Nurse (Grades 3-12)

Position Title: Nurse - Grades 3 - 12

Reports to: Principal

Department: Front Office

Position Category: 11 month contract, Exempt, Full-time

Position Summary: Duties include the normal daily care of students with illness and injuries as well as the regular distribution of medications. The nurse position is responsible for maintenance and retention of school health records.  In addition, the school nurse aids the front office secretary with secretarial duties and answering phones.

Essential Job Function:

• Compiles, maintains, and files all physical and computerized reports, records, and other documents required, including clinic records and accurate, updated health records on all students
• Requisitions supplies and equipment needed to maintain clinic inventory
• Models behavior that is professional, ethical, and responsible
• Follows directives and performs other functions that may be assigned by the campus/district administration
• Aids the front office with secretarial duties and answering phones
• Other duties as assigned

Essential Job Requirements:

• Education - Bachelor's Degree; Valid registered nurse license to practice professional nursing in Texas from the State Board of Nurse Examiners; Certified by Texas Department of Health to conduct vision and hearing screening; CPR Certification; American Heart Association/Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers Certification

• Required Skills and Capabilities: Ability to evaluate students to identify health defects; Ability to interpret and implement policies and procedures; Ability to work collaboratively with a diverse team

• Preferred Skills and Capabilities: Spanish Conversant; Experience working with students and parents in a public school setting or institution of higher education; Exceptional organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Physical Requirements - ability to carry up to 25 lbs.; valid driver license