Director of Health & Wellness

                                                                  Job Description: Director of Health and Wellness

Primary Purpose:

Responsible for program administration, implementation, coordination, and evaluation of a comprehensive program of health services for district.

Qualifications:

• Education/Certification:
• Valid registered nurse (RN) or advance practice RN license from the Texas Board of Nursing

Special Knowledge /Skills:

• Ability to organize, direct, coordinate, and evaluate health services delivery system
• Ability to implement policies and procedures
• Ability to manage budget and personnel
• Knowledge of school health and nursing administration
• Knowledge of community medical and healthcare services
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

Experience:

• Three years’ experience in school health, community health, pediatric/adolescent healthcare, or nursing administration
• Three years’ supervisory experience

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Program Management

• Determine the goals, objectives, and priorities of the health services program in conjunction with nurses and other staff and within the goals and strategic plan established by the district
• Identify, analyze, and apply current nursing and medical research findings to plan and provide health care delivery for all students.
• Evaluate and improve school health practices and make changes based on findings.
• Develop programs and recommend policies related to health and safety.
• Provide expert advice to district administration and other departments regarding policies, procedures, nursing, and healthcare standards on matters impacting student, staff, and the community.
• Collaborate with district level administration to integrate and implement health policies and practices with priorities of the district
• Manage the delivery of all campus health services and ensure consistent implementation of school health policies regarding immunizations, communicable diseases, medication, and emergency care of ill and injures
• Coordinate activities of the health services program with outside agencies and members of medical and health care community to ensure that students have access to adequate health care services.
• Represent the district in collaborative community programs related to student health
• Serve as permanent member of district’s school health advisory committee.
• Participate in the development of health education curriculum and contribute to other committees related to health and safety issues of students and staff
• Coordinate department and district staff development, orientation, training, and certification as related to health needs of students
• May perform duties of school nurse at assigned campus.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor or other administrators that are consistent with the general requirements and qualifications for the position.

Administration

• Ensure that all campuses have needed healthcare supplies and resources and recommend purchase, replacement, and repair of equipment when needed
• Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents required, including accurate, updated records of health information for all students
• Implement and comply with policies established by federal and state law, Texas Department of Health rule, State Board of Education rule, and board policy
• Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures
• Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor or other administrators that are consistent with the general requirements and qualifications for the position

Personnel

• Work cooperatively with principals to recruit, interview, select, train, supervise, and evaluate all health services personnel and make recommendations about assignment, retention, discipline, and dismissal
• Prepare, review, and revise department job descriptions
• Share responsibility with principals to evaluate performance of school health services personnel to ensure effectiveness and develop training options and improvement plans to ensure exemplary operation in the health services area
• Plan and conduct professional development, orientation, training, and certification programs for nurses and nurse assistants

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors

The working conditions described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions and expectations.

• Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment including personal computer and peripherals.
• Posture: Frequent sitting and standing; occasional bending/stooping, pushing, /pulling, and twisting
• Motion: Repetitive hand motions; frequent keyboarding and use of mouse; occasional reaching
• Lifting: Occasional light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds); occasional physical restraint of students to control behavior
• Environment: May work prolonged or irregular hours; work inside and outside (exposure to sun, heat, cold, and inclement weather), exposure to noise; frequent districtwide and occasional statewide travel
• Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress

Salary : $81,240 - $98,748