School Nurse (Registered) 2023-2024

Position Type:
Student Support Services/School Nurse
Date Posted:
10/4/2023
Location:
Armstrong Elementary
Closing Date:
until filledReports To: Campus Principal
Wage/Hour Status: Exempt
Pay Grade: Teacher Salary Schedule
Department: Campus Assigned
Employment Contract: 190 Days
Primary Purpose:
Implement comprehensive program of health services for campus. Provide health services to students. Promote health education and preventive health practices for students. Qualifications:
Education/Certification:

• Graduate of an accredited professional nursing education program
• 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
• Candidate must have satisfactory outcome of fingerprinting background check. Non-refundable fee (approximately $50.00) paid by the employee

Special Knowledge/Skills:

• Knowledge of health appraisal to identify student health defects
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to implement policies and procedures

Experience:

• Two years nursing experience, preferably in community health

Major Responsibilities and Duties:
Nursing Services

1. Provide direct care utilizing professional assessment skills, the nursing process, and established school health protocols.

1. Serve as health advocate for students.

1. Notify parents of accident or illness and secure medical care for students in emergency cases (if parents or emergency contact cannot be reached).

1. Coordinate management system to administer medications to students at school. Administer medications according to district policy and procedures.

1. Establish and implement effective procedures for mandatory screening programs. Make referrals as necessary.
2. Develop and coordinate continuing evaluation of campus health program and make changes based on findings.

1. Participate in development of campus health education curriculum and provide health education to individuals and groups.

1. Educate faculty and staff as needed on health related topics.

1. Provide health counseling and instruction to individual students.

1. Serve as health liaison between school, physicians, parents, and community.

1. Assess student problems and make appropriate referrals working with students, teachers, parents, and medical health care professionals needed.

1. Participate in Admission, Review and Dismissal Committee, crisis team, and school committees and develops Individual Health Plan.

1. Collaborate with other professionals regarding implementation of health-related Individual Education Plan (IEP) items.

1. Participate in assessment and reporting of suspected child abuse.

1. Make home visits to help with student health problems as necessary with permission of principal.

1. Communicate regularly with principal, health services coordinator, school counselor, teachers, parents, food services, and other staff regarding health services issues.

1. Review and evaluate immunization records.

1. Supervise and train nurse aide(s) and LVN(s) in clinic procedures and responsibilities according to district policy.

1. Compile, maintain, and file all physical and computerized reports, records, and other documents required, including clinic records and accurate, updated health records on all students.

1. Requisition supplies and equipment needed to maintain clinic inventory.

1. Comply with policies established by federal and state laws, Texas Department of Health rule, State Board of Education rule, and board policy in health services area.

1. Report potential health and safety hazards to principal.

1. Comply with all district and campus routines and regulations.

1. Maintain certification in CPR, vision and hearing screening, and as a health screener.

1. Model behavior that is professional, ethical, and responsible.

1. Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities:
None. Working Conditions: Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:
Tools/Equipment Used: Standard medical clinic equipment including automated external defibrillator (AED); special needs adaptive equipment; standard office equipment including computer and peripherals
Posture: Frequent standing, sitting, kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing pulling, and twisting
Motion: Repetitive hand movement possible form long or excessive computer use. Frequent walking, grasping/squeezing, wrist flexion/extension
Lifting: 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 non-ambulatory students. Transporting students/staff by wheelchair up and down ramps may be required.
Environment: Exposure to biological hazards, bacteria, and communicable diseases
Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress
The Superintendent reserves the right to waive any requirements for any qualified applicant. Not all applicants will be interviewed. Your resume, letter of interest, and other available information will be considered in the screening process.
"AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER"
It is the policy of South San Antonio ISD not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation or disability in its vocational programs, services or activities as required by Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended; Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972; Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended, and SSAISD's board policies DIA, FFH, and FFI