The Lincoln Group has partnered with a local school, in search of a Director of Health Services to join their team in Fort Carson, CO! We are currently seeking a Director of Health Services to oversee the wellness center in a local school. This person will be an RN or Nurse Practitioner licensed in Colorado.
Type of Hire: Interim
Title: Director of Health Services – School Based
Location: Fort Carson, CO
Work Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8am to 5pm
Compensation: $38- $40
PRINCIPAL DUTIES:
- Manage, hire, train, and schedule staff for the Wellness Center, including healthcare professionals such as nurses and medical technicians.
- Oversee or provide primary healthcare services, including assessments, examinations, and referrals in accordance with medical guidelines.
- Collaborate with healthcare professionals, including the school physician and athletic trainers, to establish diagnoses, treatment plans, and evaluations.
- Work with the Director of Counseling to assess students' counseling needs and facilitate appropriate referrals.
- Advise the Dean of Community Life on student health matters, including assessments, counseling, follow-up care, and medical leave recommendations.
- Analyze health-related data to guide decision-making for the health management of both individual students and the wider school community.
- Offer health education to students to support them in managing health-related issues.
- Ensure follow-up services such as lab work, tests, and referrals to specialists or therapists are completed.
- Serve as a secondary consultant to nursing staff as needed.
- Ensure proper maintenance of medical records in compliance with state and school regulations.
- Provide education to patients and employees, including CPR training.
- Oversee the daily operations and maintenance of the Wellness Center.
- Conduct regular checks on emergency medical equipment and controlled substances.
- Maintain state and federal licensing for the handling of medical supplies, including dispensary and waste transportation, ensuring compliance with relevant regulatory bodies.
- Manage the ordering and inventory of medications, medical supplies, and equipment within budget guidelines.
OTHER DUTIES
- Participate in faculty and counseling group meetings.
- Accompany students to medical appointments as needed.
- Update and manage the policy and procedure manual.
- Complete the annual state immunization survey and report communicable disease cases to local, state, and federal health authorities as required.
- Carry out additional responsibilities as assigned, including tasks related to health education, programming, and the day-to-day operations of a boarding school.
- Oversee administrative functions of the Wellness Center, utilizing information technology and electronic medical records, in line with school administration guidelines.
- Conduct annual performance evaluations of nursing and medical technician staff.
REQUIREMENTS
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) required.
- Must hold an active RN or Nurse Practitioner license in the State of Colorado.
- Current certification in Healthcare Provider CPR and AED is required.
- Must have the ability to become a certified CPR instructor.
- NASN certification or willingness to obtain certification is required.
- Must have a valid driver’s license or obtain a Colorado license within 30 days of hire.
Lincoln Group
For IMMEDIATE CONSIDERATION, please apply immediately with your resume and availability to interview. They are scheduling interviews immediately and are ready to make an offer immediately.
About Lincoln Group: We are a woman-owned executive search and professional solutions firm specializing in a tailor-made approach to service. We are experienced leaders in the industry with expertise in filling a wide variety of executive, professional, and skilled business positions on a permanent, contract, interim, or contract-to-hire basis. We serve companies looking for a holistic talent solution.
