Licensed Vocational Nurse

McAllen Independent School District•McAllen, TX

2d•Onsite

About The Position

To assist the school nurse in all phases of the School Health Program: implementation, maintenance, evaluation and positive atmosphere. To identify, modify or remove barriers which may impede health and learning in the educational setting.

Requirements

High School Diploma, required
Valid Texas Licensed Vocational Nurse, required
CPR, clinical nursing skills, (i.e., catheterization, G-tube feedings, ostomies)
General clerical duties and file maintenance skills
Three (3) years’ experience in school or community health, home health, clinical/hospital, which includes working with children and/or adolescents, required

Nice To Haves

computer skills, preferred
Effective communication skills and interpersonal skills
Bilingual, preferred (English/Spanish)

Responsibilities

Work under the immediate guidance and supervision of the school nurse. (Has no responsibility as the sole health program provider.)
Assist the school nurse in maintaining the Comprehensive School Health Program.
Provide basic first aid, as per protocols.
Administer prescribed and over the counter medications.
Administer or assist students with prescribed treatments/feedings.
Assist in maintaining immunization compliance.
Participate in district-wide mandated health screening program.
Document and maintain student health information on computer system and hard copy in a confidential manner.
Inventory and maintain office and health supplies including classroom first aid boxes/supplies.
Maintain office and health equipment.
Provide evidence of participation in continuing education programs to increase understanding and update skills (20 contact hours [CEUs] required every two years for license renewal).
Follow McAllen ISD customer service standards.
Perform other duties assigned by immediate supervisor (primary evaluator).