Substitute Nurses

Marion Independent School District; Texas; On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Marion Independent School District seeks a qualified health professional for direct care in a school setting. Candidates must hold a Texas LVN license and have CPR/AED certifications. One year of experience in a health-related field is preferred, especially with school-age children.

Responsibilities include administering medication and following individualized health plans under the supervision of the RN. Applicants should have strong organizational and communication skills, and an understanding of first aid is essential.

Qualifications

• 1 year experience in health-related position; experience with school-age children preferred.
• Must have a valid Texas LVN license.
• Current certifications in CPR and AED are required.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care using school health protocols.
• Administer medication to students according to policies.

Skills

Strong organizational skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Knowledge of basic first aid

Education

High School diploma or GED

Valid Texas license (LVN)

Current CPR and AED certificates

Tools

Standard medical clinic equipment

Computer and peripherals

Job description

Preferred Qualifications

Education/Certification

• High School diploma or GED
• Valid Texas license (LVN) issued by the Board of Vocational Nurse Examiners
• Current cardio pulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and automated external defibrillator (AED) certificates

Special Knowledge/Skills

• Knowledge of basic first aid
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

Experience

• One year experience in health-related position; experience working with school-age children preferred

Major Responsibilities and Duties

1. Provide direct care using school health protocols and individualized health plans (IHPs) established by the RN supervisor or medical advisor.
2. Administer medication to students according to board policy and district procedures.

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 (under 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