LPN - Licensed Practical Nurse Part Time - Occupational Health

divh2Part-Time School Nurse/h2pReports to: Principal/ppLocation: St. George Catholic School/ppGeneral Position Summary:/ppThe principal duty of all employees is to assist in the mission of the Church in the Diocese of Fort Worth. The Part-Time School Nurse fulfills the mission of the Catholic school by promoting and protecting the health and well-being of students and staff, ensuring a safe environment where every child can learn and grow in the light of Christ. The School Nurse provides healthcare, compassion, and support within the framework of the schools philosophy, organization, and diocesan policies. This position serves as both a healthcare professional and a minister of care, offering medical expertise and spiritual presence that reflect the dignity of every person. The nurse works collaboratively with the principal, teachers, and families to support the physical, emotional, and spiritual wellness of all students. This is a part-time position (MondayFriday, 9:00 a.m.2:00 p.m.), hired and evaluated by the Principal./ppPrincipal Accountabilities:/pp Supports and upholds the philosophy of Catholic education and the mission of the school./pp Acts as a witness to Gospel values by modeling the teachings of the Catholic Church./pp Supports and adheres to the Code of Conduct and policies and procedures of the school and Diocese./pp Abides by the Confidentiality Policy set forth in the Diocese Employee Handbook./pp Provides first aid, medical attention, and emergency care to students and staff as needed./pp Serves as a health advocate for each student, assessing physical and emotional health needs and identifying barriers to learning./pp Manages and plans for acute, chronic, and emergency health problems, including appropriate referral and follow-up./pp Provides counseling and health education to students and parents in keeping with the teachings of the Catholic Church./pp Coordinates and documents student immunizations, screenings, and communicable disease control programs in compliance with state and diocesan regulations./pp Initiates referrals and ensures follow-up care for identified health needs./pp Administers medications and maintains detailed, confidential health records./pp Anticipates medical supply and equipment needs to maintain a functional clinic./pp Supports the principal in preparing reports, documentation, and correspondence related to health and safety compliance./pp Maintains medical supplies, clinic cleanliness, and organization of the health office./pp Allocates job functions and supervises substitute nurses or designated staff as needed./pp Collaborates with teachers, parents, and staff to promote healthy school practices./pp Meets staff development guidelines as set forth by the Diocese/local administration./pp Demonstrates professionalism in conduct, demeanor, and work habits./pp Maintains a work schedule that maximizes availability to students, staff, and administration./pp Performs other duties as assigned by the principal./ppImportant Job Functions:/pp Serves as a professional representative of the principal and school./pp Communicates effectively and compassionately with students, parents, and staff./pp Collaborates with peers to enhance the work environment and support the mission of the school./pp Participates in diocesan trainings and meetings as required./ppTypical Decisions and/or Recommendations:/ppExercises discretion and independent judgment regarding student health matters and safety in consultation with administration when necessary./ppSupervision Given and/or Received:/ppReports directly to the Principal./ppInternal Contacts:/ppPrincipal, teachers, school staff, diocesan offices./ppExternal Contacts:/ppParents, healthcare providers, diocesan vendors, local and state health agencies./ppWorking Conditions and/or Physical Requirements:/pp Required to work MondayFriday, 9:00 a.m.2:00 p.m./pp Required to manage moderate levels of stress and occasional interruptions./pp Required to work in a standard office and school environment with potential exposure to illness./pp May need to work occasional evenings or weekends for professional development or emergencies./pp Required to lift up to 35 lbs. without assistance and up to 60 lbs. with assistance./pp Required to sit, stand, bend, stoop, reach, grab, pull, hear, see, and speak daily./pp Required to perform repetitive tasks such as computer keyboarding, writing, and data entry./pp Required to maintain composure and avoid inappropriate displays of emotion./pp May travel infrequently to diocesan schools or meetings as needed./ppEducation and Experience Preferred:/pp Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) licensed to practice in the State of Texas./pp Certification in CPR/AED and Texas vision, hearing, spinal, and Acanthosis Nigricans screening required./pp Previous experience in a school or pediatric setting preferred./pp Bilingual (English and Spanish) strongly preferred./ppKnowledge and Skills Preferred:/pp Knowledge of health appraisals, immunizations, communicable disease control, and emergency procedures./pp Ability to listen empathetically, de-escalate tense situations, and exercise sound judgment./pp Adaptable, flexible, and calm under pressure./pp Excellent communication and organizational skills./pp Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and electronic recordkeeping./pp Ability to maintain confidentiality, prioritize tasks, and work independently./pp Demonstrated professionalism and respect when serving diverse populations./pp Commitment to lifelong learning, professional growth, and the mission of Catholic education./ppFLSA Designation:/ppExempt, Part-Time, On-Site. Hours align with school operating hours and may include additional responsibilities such as professional development or school events./ppDisclaimer:/ppThis job description is not intended to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of all activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee. Duties and responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice, in support of the mission of the Church and St. George Catholic School./p/div