Nurse Assistant 2026-2027

Alvarado Independent School District • Alvarado, TX

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Work under the immediate guidance and direction of a licensed registered nurse to maintain routine clinic records, provide minor first aid care, and conduct health screenings.

Requirements

• High School diploma or GED
• Knowledge of basic first aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR)
• Proficient keyboarding and file maintenance skills
• Ability to use software to develop databases and do word processing
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

Nice To Haves

• Medical Assistant or Certified Nurse Assistant Certification Preferred
• Experience in health-related position
• Experience working with school-age children

Responsibilities

• Provide basic first aid and care for minor injuries and illness according to a detailed protocol established by the school nurse (RN) or medical advisor.
• Administer medication to students according to board policy, district procedures, and maintain accurate log of medications dispensed.
• Assist with screening programs, take vital signs (temperature, pulse, respiration rate, and blood pressure), and accurately document results as prescribed by district, state, and federal requirements.
• Communicate findings to supervising school health staff for direction.
• Escort students to and from clinic and assist students with disabilities as necessary.
• Contact parents of students who need to be picked up from school according to established school health services protocols or as directed by the school nurse (RN).
• Contact emergency medical services (EMS) according to established school health services protocols or as directed by the school nurse (RN).
• Maintain an efficient and safe clinic including following infection control procedures as directed by the school nurse (RN).
• Use Universal Precautions Procedures when cleaning all body fluid and providing wound care.
• Prepare, compile, maintain, and file all correspondence, reports, records, and other documents required, including accurate and confidential student health records.
• Maintain a daily log of health office activities, including reportable accidents, communicable disease data, and referrals to school nurse (RN).
• Maintain clinic supply inventory and request supplies as needed.
• Comply with policies established by federal and state laws, Texas Department of Health rule, State Board of Education rule, and board policy.
• Comply with all district and campus routines and regulations.
• Maintain confidentiality.
• Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees