Substitute Nurses

Substitute RN/LVN Nurse

In the absence of the school nurse, provide direct health related services, health education and preventive health practices to meet the needs of students and staff.

Graduate of an accredited professional Nursing education program. Current Texas or Compact Nursing License with State Board of Nurse Examiners required. Current BLS Provider certification required. Willingness to acquire the following certifications and training: Vision and Hearing Screening Certification Spinal Screening Certification Unlicensed Diabetes Care Assistant (UDCA) training Any additional training/certification necessary to fulfill school nursing duties/responsibilities.

Ability to comply with standards of care in accordance with the Texas Nurse Practice Act. Ability to comply with federal guidelines (FERPA) regarding confidentiality of a student's health/education record. Computer skills and willingness to learn/adapt to district software/Electronic Health Record. Excellent organizational, communication and interpersonal skills. Such additions and alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board of Trustees may find appropriate and acceptable.

Minimum 3 years nursing experience required, community/public health, pediatrics or school nursing preferred.

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors: Ability to maintain emotional control under stress. Work with frequent interruptions. Exposure to biological and chemical hazards, bacteria, blood-borne pathogens and communicable diseases. Ability to stand for prolonged periods of time, frequent stooping, bending, pulling, lifting and pushing. Occasional prolonged and irregular working hours.

Computer, copier, scanner, standard medical equipment including but not limited to an AED, hearing and vision screening equipment and any additional medical equipment that may be necessary.