School Nurse

Banquete Independent School District; Banquete (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Banquete Independent School District is seeking a professional school nurse to implement and oversee the district's health services program for students and staff. You will provide nursing care, promote health education, and support student wellness so health barriers do not disrupt learning.

The role requires RN or LVN licensure in Texas, CPR and First Aid, and certification in mandated screenings as needed. Strong organizational and communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited professional nursing education program.
• Valid, Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) or current Registered Nurse (RN) license issued by the Texas Board of Nursing.
• Current CPR and First Aid certification.
• Required certifications for vision, hearing, and other mandated screenings, or willingness to obtain certification as required by the district.
• Knowledge of nursing practices, first aid, and emergency medical procedures.
• Knowledge of student health assessment and medication administration.
• Ability to maintain accurate and confidential records.
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively with students, parents, administrators, and healthcare professionals.
• Ability to respond appropriately to emergency situations.

Responsibilities

• Implement the district's comprehensive school health services program to meet the health needs of students and staff.
• Provide nursing services, promote health and safety education, and support student wellness.
• Ensure that health-related barriers do not interfere with the educational process.

Skills

Nursing practices

First aid

Emergency medical procedures

Student health assessment

Medication administration

Record keeping

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Emergency response

Education

RN or LVN license (Texas Board of Nursing)

Graduate of an accredited professional nursing education program

CPR and First Aid certification

Job description

Professional/Certified - Other (Certified) - Other

Job Number 0000765658

Start Date 11/16/2026

Open Date 11/10/2026

Closing Date

Reports To: Campus Principal / Superintendent or Designee
Department: Student Health Services
Pay Grade: District Salary Schedule
Terms of Employment: 187 Days

Primary Purpose

Implement the district's comprehensive school health services program to meet the health needs of students and staff. Provide nursing services, promote health and safety education, and support student wellness to ensure that health-related barriers do not interfere with the educational process.

Qualifications

Education/Certification:

Graduate of an accredited professional nursing education program.

Valid, Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) or current Registered Nurse (RN) license issued by the Texas Board of Nursing.

Current CPR and First Aid certification.

Required certifications for vision, hearing, and other mandated screenings, or willingness to obtain certification as required by the district.

Special Knowledge/Skills:

Knowledge of nursing practices, first aid, and emergency medical procedures.

Knowledge of student health assessment and medication administration.

Ability to maintain accurate and confidential records.

Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Ability to work effectively with students, parents, administrators, and healthcare professionals.

Ability to respond appropriately to emergency situations.

Experience:

Building/Campus District

Subject Area/Teaching Field/Endorsement Nurse, School - (Registered Nurse)