Terms of Employment:
10 months/ 185 days per year. Salary is at Instructional Support Pay Grade 5 on the EISD Compensation Plan. Entry level is at an hourly rate of $20.85 with additional consideration for directly related experience.
Primary Purpose:
Implement school district health program and provide direct services to meet the needs of the students and staff under the clinical supervision of the Director of Student Support Services.
NOTE: Applicant must have satisfactory outcome of fingerprinting background check. Non-refundable fee (approximately $50.00) paid by the applicant, before continuing within the process towards possible employment.
Qualifications:
Education/Certification:
- High school diploma or GED equivalent or higher (recognized by the Texas Education Agency or a regional accrediting agency
- Valid Texas license issued by the Board of Vocational Nurse Examiners
- CPR certification
Experience:
- Two (2) years as an LVN in a clinical setting
Special Knowledge/Skills:
- Knowledge of practical nursing techniques, procedures, ethical principles, health education, wellness promotion and inventory control
- Ability to maintain confidentiality
- Ability to work autonomously, as well as a member of a team, to provide assistance to students
- Ability to use personal computer and software to develop databases and do word processing
- Ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written)
- Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
Major Responsibilities and Duties:
Nursing Services
- Provide direct care utilizing school health protocols and care plans established by the school nurse (RN) or medical advisor.
- Administer medication to students according to board policy and district procedures.
- Implement mandatory screening programs and complete required reports.
- Contribute to and implement the individualized student health care plans as established by the school nurse (RN).
Collaborate with campus principal, school counselor, teachers, parents, food service, and other staff regarding the health needs of the general population and those students with identified health conditions.
- Communicate with parents regarding individual students as directed by the school nurse (RN).
- Participate in Admission, Review, and Dismissal Committee (ARD) meeting of students with identifiable health needs if school nurse (RN) is unable.
- Participate in district and campus staff development programs that improve job related skills, and complete continuing education requirements for licensure.
- Collaborate with other professionals regarding implementation of health related Individual Education Plan (IEP) items.
- Educate faculty or staff as needed on health related topics as directed by the school nurse (RN).
- Provide guidance to unlicensed assistive personnel or other school staff on health related tasks as directed by the school nurse (RN).
Clerical
- Maintain accurate student health records, including immunization records, medication administration records, and individual student treatment records.
- Compile, maintain, and file all physical and computerized reports, records, and other documents required, including accurate, updated health records on all students.
Compliance
- Comply with policies established by federal and state laws, Texas Department of Health rule, State Board of Education rule, board policy in health services area, and the Texas Board of Nurse Examiners.
- Comply with all district and campus routines and regulations.
Other
- Assist in campus office as needed.
- Daily attendance at work and punctuality are essential functions of the job.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
None.
Equipment Used: Thermometer, blood pressure cuff, audiometer, otoscope, sphygmomanometer, vision screening equipment, thermoscan, basic clinic equipment, basic office equipment, computer and copier
Working Conditions:
Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors
Maintain emotional control under stress; work with frequent interruptions and sense of urgency. Exposure to bacteria and communicable diseases.
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