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School Nurse - LVN

Employer
Brenham ISD
Location
Brenham, TX, US
Salary
Competitive

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Job Category
Support Staff, School Nurse
Primary Purpose:

Implement district health services program to best meet the needs of the students and staff under the direct clinical supervision of the school health coordinator or school nurse (RN). Provide health services to students. Promote health and safety education for students and preventive health practices for students.

Qualifications (Experience/Education/Certification):

High School Diploma or GED; Valid Texas license (LVN) issued by the Board of Vocational Nurse Examiners; Current automatic external defibrillator (AED) and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) certificates; five years experience of health-related position (nursing preferred); experience working with school-age children. Certified by Texas Department of Health to conduct vision and hearing screening.

Major Responsibilities:
  • Provide direct care using school health protocols and individualized health plans (IHPs) established by the RN supervisor or medical advisor.
  • Administer medication to students according to board policy and district procedures.
  • Carry out mandatory screening programs, collect data, and complete required reports as directed.
  • 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 as directed by the supervising RN.
  • 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 RN is unable and collaborate with appropriate staff and RN regarding the implementation of health-related Individual Education Plan (IEP) items.
  • Distribute information to faculty or staff on health-related topics as needed and as directed by the RN.
  • Provide guidance to unlicensed assistive personnel or other school staff on health-related tasks as directed by RN.
  • Maintain accurate and confidential student health records, including immunization records, medication administration records, and individual student treatment records.
  • Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents required, including accurate, confidential health records on all students.
  • Comply with policies established by federal and state laws, Texas Department of Health rule, State Board of Education rule, and board policy in the health services area. Comply with all district and campus routines and regulations.
  • Maintain confidentiality.
  • Serve as a health advocate for students.
  • Collaborate 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.
  • Advise campus administration in crisis or emergency situations and participate in assessment and reporting of suspected child abuse.
  • Work with health services coordinator to develop and coordinate a 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.
  • Requisition supplies and equipment needed to maintain clinic inventory.
  • Report potential health and safety hazards to the principal.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Special Knowledge/Skills:
  • Knowledge of basic first aid
  • Ability to use software to develop databases and do word processing
  • Proficient keyboarding and file maintenance skills
  • Ability to write routine reports and correspondence
  • Strong organizational, communications, and interpersonal skills

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