- At the school division or school level, communicate accurate, credible, actionable, and timely public health information related to all aspects of COVID-19, particularly as they relate to the testing program.
- Assist the school and division leaders in making informed decisions related to COVID-19 testing, mitigation, and containment.
- Report needs for additional clinical resources (e.g., PPE materials) to division leaders, the local emergency management office, and/or Virginia Department of Health.
- Respond to parental concerns and clinical questions about COVID-19 testing and symptoms as needed or required by on-site presence.
- Provide support during COVID-19 testing to students who may require it (very young students, students with disabilities).
- Coordinate logistics with the school administration and advise schools on implementing containment guidance in the case of a positive pool.
- Assist in sharing best practices and resource needs across schools in the division with coordinator.
- Coordinate with the Local Health Department and Virginia Department of Health Central Office, as needed.
- Contribute to the division's COVID-19 response by assisting with any other duties as assigned.
- Travel among schools within the division to provide knowledge, resources, and clinical expertise to school staff.
- Must be able to maintain the confidentiality of Student and Employee Records.
- Perform related work as required.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Must have a knowledge and understanding of the cause, transmission, and prevention of infectious diseases, specifically COVID-19, and the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPPA) laws. Must have a knowledge of public health practices, communicable diseases, disease control, and epidemiologic methods and COVID-19 testing modalities. Must have a knowledge of basic pharmacology and the ability to use clinic/medical equipment. Must have the ability to work independently and as part of a team; ability to assess emergency situations and act accordingly; accurately maintain student medical records and prepare reports; establish and maintain effective relationships with associates, students, parents, physicians, subordinates and others contacted in the course of work; work onsite or effectively communicate with stakeholders virtually; adapt to rapidly changing priorities; and the ability to communicate with healthcare professionals and the public. Must have the ability to think analytically and have a strong attention to detail. Must have strong oral and written communication skills with healthcare professionals and the public. Must have strong computer skills, particularly in the use of Microsoft Office and Google Suite programs.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Graduate of an accredited nursing program, licensed as a registered nurse in the Commonwealth of Virginia, and in good standing with the Virginia Board of Nursing. Active Basic Life Support BLS CPR/AED for Healthcare Providers certification with hands-on training.
Preferred: Bachelor of Nursing Degree and/or a minimum of one to three (3) years nursing experience and experience in community health, pediatrics, emergency care and triage, psychiatry, and/or a physician's office.
A comparable amount of training and experience maybe substituted for the minimum required qualifications.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Must have the use of sensory skills to effectively communicate and interact with other employees and the public using the telephone and personal contact as normally defined by the ability to see, read, talk, hear, handle, or feel objects and controls. Frequent sitting, walking, bending, grasping, fingering, repetitive motion, and reaching. Occasional standing., running, stooping, and physical management that includes supporting individuals with impaired weight bearing or unsteady gaits, repositioning individuals in therapeutic equipment: including use of hydraulic lifts to a maximum of 100 pounds with assistance. Work involves moderate expose to infectious disease. Ability to lift over 50 pounds occasionally. Requires timely and regular adherence to established work schedules.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
- Possession of a valid driver's license. Must be able to travel to sites as required.
- Must be able to pass a background check and necessary screening to work in a school environment.
- Regular and reliable attendance is an essential function of this position.
HOW TO APPLY
Please see "Job Posting Link" below for a complete job description.
External Applicants: If you are interested in applying for this position, you must create an account. Please select "Login and Apply" from the bottom of this posting. After creating an account, please login, complete the online application, and apply for this job.
Eligible Internal Applicants: Follow these instructions to complete a transfer application. After creating an account, please complete the application and apply for this job.
Reports To Chief of Schools
Full Time or Part Time? Part Time
Job Posting Link https://www.vbschools.com/UserFiles/Servers/Server_78010/File/Employment/Apply%20Now/Resources/jobs/COVID19TestingNurseClinicalSupport.pdf
Salary Range: From/To
Hourly Rate: $28.34
This is a Temporary Employment Agreement (TEA) position. This position is eligible for Health Care benefits only.
Contract dates: November 1, 2021 - July 31, 2022.
Additional Job Information
A minimum of three references are required in the reference section of your application. One of the three must be a current or most recent former supervisor.
Virginia Beach City Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation/gender identity, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition, disability, marital status, age, genetic information or veteran status in its programs and activities. (Reference: School Board Policies 2-33, 4-4, 4-6)
To seek resolution of grievances resulting from alleged discrimination or to report violations of these policies, please contact the Chief Human Resources Officer at (757) 263-1133, 2512 George Mason Drive, Municipal Center, Building 6, Virginia Beach, VA, 23456.
Alternative formats of this application which may include taped, Braille, or large print materials are available upon request for individuals with disabilities. Call or write the Department of Human Resources, Virginia Beach City Public Schools, 2512 George Mason Drive, P.O. Box 6038, Virginia Beach, VA 23456-0038. Telephone: (757) 263-1133 (voice); (757) 263-1240 (TDD) or email at: vbcpshr@vbschools.com.