Primary PurposeImplement district health services program to best meets the needs of the student population on the assigned campus. Provide health services to students. Promote health and safety education for students and preventive health practices for students.QualificationsEducationCertificationGraduate of an accredited professional nursing education programValid registered nurse license RN from the Texas Board of Nursing or from a state participating in the Nursing Licensure Compact NLCValid licensed vocational nurse LVNCurrent automatic external defibrillator AED and cardiopulmonary resuscitation CPR certificatesSpecial KnowledgeSkillsKnowledge of health appraisal to identify student health defectsAbility to implement policies and proceduresKnowledge of basic first aidProficient keyboarding and file maintenance skillsAbility to write routine reports and correspondenceStrong organizational communication and interpersonal skillsExperience3 years nursing experienceMajor Responsibilities and DutiesNursing ServicesProvide direct care using professional assessment skills the nursing process individualized healthcare plans IHPs and established school health protocols. Provide health counseling and instruction to individual students.Assess student problems communicate with parents regarding individual students and ensure appropriate referrals and follow up as needed. Serve as a liaison between school personnel the family healthcare professionals and the community.Notify parents of accident or illness. Secure emergency medical care for students as needed.Develop and implement individualized healthcare plans IHPs and evaluate outcomes of skilled and direct nursing care and procedures for medically fragile students to ensure safe integration of the student into the school environment.Serve as health advocate for students.Ensure that medications are administered to students according to district policy and procedures.Establish and implement effective procedures for carrying out mandatory screening programs.May make home visits to help with student health problems as necessary.InstructionParticipate in development of campus health education curriculum educate faculty and staff as needed on health-related topics and provide health education to individuals and groups including contributing to campus communications to parents and the local community regarding health issues.ConsultationCollaborate closely with campus principal and other staff and provide leadership to ensure a healthy school environment. Work to meet the health needs of the general school population and those students with identified health conditions.Participate in Admission Review and Dismissal Committee ARD meetings of students with identified health needs and develop Individual Health Plans IHPs. Work with district personnel regarding implementation of IEP goals and services.Advise campus administration in crisis or emergency situations and participate in assessment and reporting of suspected child abuse.AdministrationWork with health services coordinator to develop and coordinate continuing evaluation of campus health program and make changes based on findings. Develop and recommend campus policies and procedures to promote the health and wellness of students and staff.Supervise train and participate in evaluating LVNs and other staff with responsibility for assisting students with health needs to who the school nurse has delegated tasks.Coordinate and deliver training for school employees acting as unlicensed diabetes care assistants evaluating unlicensed diabetes care assistants.Compile maintain and file all reports records and other documents required including clinic records and accurate and confidential student health records such as immunization records medication administration records individual student treatment records and IHPs.Requisition supplies and equipment needed to maintain clinic inventory.Comply with policies established by federal and state laws Texas Department of Health rule State Board of Education rule and board policy. Comply with all district and campus routines and regulations.Report potential health and safety hazards to principal.Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.Professional DevelopmentMaintain professional nursing skills and knowledge as required by the Texas Nurse Practice Act and the Texas Board of Nursing including certification for mandated screenings and Basic Life Support for Healthcare providers CPRAED.Supervisory ResponsibilitiesDirect the work of licensed vocational nurse LVN and assigned health clinic aides.Mental DemandsPhysical DemandsEnvironmental FactorsToolsEquipment Used Standard medical clinic equipment including automated external defibrillator AED special needs adaptive equipment standard office equipment including computer and peripheralsPosture Frequent standing sitting kneelingsquatting bendingstooping pushing pulling and twistingMotion Frequent walking graspingsqueezing wrist flexionextensionLifting Frequent light lifting and carrying less than 15 pounds may require regular heavy lifting 45 pounds or more and position of students with physical disabilities controlling behavior through physical restraint assisting nonambulatory studentsEnvironment Exposure to biological hazards bacteria and communicable diseasesMental Demands Work with frequent interruptions maintain emotional control under stress