School Nurse administers nursing care under the guidelines of a school system. Participates in the implementation and evaluation of student care. Being a School Nurse ensures the health, comfort and safety of students. Requires state nursing licensure and educational credential. Additionally, School Nurse typically requires an associate's degree in nursing. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. The School Nurse work is closely managed. Works on projects/matters of limited complexity in a support role. To be a School Nurse typically requires 0-2 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Job Description – Nurse
Primary Function: Under the direction of the Principal, implements comprehensive program of health services for campus. Provides health services to students. Promotes health education and preventive health practices for students.
Responsibilities/Duties:
Nursing Services
Provides temporary and emergency care for sick and injured students or staff according to district policy and procedures
Serves as health advocate for students
Notifies parents of accidents or illness and secures medical care for students in emergency cases (if parents or emergency contact cannot be reached)
Coordinates management system to administer medications to students at school; administers medications according to district policy and procedures
Performs screening procedures as required by Texas Department of Health, Texas Education Agency and local district policy; makes referrals as necessary
Develops and coordinates continuing evaluation of campus health program and makes changes based on findings
Provides standards of care in adherence to “Texas Standards of Professional Nursing Practice” as set forth by the State Board of Nursing Examiners
Instruction
Participates in development of campus health education curriculum and provides health education to individuals and groups
Provides health counseling and instruction to individual students
Consultation
Serves as health liaison between school, physicians, parents and community
Assesses student problems and makes appropriate referrals working with students, teachers, parents and medical and health care professionals as needed
Participates in Admission, Review and Dismissal Committee, crisis team and school committees
Participates in assessment and reporting of suspected child abuse
Makes home visits to help with student health problems as necessary with permission of principal
Communicates regularly with principal and health services coordinator regarding health services issues
Administration
Reviews and evaluates immunization records
Enforces procedures to ensure proper program administration according to district policy
Compiles, maintains and files all 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
Complies with policies established by federal and state laws, Texas Department of Health rules, State Board of Education rules and local board policy in health services area
Reports potential health and safety hazards to principal
Complies with all district and campus routines and regulations
Professional Growth and Development
Maintains certification in CPR, vision and hearing screening, and as a health screener
Other
Demonstrates behavior that is professional, ethical and responsible
Maintains confidentiality
Serves as a role model for all district staff
Participates in approved professional development opportunities
Performs other duties as assigned
Knowledge and Abilities:
Knowledge of:
Health appraisal to identify student health defects
Oral and written communication skills
Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy
Methods of collecting and organizing data and information
Operation of a computer and assigned software
District and department policies and procedures
Relevant federal and state laws and requirements
Ability to:
Implement policies and procedures
Work independently with little direction
Communicate effectively both orally and in writing
Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others
Maintain regular and consistent attendance
Analyze situations accurately and adopt an effective course of action
Meet schedules and time lines
Plan and organize work
Education/Licenses/Experience: Graduate of an accredited professional nursing education program. Valid registered nurse license from the Texas Board of Nursing or from a state participating in the Nursing Licensure Compact (NLC). Certified by Texas Department of State Health Services to conduct vision and hearing screenings. Current BLS certification to include AED and CPR. Experience to include school nursing, community health, and/or pediatrics preferred.
Working Conditions:
Mental Demands: Self-motivated, perform tasks with little or no supervision; work with frequent interruptions; able to manage multiple complex projects concurrently; maintain emotional control
under stress; ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written); coordinate district support functions.
Physical Demands/Environmental Factors: Lifting/carrying – 15-44 pounds; frequent sitting, standing, walking, climbing, stooping/crouching/kneeling, pulling/pushing, reaching; repetitive hand motions; prolonged use of computer; speaking clearly; occasional district-wide, state-wide travel; work occasional irregular hours and prolonged hours.
Equipment used: Thermometer, blood pressure cuff, audiometer, otoscope, sphygmomanometer, vision screening equipment, thermoscan, basic clinic equipment, personal computer and copier
Calendar and Salary Range: 187 work days. See current salary for Professional Compensation Plan.
Revised: 12/4/2023
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $50,215.00 per year
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Work Location: In person