School Health Nurse: Champion of Student Wellness

Pasadena Independent School District; Pasadena (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Pasadena Independent School District seeks a Registered Nurse to keep learning on track by managing student health needs on campus and coordinating district health services.

You will screen students, maintain health records, administer medications per policy, and train staff. Texas RN licensure and CPR/ECC certification are required; experience in school health is preferred.

Join a collaborative team dedicated to student wellness, safety, and confidentiality during the school day in Pasadena.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited professional nursing education program.
• Valid RN license to practice in Texas from the State Board of Nurse Examiners with current license recorded.
• Current CPR and Emergency Cardiovascular Care (CPR and AED).
• Valid certification by Texas Department of Health to conduct vision and hearing screening.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care for ill/injured students using professional assessment skills and district health protocols.
• Screen students for disabilities and assist those with non-correctable defects with school adjustment.
• Maintain each student’s cumulative health record and health status; ensure immunizations are up to date.
• Coordinate and document administration of prescribed medications and train staff accordingly.
• Conduct annual vision, hearing, and spinal screenings and enter results promptly.
• Communicate with parents about health issues, injuries, medications, and confidential matters.

Skills

Clinical Assessment

Nursing Judgment

Interpersonal Skills

Organizational Skills

Computer Proficiency

Independent Work

Training & Collaboration

Education

RN License - Texas

CPR & ECC Certification

Vision & Hearing Screening Certification

Accredited Nursing Program

Job description

Pasadena Independent School District seeks a Registered Nurse to keep learning on track by managing student health needs on campus and coordinating district health services.

You will screen students, maintain health records, administer medications per policy, and train staff. Texas RN licensure and CPR/ECC certification are required; experience in school health is preferred.

Join a collaborative team dedicated to student wellness, safety, and confidentiality during the school day in Pasadena.