*Substitute Nurse

Young World Physical Education; Lorena (TX); On-site; USD 34,440 - 48,216; Part time

Job summary

Young World Physical Education is seeking a part-time Lorena ISD Substitute Nurse to support student health. Responsibilities include providing direct care, health counseling, and coordinating with parents. The role requires a licensed LVN and CPR/AED certifications.

This position involves a variety of tasks such as maintaining student health records, ensuring medication administration follows district policies, and evaluating individualized healthcare plans. Strong communication and organizational skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Licensed LVN or advanced degree in nursing.
• Certification in CPR/AED/First Aid.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing care and health counseling to students.
• Assess student health problems and coordinate with parents.
• Maintain confidentiality and adhere to HIPAA and FERPA laws.
• Implement and evaluate individualized healthcare plans for students.

Skills

Knowledge of health appraisal

Ability to implement policies and procedures

Knowledge of basic first aid

Proficient keyboarding and file maintenance skills

Strong organizational skills

Strong communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Currently licensed LVN or higher in Texas

Currently certified in CPR/AED/First Aid

Tools

Standard medical clinic equipment

Computer and peripherals

Job description

Job Description

Position: Lorena ISD Substitute Nurse

Reports to: Brandy Rodriguez, R.N., Lead Nurse for LISD; and to building Principals and Central Administration as appropriate.

Summary: The School nurse is a registered professional Nurse working in the school setting who strengthens and facilitates the educational process by improving and protecting the health status of students. The major focus of school nursing services is the prevention of illness and disability, the early detection and correction of health problems, and acting as an advocate for health promotion.

Education/License Requirements:

• Currently licensed and in good standing with the State of Texas as an LVN or more advanced degree.
• Currently certified in CPR/AED/First Aid.

Special Knowledge/Skills:

• Knowledge of health appraisal to identify student health defects.
• Ability to implement policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of basic first aid.
• Proficient keyboarding and file maintenance skills.
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide direct care using professional assessment skills, the nursing process, individualized healthcare plans (IHPs), and established school health protocols. Provide health counseling and instruction to individual students.
• Assess student problems, communicate with parents regarding individual students, and ensure appropriate referrals and follow up as needed. Serve as a liaison between school personnel, family, healthcare professionals, and community.
• Notify parents of accident or illness. Secure emergency medical care for students as needed.
• Implement individualized healthcare plans (IHPs) and evaluate outcomes of skilled and direct nursing care and procedures for medically fragile students to ensure safe integration of the student into the school environment.
• Serve as health advocate for students.
• Ensure that medications are administered to students according to district policy and procedures.
• Maintain patient privacy (student/employee) by following HIPAA and FERPA laws.
• Consult with other LISD Nurses as needed to problem solve clinical issues related to student, parent, or faculty concerns.
• Maintain clinic equipment and health office to promote a clean, safe facility.
• Maintain health records of all students using proper documentation.

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 positioning of students with physical disabilities; controlling behavior through physical restraint, assisting non-ambulatory students.

Environment: Exposure to biological hazards, bacteria, and communicable diseases.

Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress.

Position Type: Part-Time

Contact Information:

• Brandy Rodriguez, District Nurse Coordinator
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]