Nurse's Aide

Smithville Elementary; Smithville (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Smithville Elementary in Smithville, Texas is seeking a Nurse's Aide to support the school health program under a licensed nurse. Responsibilities include basic first aid, medication administration, and health screenings for students.

Ideal candidate has a high school diploma or GED, CPR/first aid knowledge, strong organizational and communication skills, and at least one year in a health-related role working with school-age children. Position is full-time and on-site.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Knowledge of basic first aid and CPR.
• Proficient keyboarding and file maintenance skills.
• Ability to use software to develop databases and do word processing.
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide basic first aid and care for minor injuries and illness according to a protocol.
• Administer medication to students according to policy and maintain medication log.
• Assist with screening programs and take vital signs; document results.
• Escort students to and from health room and assist students with disabilities.
• Contact parents for student pick-up per health protocols.
• Contact EMS per health protocols as directed.
• Maintain a safe clinic following infection control procedures.
• Prepare and file health records accurately and confidentially.
• Maintain daily log of health office activities and referrals.
• Maintain clinic supply inventory and request supplies as needed.
• Comply with federal/state laws and district policies; maintain confidentiality.
• Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.

Skills

First aid

CPR

Keyboarding

Database software

Word processing

Reports writing

Organization

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

None

Job description

Nurse's Aide

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This job is also posted in Smithville Independent School District

Job Details

Job ID: 5968392
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Oct 22, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

Primary Purpose:
Work under the immediate guidance and direction of a licensed registered nurse to maintain routine
clinic records, provide minor first aid care, and conduct health screenings.

Qualifications:
Education/Certification:
High School diploma or GED
Special Knowledge/Skills:
Knowledge of basic first aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR)
Proficient keyboarding and file maintenance skills
Ability to use software to develop databases and do word processing
Ability to write routine reports and correspondence
Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

Experience:
1year experience in health-related position; experience working with school-age children

Major Responsibilities and Duties:
Health Services 1. Provide basic first aid and care for minor injuries and illness according to a detailed protocol
established by the school nurse (RN) or medical advisor.
2. Administer medication to students according to board policy and district procedures and maintain
accurate log of medications dispensed.
3. Assist with screening programs, take vital signs (temperature, pulse, respiration rate, and blood
pressure), and accurately document results as proscribed by district, state, and federal requirements.
Communicate findings to supervising school health staff for direction.
4. Escort students to and from health room and assist students with disabilities as necessary.
5. Contact parents of students who need to be picked up from school according to established school health services protocols or as directed by the school nurse (RN).
6. Contact emergency medical services (EMS) according to established school health services protocols or as directed by the school nurse (RN).

Safety
7. Maintain an efficient and safe clinic including following infection control procedures as directed by the
school nurse (RN). Use Universal Precautions Procedures when cleaning all body spills and providing
wound care.

Clerical
8. Prepare, compile, maintain, and file all correspondence, reports, records, and other documents
required, including accurate and confidential student health records.
9. Maintain a daily log of health office activities, including reportable accidents, communicable disease data, and referrals to school nurse (RN).
10. Maintain clinic supply inventory and request supplies as needed.

Compliance
11. Comply with policies established by federal and state laws, Texas Department of Health rule, State Board of Education rule, and board policy. Comply with all district and campus routines and
regulations.
12. Maintain confidentiality.

Other
13. Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.

Supervisory Responsibilities:
None

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:
Tools/Equipment Used: Standard medical clinic equipment; special needs adaptive equipment; standard office equipment including computer and peripherals
Posture: Frequent standing, sitting, kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing pulling, and twisting Motion: Frequent walking, grasping/squeezing, wrist flexion/extension Lifting: Frequent light lifting and carrying (under 15 pounds); may require regular heavy lifting (45 pounds or more) and position of students with physical disabilities; controlling behavior through physical restraint, assisting nonambulatory students Environment: Exposure to biological hazards, bacteria, and communicable diseases Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress

Position Type: Full-Time
Salary: $15.50 to $23.26 Per Hour

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Holly Brockman , Principal
• Smithville Elementary
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]