Clinical/Nurse Substitute (26-27 SY)

Young World Physical Education; Irving (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Young World Physical Education in Irving, Texas is seeking a Professional Registered Nurse to manage standard clinic activities in the absence of the school nurse. The role involves promoting student health and well-being, conducting assessments, and providing appropriate medical interventions.

The ideal candidate will have a valid Texas Nurse License, a bachelor's degree preferred, and at least two years of experience in clinical nursing. This position offers an opportunity to impact the academic achievement and health of students positively.

Qualifications

• Professional Registered Nurse with at least two years of clinical nursing experience.
• Valid Texas Nurse License and C.P.R. Instructor certification required.
• Bachelor’s Degree is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain student health records and ensure documentation compliance.
• Provide individual and group health instruction for students.
• Manage clinical functions and maintain a clean clinic environment.

Skills

Physical, mental, social & emotional nursing assessment skills

Pediatric nursing knowledge

Case management for chronic and acute conditions

Autonomous work in clinical settings

Education

Professional Registered Nurse

Bachelor’s Degree preferred

Valid Texas Nurse License

C.P.R. Instructor certification

Job description

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

PRIMARY PURPOSE: Maintain standard clinic activities in the absence of the school nurse.

• Promote the health, well‑being and academic achievement of all students by performing assessment of health disorders and providing treatment and/or appropriate medical intervention.
• Provide support for student educational opportunities through health education, health promotion, disease prevention, and case management of health conditions which will minimize absenteeism and create a climate of well‑being for the school community.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Professional Registered Nurse
• Bachelor’s Degree preferred
• Valid Texas Nurse License
• Certificate from State Health Department for vision, hearing, spinal and Acanthosis Nigricans (AN) screening
• C.P.R. Instructor certification
• At least two (2) years experience in clinical nursing, with five (5) years preferred
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Special Knowledge/Skills:

• Physical, mental, social & emotional nursing assessment skills
• Nursing skills and knowledge specific to pediatric nursing
• Ability to develop student specific case management plans for chronic and acute medical conditions.
• Work autonomously in school clinical setting

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

Program Management:

1. Responsible for collection and maintenance of student health records and adhere to medical documentation per nursing regulations. Documentation completed in a timely manner in district electronic medical program.
2. Manage clinical functions; medical care, nursing systems, communication, maintaining supplies, and keep clinic attractive and orderly.
3. Provide individual and group health instruction including education with instructional pamphlets and materials for health-related concerns.
4. Train, orient, supervise, and coordinate the duties of assistive personnel; clinic assistants, clinic substitutes, student nurses, and clinic volunteers.
5. Ensure confidentiality for all students and staff members receiving care in school clinic.

School Climate:

1. Maintain professional communication with faculty, staff, students, parents and community members.
2. Promote effective nursing practices with professional collegiality and collaboration.
3. Model health values and positive attitudes for students, staff and parents.

School Improvement:

1. Develop and coordinate health promotion activities within district and community.
2. Promote safety by assessment of school environment and instructional practices.
3. Oversee training of Bloodborne Pathogen Control Plan to faculty and staff.
4. Recruit and prepare administrative staff to coordinate responsibilities in disaster readiness plan.
5. Focus clinic operations toward accomplishment of district’s vision, mission and attainment of district goals and objectives.
6. Promote wellness and offer health counseling/services to faculty, staff, students, and parents.
7. Actively participate in department and campus staff development, faculty meetings and special events.

Student Management:

1. Assess and develop student specific individual health plans, implement care and evaluate results to ensure programs meet the health needs of students to promote learning.
2. Complete state‑mandated screening programs: vision, hearing, scoliosis, Acanthosis nigricans (AN). Dental and BMI screenings with referrals and follow‑up for all screenings and assessments as needed.
3. Implement care for chronic and acute illnesses and manage first aid procedures for injuries.
4. Maintain FERPA & HIPAA regulations when communicating health needs of students as necessary on need‑to‑know basis with appropriate faculty.
5. Follow‑up on students with excessive absenteeism to determine medical status for medical intervention and advocate for services when needed.
6. Direct clinic management to protect student’s classroom learning experiences.
7. Promote and maintain high compliance rates for immunizations per Texas Law.
8. Assist campus administrators to develop strategies to mitigate exclusion of student for immunization non‑compliance.
9. Enforce communicable disease guidelines stated by Texas Department of Health and Board policy.
10. Provide appropriate referrals for students needing medical evaluation to ensure timely referrals, care and return to classroom learning.
11. Keep parents informed of student’s injuries, illnesses and included in the development of the plan of care while attending school.
12. Oversee and supervise program to safely dispense medications and provide physician‑directed medical procedures for chronically and acutely ill students.

Professional Growth and Development:

1. Maintain required CEU’s for nursing licensure.
2. Adhere to the Professional Nursing Code of Ethics, Board of Nursing rules and regulations and district policies.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Show leadership management while under stressful and emergency situations. Ability to communicate professionally and effectively (verbal and written); ability to manage conflict resolution. Interpret nursing and district policy and procedures.

Frequent exposure to communicable diseases and bloodborne pathogens. Responsibilities may require lifting, stooping, bending, kneeling, and pushing and occasional prolonged working hours.