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School Nurse
Primary Purpose: Provide health services to students in assigned schools. Promote health education and preventive health practices for students and staff. Function as a health advocate and liaison between home, school, and community to ensure the physical, mental, and emotional well-being of students.
Qualifications: Education/Certification: Graduate of an accredited professional nursing education program. Valid Registered Nurse license (RN) issued by the Texas Board of Nursing. CPR and First Aid certification (required). Vision, Hearing, and Spinal Screening Certification (preferred). Valid Texas driver's license and reliable transportation.
Special Knowledge/Skills: Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills. Excellent organization, communication, and interpersonal skills. Ability to implement policies and procedures. Ability to work effectively with children, parents, staff, and community agencies. Knowledge of public health principles and practices as they relate to school health.
Experience: Minimum of two (2) years of nursing experience, preferably in pediatrics, public health, or community health nursing.
Major Responsibilities and Duties
Health Services

Provide direct care to students and staff for injuries, illnesses, and chronic health conditions.
Administer prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with district policy and physician orders.
Manage health records and maintain confidentiality of student information.
Identify and refer students with health conditions that require medical attention.
Provide emergency first aid and coordinate medical emergency procedures on campus.
Health Education and Promotion

Serve as a health resource for students, staff, and parents.
Participate in health education programs and provide classroom presentations on hygiene, nutrition, and disease prevention.
Support district wellness initiatives and health fairs.
Compliance and Recordkeeping

Conduct state-mandated screenings (vision, hearing, scoliosis, etc.) and maintain accurate documentation.
Monitor immunization compliance and report data to appropriate state agencies.
Prepare and submit required health reports in a timely manner.
Collaboration

Work collaboratively with campus administrators, counselors, and teachers to address student health concerns that affect learning.
Communicate with parents regarding student health needs and referrals.
Serve as a liaison between the district and community health agencies.
Participate in ARD (Admission, Review, and Dismissal) and 504 meetings as needed.
Professional Growth and Conduct

Maintain professional nursing licensure and certifications.
Participate in professional development to remain current on school health trends and best practices.
Comply with all district, state, and federal policies and regulations regarding student health and safety.
Emergency Response

Provide first aid and emergency care as needed.
Participate in emergency drills and serve on the campus crisis response team.
Maintain readiness to respond to medical emergencies at school-sponsored activities when assigned.
Working Conditions

Frequent standing, walking, bending, lifting, and exposure to bodily fluids
Possible exposure to communicable diseases
Regular interaction with students, staff, and parents
Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors

Maintain emotional control under stress
Ability to work with interruptions and shifting priorities
Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds (e.g., assisting students with limited mobility)
Supervisory Responsibilities

May provide guidance to LVNs, health aides, or paraprofessionals assigned to the school health clinic.
Performance will be evaluated in accordance with district policy and administrative guidelines.
*Minimum Salary $67,200 *Salary is commensurate with experience *Works 192 Day Calendar * Please note that this role requires in-person attendance and is not eligible for remote work. Sheldon ISD will accept applications for this position through July 18, 2026. After this date, applications will continue to be accepted in the event a suitable candidate is not identified. If no viable candidate is selected from the initial applicant pool, applications submitted after July 18 will be reviewed in five-day intervals until a candidate is recommended for hire.