Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN)

Lovejoy ISD; Fairview (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional school district in Texas is seeking a School Nurse to implement health programs and provide direct health services to students. The ideal candidate is a licensed LVN with experience in health care and working with children. Responsibilities include direct care, medication administration, and collaborating with staff to support student health needs. This full-time position emphasizes excellent organizational and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum one year of experience in a health-related position.
• Experience working with school-age children preferred.
• Certified to conduct vision and hearing screening.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care using school health protocols.
• Administer medication according to board policy.
• Collaborate with staff regarding student health needs.

Skills

First aid knowledge

Public relations skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Word processing skills

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Valid Texas LVN license

Current CPR and AED certificates

Job description

Overview

Implement district school health program and provide direct services to meet the needs of the students and staff under the direct clinical supervision of the Executive Director of Special Education or school nurse (RN).

Qualifications

• Education/Certification: High School diploma or equivalent
• Valid Texas LVN license issued by the Texas Board of Nursing
• Certified by Texas Department of Health to conduct vision and hearing screening
• Current CPR and AED certificates
• Special Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: Knowledge of basic first aid; Excellent public relations, organization, communication, and interpersonal skills; Ability to use computer software to develop databases and do word processing; Ability to write routine reports and correspondence; Ability to implement policies and procedures
• Experience: Minimum one year experience in health-related position; Experience working with school-age children preferred

Major Responsibilities and Duties

• Nursing Services
  • Provide direct care using school health protocols and individualized health plans (IHPs) established by the RN supervisor or medical advisor.
  • Administer medication to students according to board policy and district procedures.
  • Carry out mandatory screening programs, collect data, and complete required reports as directed.
  • Collaborate with campus principal, school counselor, teachers, parents, food service, and other staff regarding the health needs of the general population and those students with identified health conditions as directed by the supervising RN.
  • Communicate with parents regarding individual students as directed by the school nurse (RN).
  • Participate in Admission, Review, and Dismissal Committee (ARD) meeting of students with identifiable health needs if the RN is unable and collaborate with appropriate staff and RN regarding implementation of health-related IEP items.
  • Distribute information to faculty or staff on health related topics as needed and as directed by the RN.
  • Provide guidance to unlicensed assistive personnel or other school staff on health related tasks as directed by the RN.
  • Maintain accurate and private student health records, including immunization records, medication administration records, and individual student treatment records.
  • Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents required, including accurate, confidential health records on all students.
• Other
  • Support students with academics as needed. This may include but is not limited to prompting student(s), reviewing material, and guiding student(s) through an activity that is provided by the teacher.
  • Maintain confidentiality and comply with policies established by federal and state law, Texas Department of Health Rule, State Board of Education Rule, and Local Board Policy.
  • Demonstrate superior customer service with district staff, students, and community stakeholders.
  • Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Health Care Provider
• Industries
• Education Administration Programs