Registured Nurse

Big Spring ISD

Big Spring (TX)

On-site

USD 48,000 - 64,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Big Spring ISD is seeking a Registured Nurse at Big Spring Junior High in Big Spring, Texas. The role focuses on delivering comprehensive health services to students and coordinating screenings and emergency care.

The ideal candidate has a valid Texas LVN license, graduation from an accredited nursing program, CPR certification, and at least two years of nursing experience. This full-time position involves collaborating with staff and families, and adhering to district health policies.

Qualifications

Graduate of an accredited nursing education program.
Valid Texas LVN license to practice professional nursing.
CPR certification is required or current.
Two years nursing experience, preferably in community health.

Responsibilities

Serve as health advocate for students.
Notify parents of accidents or illness and secure medical care for students.
Coordinate administration of medications in school per district policy.
Establish and implement screening procedures and make referrals as needed.
Develop and evaluate campus health program and implement improvements.
Provide health education to individuals and groups and train staff.

Skills

Patient advocacy

Health education

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

Texas LVN license

Accredited nursing program graduate

Job description

Registured Nurse

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This job is also posted in Region 18 Education Service Center Consortium

Job Details

Job ID: 5893828

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Aug 19, 2026 7:07 PM (UTC)

Job Description

Primary Purpose: Implement comprehensive program of health services for campus. Provide health services to students. Promote health education and preventive health practices for students.

Education/Certification: Education/Certification: Graduate of an accredited professional nursing education program valid licensed vocational nurse to practice professional nursing in Texas from the State Board of Nurse Examiners Certified by Texas Department of Health to conduct vision and hearing screening CPR Certification

Special Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: Knowledge of health appraisal to identify student health defects Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills Ability to implement policies and procedures Proficient keyboarding and file maintenance skills Ability to write routine reports and correspondence Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

Experience: Two years nursing experience, preferably in community health

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Nursing Services

Serve as health advocate for students.
Notify parents of accident or illness and secure medical care for students in emergency cases (if parents or emergency contact cannot be reached).
Coordinate management system to administer medications to students at school. Administer medications according to district policy and procedures.
Establish and implement effective procedures for mandatory screening programs. Make referrals as necessary.
Develop and coordinate continuing evaluation of campus health program and make changes based on findings.

Instruction

Participate in development of campus health education curriculum and provide health education to individuals and groups.
Educate faculty and staff as needed on health related topics.
Provide health counseling and instruction to individual students.

Consultation

Serve as health liaison between school, physicians, parents, and community.
Assess student problems and make appropriate referrals working with students, teachers, parents, and medical and health care professionals as needed.
Participate in Admission, Review, and Dismissal Committee, crisis team, and school committees, plus assist in the development of Individual Health Plans.
Collaborate with other professionals regarding implementation of health-related Individual Education Plan (IEP) items.
Participate in assessment and reporting of suspected child abuse.
Communicate regularly with principal, health services coordinator, school counselor, teachers, parents, food services, and other staff regarding health services issues.

Administration

Review and evaluate immunization records.
Supervise and train nurse aide(s) in clinic procedures and responsibilities according to district policy.
Compile, maintain, and file all physical and computerized reports, records, and other documents required, including clinic records and accurate, updated health records on all students.
Comply with policies established by federal and state laws, Texas Department of Health rule, State Board of Education rule, and board policy in health services area.
Report potential health and safety hazards to principal and health services coordinator.
Comply with all district and campus routines and regulations.

Professional Development

Maintain professional nursing skills and knowledge as required by the Texas Nurse Practice Act and the Texas Board of Nursing including certification for mandated screenings and Basic Life Support for Healthcare providers (CPR/AED).
Model behavior that is professional, ethical, and responsible.

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Tools/Equipment Used: Standard medical clinic equipment including automated external defibrillator (AED); 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 (less than 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

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