Director of Health & Wellness

Waxahachie ISD•Waxahachie, TX

About The Position

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

Requirements

Valid registered nurse (RN) or advance practice RN license from the Texas Board of Nursing
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
Three years’ experience in school health, community health, pediatric/adolescent healthcare, or nursing administration
Three years’ supervisory experience

Responsibilities

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