Primary Purpose

Assist school nurses to improve their clinical knowledge and skills. Train and mentor new health services staff. Offer technical assistance, provide ongoing support to campus nurses, and provide coverage for campuses when the campus nurse is absent.

Qualifications :

Education / Certification :

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university
• Valid registered nurse (RN) or advance practice RN license from the Texas Board of Nursing
• Current certification in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) / AED.

Special Knowledge / Skills / Abilities :

• Ability to implement policies and procedures
• Knowledge of school health and nursing administration
• Knowledge of community medical and healthcare services

Experience :

• Three-Five (3-5) years of experience in public health nursing, community agency, hospital out-patient clinic or pediatrics.
• Three years of experience in school nursing

Major Responsibilities and Duties :

Services

• Adhere to the performance responsibilities of the campus registered nurse when substituting in the clinic.
• Conduct initial assessment of students with health impairments in the absence of a campus registered nurse.
• Assist campuses with clinic processes and procedures as needed.
• Act as a liaison / resource / consultant to assigned schools.

Instruction

• Participate in the development of curriculum materials for new nurses and clinic aides.
• Deliver training to new nurses and clinic aides.
• Provide ongoing training for experienced nursing staff.
• Provide CPR / AED training.
• Provide campus procedures and processes training each year including response to health emergencies and crises.

Consultation

• Attend regularly scheduled meetings with Health Services Coordinator for program planning and problem-solving
• Act as Liaison between campuses and district Health Services Coordinator (i.e. health issues, accidents, reportable conditions, safety issues, etc.).

Administration

• In collaboration with the Health Services Coordinator, evaluate the effectiveness of health programs and services and make changes based on findings.
• Assist the Health Services Coordinator in auditing campus compliance and clinic safety.
• Report potential health and safety hazards to the Health Services Coordinator.

Professional Development

Maintain 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 (CPR / AED).

Other

• Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.
• Maintain an appropriate level of technology competence to meet the current and future needs of Alief.
• Implement alternative methods of instruction as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities :

Mentor and supervise LVN’s and clinic aides and review campus reports for accuracy and completion.

Evaluation

Performance of this position will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board’s policy on evaluation of Nursing Personnel.

Mental Demands / Physical Demands / Environmental

Tools / Equipment Used : Standard office equipment including computer and peripherals; standard medical clinic equipment including automated external defibrillator (AED);

special needs adaptive equipment

Posture : Frequent standing, sitting, kneeling / squatting, bending / stooping, pushing pulling, and twisting

Motion : Frequent walking, grasping / squeezing, wrist flexion / extension

Lifting : Moderate lifting and carrying (up to 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

Environment : Exposure to biological hazards, bacteria, and communicable diseases

Mental Demands : Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress

The full job description for this position is included within this job posting. By applying for this position you are accepting the responsibilities and duties of this position as they are listed in the job description.

This document describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.

Hiring administrators review applications, interview, and recommend for hire.

Pay Grade P1N

Minimum $72, / BA, $73, / MA, $74, / PHD (Based on previous experience)

Days

• Salary Schedule
• Salary Schedule is pending school board approval.

Salary is based on days. If working less than days, salary will be less.

Internal employees must

Last updated : 2024-04-27