Nurse

Denton Independent School District•Denton, TX

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Nurse appraises the health needs of the school community, provides a safe and healthy environment, and promotes good health practices. The position serves an assigned elementary or middle school campus and works under the direction of the Campus Principal and Director of Health Services. The role provides direct student care, administers medications and treatments, supports health screenings and compliance, communicates with families and school personnel, and helps respond to emergencies. The position is exempt and has 187 duty days per elementary/middle school year. Supervisory responsibilities: None.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited professional nursing education program.
Valid registered nurse license to practice from the Texas State Board of Nurse Examiners.
American Heart Association Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers certification.
American Heart Association Basic Life Support for Healthcare Instructor certification within the first year of hire.
Texas Department of Health certification to conduct vision, hearing, Type II Diabetes Risk Assessment, and postural screenings, or obtain the required certification upon hiring.
Two years of nursing experience; medical/surgical experience is preferred.
Comprehensive knowledge and application of nursing standards defined by the Texas Nurse Practice Act.
Comprehensive knowledge of national, state, and local student health requirements.
Advanced organizational, interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
Demonstrated professionalism, ethical conduct, and accountability.
Ability to maintain emotional control under stress and work with frequent interruptions.
Ability to meet the physical demands described, including lifting and carrying, positioning students with physical disabilities, assisting nonambulatory students, and potentially controlling behavior through physical restraint.

Nice To Haves

Medical/surgical nursing experience.

Responsibilities

Provide direct student care using professional assessment skills, the nursing process, and established school health protocols.
Notify parents about student accidents or illnesses and secure medical care in emergency cases.
Assess student health problems, make appropriate referrals, and provide health counseling and instruction as appropriate.
Coordinate systems for administering student medications and treatments in accordance with district policy, procedures, and the Texas Nurse Practice Act.
Train designated school personnel in clinic procedures, medication administration, and emergency procedures for times when the nurse is unavailable.
Establish and implement procedures for mandatory health screenings and related referrals.
Review and maintain immunization records, notify parents of needed immunizations, and follow up on delinquencies.
Maintain required AHA/BLS and health screener certifications.
Advocate for the health of students, families, and staff, and serve as a liaison among the school, physicians, parents, and community.
Communicate and report health service issues and potential health and safety hazards to appropriate campus and district personnel, while complying with HIPAA and FERPA.
Collaborate with campus administration and staff to identify and address campus health needs and provide health education or training to individuals and groups.
Participate in IEP and Section 504 committees regarding health-related plans.
Participate in the building emergency response team and other school or district committees as requested.
Participate in the assessment and reporting of suspected child abuse.
Compile, maintain, and file required physical and computerized reports, records, clinic records, and current student health records.
Requisition supplies and equipment needed to maintain clinic inventory.
Comply with applicable federal and state laws, Texas Department of Health rules, State Board of Education requirements, the Texas Nurse Practice Act, and campus or district health-services policies and procedures.
Maintain nursing licensure and complete continuing education to stay current with nursing practices.
Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures; participate in professional development, department meetings, and special events as assigned; perform additional duties supporting the district’s mission and goals.