What are the responsibilities and job description for the School Nurse Substitute position at Trinity Valley School?
Job Title: School Nurse Substitute
Location: Trinity Valley School
Job Type: On-call / As-needed
Reports To: Assistant Head of School and Full Time Nurses
About Trinity Valley School
Founded in 1959 and named for the Trinity River that flows nearby, Trinity Valley School is an independent, nonsectarian, college-preparatory school. Enrollment includes more than 1,000 students in pre-kindergarten through grade 12 on a 75-acre campus in Fort Worth, Texas. Families choose TVS for its deep commitment to developing curious minds and lifelong learners, as well as for its strong sense of community. TVS provides extraordinary opportunities for students to develop empathy and inclusivity as leaders and to stretch themselves in academics, athletics, visual and performing arts, and signature programs in outdoor experiential education and global education.
Position Summary
Trinity Valley School is seeking qualified and compassionate Substitute School Nurses to provide health services and support to students and staff on an as-needed basis. The substitute school nurse will fill in during absences of the regular school nurses and will be responsible for promoting health and wellness, administering medications, and responding to medical needs and emergencies during the school day. Substitute nurses may also have the opportunity to attend school trips where medical assistance is needed. These opportunities will be offered on an opt-in basis.
Key Responsibilities
Qualified candidates should complete an online application for employment and attach a résumé, copy of your RN license, CPR/First Aid certification and References by visiting Trinity Valley School Career Opportunities. Applications must include all elements to be considered. You will receive an email confirming receipt of your application. Selected candidates will be asked to further complete the application before interviews are scheduled. For questions or general inquiries about this job opportunity, please contact: Ben Timson at timsonb@tvs.org.
Trinity Valley School is an equal-opportunity employer. It is our policy to provide equal opportunity in all aspects of employment practices. Trinity Valley School does not discriminate against any qualified employee or applicant for employment due to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, mental or physical disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected category under federal, state, or local laws.
Location: Trinity Valley School
Job Type: On-call / As-needed
Reports To: Assistant Head of School and Full Time Nurses
About Trinity Valley School
Founded in 1959 and named for the Trinity River that flows nearby, Trinity Valley School is an independent, nonsectarian, college-preparatory school. Enrollment includes more than 1,000 students in pre-kindergarten through grade 12 on a 75-acre campus in Fort Worth, Texas. Families choose TVS for its deep commitment to developing curious minds and lifelong learners, as well as for its strong sense of community. TVS provides extraordinary opportunities for students to develop empathy and inclusivity as leaders and to stretch themselves in academics, athletics, visual and performing arts, and signature programs in outdoor experiential education and global education.
Position Summary
Trinity Valley School is seeking qualified and compassionate Substitute School Nurses to provide health services and support to students and staff on an as-needed basis. The substitute school nurse will fill in during absences of the regular school nurses and will be responsible for promoting health and wellness, administering medications, and responding to medical needs and emergencies during the school day. Substitute nurses may also have the opportunity to attend school trips where medical assistance is needed. These opportunities will be offered on an opt-in basis.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide direct nursing care to students and staff, including first aid and emergency care.
- Administer medications and treatments in accordance with physician orders and school policies.
- Maintain accurate health records and documentation using Magnus Software
- Monitor students with chronic health conditions and implement individual health care plans.
- Collaborate with parents, teachers, and administrators regarding student health issues.
- Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal health regulations.
- Support public health initiatives, including screenings and immunization compliance.
- Required: Current and valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in Texas.
- Preferred: Bachelor's degree in Nursing (BSN).
- Required: School nursing or pediatric experience.
- Current CPR/AED and First Aid certification.
- Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills.
- Ability to respond calmly and effectively in emergency situations.
- Maintains confidentiality of all student information
- Ability to maintain calm and control in emergency situations
- Proficiency with Mac and PC, Electronic Medical Record software, Magnus experience preferred
- On-call basis during the academic school year for school day hours - 8:00 am - 4:00 pm.
- Assignments may vary in duration (e.g., single day, multi-day).
- Some overnight assignments available as part of our Trojan Outdoor Experience program.
Qualified candidates should complete an online application for employment and attach a résumé, copy of your RN license, CPR/First Aid certification and References by visiting Trinity Valley School Career Opportunities. Applications must include all elements to be considered. You will receive an email confirming receipt of your application. Selected candidates will be asked to further complete the application before interviews are scheduled. For questions or general inquiries about this job opportunity, please contact: Ben Timson at timsonb@tvs.org.
Trinity Valley School is an equal-opportunity employer. It is our policy to provide equal opportunity in all aspects of employment practices. Trinity Valley School does not discriminate against any qualified employee or applicant for employment due to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, mental or physical disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected category under federal, state, or local laws.