Substitute School Nurse

Big Spring ISD

Big Spring (TX)

On-site

USD 42,000 - 60,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Big Spring ISD in Big Spring, Texas is seeking a Substitute School Nurse to provide comprehensive health services for students and support campus health. The role focuses on administering medications, coordinating health screenings, and promoting preventive health practices across the school community.

The position requires a licensed LVN in Texas, CPR certification, and experience in community health settings.

Qualifications

Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
Valid Texas LVN license to practice nursing.
Vision and hearing screening certification.
CPR certification.
Two years nursing experience, preferably in community health.

Responsibilities

Serve as health advocate for students.
Notify parents of accidents or illness and secure medical care in emergencies.
Coordinate management system to administer medications at school.
Establish and implement procedures for screening programs and referrals.
Develop and coordinate ongoing evaluation of campus health program.

Education

Graduate of an accredited professional nursing education program

Licensed Vocational Nurse to practice professional nursing in Texas (State Board of Nurse Examiners)

Certified by Texas Department of Health to conduct vision and hearing screening

CPR Certification

Job description

Substitute School Nurse

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This job is also posted in Region 18 Education Service Center Consortium

Job Details

Job ID: 5098508

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Re-Posted: Feb 20, 2026 1:05 PM (UTC)

Job Description

Position Purpose

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

Essential Functions

Education/Certification:
Graduate of an accredited professional nursing education program
Valid licensed vocational nurse 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

1. Serve as health advocate for students.
2. Notify parents of accident or illness and secure medical care for students in emergency cases (if parents or emergency contact cannot be reached).
3. Coordinate management system to administer medications to students at school. Administer medications according to district policy and procedures.
4. Establish and implement effective procedures for mandatory screening programs. Make referrals as necessary.
5. Develop and coordinate continuing evaluation of campus health program and make changes based on findings.
6. Participate in development of campus health education curriculum and provide health education to individuals and groups.
7. Educate faculty and staff as needed on health related topics.
8. Provide health counseling and instruction to individual students.
9. Serve as health liaison between school, physicians, parents, and community.
10. Assess student problems and make appropriate referrals working with students, teachers, parents, and medical and health care professionals as needed.
11. Participate in Admission, Review, and Dismissal Committee, crisis team, and school committees and develops Individual Health Plan.
12. Collaborate with other professionals regarding implementation of health-related Individual Education Plan (IEP) items.
13. Participate in assessment and reporting of suspected child abuse.
14. Communicate regularly with principal, health services coordinator, school counselor, teachers, parents, food services, and other staff regarding health services issues.
15. Review and evaluate immunization records.
16. Supervise and train nurse aide(s) and LVN(s) in clinic procedures and responsibilities according to district policy.
17. Compile, maintain, and file all physical and computerized reports, records, and other documents required, including clinic records and accurate, updated health records on all students.
18. 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.
19. Report potential health and safety hazards to principal.
20. Comply with all district and campus routines and regulations.
21. Maintain certification in CPR, vision and hearing screening, and as a health screener.
22. Model behavior that is professional, ethical, and responsible.