District Float Nurse

Job Brief:  

• This position will serve as an integral member of our school health team. This is a unique opportunity for a nurse to make an impact on all USD 383 schools.

Location: District Wide. 

Qualifications: 

• RN license required.
• All USD 383 employees must pass a background check.

Salary: 

• Salary schedule begins at $45,875 and increases dependent on education and experience.
• This position is eligible for benefits.
• This position is a one-year, grant-funded position. For the future, we are pursuing funding for this position as a regular full -time school nurse position.

Hours Per Day: 

• This position is employed during regular school hours.
• This position may include contacting parents and/or students after hours.
• This position may include working through the month of June.

BENEFITS:

• Health Benefits Available.
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance.
• For the 2023-2024 school year, USD 383 will pay the full health insurance premium for employees (Option C) and short-term disability insurance. Value of contributions per year-$7,788.   
• Additional Benefits Available- Group Life Insurance, Flexible Spending Account, Individual Accident Insurance, Individual Cancer and Specified Disease Insurance, Heart Attack, Heart Disease, Stroke Insurance, Employee Assistance Program.
• 11 Paid Sick Leave days and 2 Personal days.

RETIREMENT:  

• USD 383 makes monthly contributions to a 403(b)-retirement account for all certified and eligible employees.
• KPERS (Kansas Public Employees Retirement System): 6% monthly staff contribution. Vested after five years.

TECHNOLOGY:   

• District provided devices - iPad, laptop, and/or desktop for certified staff.

REPORTS TO:    

• Director of Communications, Health, and Safety.

JOB DUTIES: 

• Assists other school nurses who need additional office coverage for student support, screenings, or other responsibilities.
• Assumes responsibility for the first aid care of a student or staff member who has suffered injury or illness.
• Reports to parents, school personnel, physicians, clinics, and other agencies on school medical matters.
• Advises teachers on health matters.
• Support other school nurses who are working with students who are presenting with an infectious disease/COVID.
• Support POC and/or OTC testing measures for Flu/COVID.
• Stay up to date on KDHE guidance changes related to infectious disease management.
• Work with Riley County Health Department and/or local health care providers to ensure that all USD 383 students are up to date on required immunizations.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

EVALUATION:  

• Performance will be evaluated annually in accordance with the Board of Education’s policy on evaluation of certified personnel.

FSLA Status: Exempt. 

ABOUT US: 

• The mission of Manhattan-Ogden Unified School District 383 is to prepare all students for success as lifelong learners, earners, and citizens. Our vision is to be nationally recognized for the breadth and depth of success attained by all students.
• USD 383 serves 7,000 students from early learning through grade 12. We have 1,800 employees.
• As an equal opportunity employer, USD 383 is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. We believe there is a long-term advantage to a team that reflects the diversity of our students, families, and staff.
• The Board of Education shall hire all employees based on ability and the needs of the district. Manhattan-Ogden Unified School District 383 is an equal opportunity employer and shall not discriminate in its employment practices and policies concerning hiring, compensation, terms, conditions, or privileges of employment because of an individual’s race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, disability, or age.
• This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.