Substitute Licensed Vocational Nurse

Beaumont ISD • Beaumont, TX

265d • $27

About The Position

The Substitute Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) is responsible for promoting and protecting the optimal health status of school-age children through a model of prevention, early intervention, referral, and primary care. The role involves implementing a comprehensive program of health services for the campus, providing health services to students, and promoting health education and preventive health practices.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited Licensed Vocational Nursing Education program.
• Valid registered nurse license to practice professional nursing in Texas.
• CPR and First-aid certification.
• At least one year of nursing experience; pediatric or school nurse experience preferred.
• Knowledge of health appraisal to identify student health defects.
• Familiar with the Texas Nursing Practice Act and the National Association of School Nurse's standards of nursing practice.
• Possess appropriate skills for meeting school emergencies.
• Ability to implement policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of national, state, and local student health requirements.
• Strong organizational, communication, public relations, and interpersonal skills.
• Computer skills and willingness to learn.

Responsibilities

• Provide temporary and emergency care for sick and injured students or staff according to district policy and procedures.
• Notify parents of accident or illness and secure medical care for students in emergency cases.
• Administer medications to students according to district policy and procedures.
• Assist with health assessments.
• Provide health counseling and instruction to individual students.
• Serve as health liaison between school, physicians, parents, and community.
• Assess student problems and make appropriate referrals.
• Participate in assessment and reporting of suspected child abuse.
• Communicate regularly with principal and health services supervisor regarding health services issues.
• Comply with policies established by federal and state laws, Texas Department of Health rule, State Board of Education rule, and board policy in health services area.
• Report potential health and safety hazards to principal.
• Maintain certification in CPR.
• Perform duties in a professional, ethical, and responsible manner.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Hourly pay of $27.42.
• Opportunity to work in a school environment.
• Professional development opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees