School Nurse (RN) - WWJH

W W J H 041; Dayton (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

W W J H 041 is hiring a School Nurse (RN) in Dayton, TX to provide comprehensive health services for students. You will promote preventive health practices and monitor student wellbeing in collaboration with administrators and teachers.

The role requires TX RN licensure, CPR, and vision/hearing screening certification, plus at least two years of nursing experience, preferably in community health, with a focus on confidentiality and safety.

Qualifications

• Two years nursing experience, preferably in community health.
• Texas RN license active and in good standing.
• CPR certification required.
• Vision and hearing screening certification required.
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide health services to students and manage campus health program.
• Administer medications per district policy and procedures.
• Coordinate referrals with families and healthcare providers as needed.
• Conduct screenings and make referrals according to Texas guidelines.
• Maintain health records with confidentiality and accuracy.
• Supervise nurse aides and support staff in clinic procedures.
• Communicate health information to parents, staff, and administrators.
• Participate in health education and emergency response planning.
• Collaborate with physicians, parents, and the community on student health.
• Ensure compliance with district and state health policies.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Health appraisal knowledge

Policy implementation

Education

RN license (Texas)

Graduate of accredited nursing program

CPR Certification

Vision & hearing screening certification

Job description

School Nurse (RN) - WWJH

Dayton Independent School District W W J H 041 - Dayton, Texas Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5950645

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Oct 05, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

PRIMARY PURPOSE:

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

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education/Certification

• Graduate of an accredited professional nursing education program
• Valid registered nurse license (RN) 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

• Knowledge of health appraisal to identify student health defects
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to implement policies and procedures

Experience

Two years nursing experience, preferably in community health

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

• Provide temporary and emergency care for sick and injured students or staff according to district policy and procedures.
• 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.
• Perform screening procedures as required by Texas Department of Health, Texas Educational Agency, and district policy. Make referrals as necessary.
• Develop and coordinate continuing evaluation of campus health program and make changes based on findings.
• Participate in development of campus health education curriculum and provide health education to individuals and groups.
• Provide health counseling and instruction to individual students.
• 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.
• Participate in assessment and reporting of suspected child abuse.
• Make home visits to help with student health problems as necessary with permission of principal.
• Communicate regularly with principal and health services coordinator regarding health services issued.
• Maintain confidentiality
• Review and evaluate immunization records.
• Enforce procedures to ensure proper program administration according to district polity.
• Supervise and train nurse aide(s) in clinic procedures and responsibilities according to district policy.
• Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents required, including clinic records and accurate, updated health records on all students.
• Requisition supplies and equipment needed to maintain clinic inventory.
• 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.
• Comply with all district and campus routines and regulations.
• Maintain certification in CPR, vision and hearing screening, and as a health screener.
• Model behavior that is professional, ethical, and responsible.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $55,056 to $66,092 10 Month

Contact Information

• Di Nardo Bazile , Principal
• W W J H 041
• Email: [e-mail]