Sub Nurse

Licensed Vocational Nurse

Under the direction of the campus principal and the registered nurse, assist with the implementation of a comprehensive program of health services for the assigned schools, including direct health services to students, being a health advocate for students and staff, and promoting health education and preventive health practices for students.

Education/Certification: High school diploma or GED

Special Knowledge/Skills: Effective communication and interpersonal skills Valid licensed vocational nurse license to practice nursing in Texas from the State Board of Nurse Examiners.

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

• Provide emergency health care.
• Administer medication in compliance with board policy and state rules.
• Assist in the control of communicable diseases by working with principals and school nurses for control of communicable diseases within the school.
• Maintain student immunization records and assist in insuring that students enrolled are in compliance with state law.
• Assist with referrals to health care professionals for medical diagnostic services and treatment as needed.
• Consult with staff members on student health problems, as appropriate, and provide assistance with individual cases as needed.
• Maintain supplies.
• Maintain the safety and security of medications, first aide supplies, and equipment.
• Implement health assessment and screening programs.
• Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents as required.
• Assist with child protective investigations.
• Implement and comply with policies established by federal and state law, State Board of Education rule, and the local board policy in the area of health services.
• Perform other health-related duties as assigned by the principal and school nurse.
• Assist with the counseling and guidance to students and parents so they may assume responsibility for maintenance of student health.
• Assist in helping families use community resources for health-related needs.
• Assist with school office reception and clerical responsibilities as health responsibilities will allow.
• Effectively communicate with staff, students and parents.
• Comply with all district and campus routines and regulations.
• Present a positive role model that supports the mission of school health services and the mission of the school district.
• Maintain a positive and effective relationship with supervisors.
• Demonstrate behavior that is ethical and responsible.
• Develop skills appropriate to the job assignment

Health care equipment normally associated with school clinics, including thermometer, audiometer, eye chart, telephone system, and copier as well as equipment associated with specialized health services approved under board policy.

Ability to read and communicate effectively (verbal and written); maintain emotional control under stress.

Biological exposure to bacteria and communicable diseases; moderate standing, stooping, bending, and lifting

Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board's Policy on Evaluation of paraprofessional personnel.

I understand that a portion or all of my position could be funded using a Federal funding source (including extra duty pay, stipends, or compensation).

The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills that may be required.