Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN)

Wichita Falls Independent School District

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Job Details

Job ID:

5920150

Application Deadline:

Posted until filled

Posted:

Yesterday

Starting Date:

Immediately

Job Description

Job Title:

Licensed Vocational Nurse

Reports to: Health Services Coordinator/Campus Principal

Dept./

School:

Campus Assigned

Wage/Hour Status:

Nonexempt

Pay Grade:

Clerical 6/187 days

Date Revised:

02/10/2020

Primary Purpose:

Assist school nurse by assuming routine recordkeeping activities, providing minor first aid care, and conducting health screenings at campus level. Work under the immediate guidance and direction of a licensed registered nurse.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

High School diploma or GED

Valid Texas licenses issued by the Board of Vocational Nurse Examiners

Special Knowledge/Skills:

Knowledge of basic first aid and cardio pulmonary resuscitation (CPR)

Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

Proficient keyboarding and file maintenance skills

Ability to use personal computer and software to develop databases and do word processing

Ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written)

Experience:

One year experience in health-related position, including contact with school-age children

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

• Health Services
• Carry out first aid and emergency procedures for ill and injured students as directed by Health Services Coordinator.
• Administer medication to students according to board policy and district procedures; maintain accurate log of medications dispensed.
• Assist with screening activities including measuring height and weight, testing vision and hearing, and examining spinal cord and scalp.
• Escort students to and from health room and assist students with disabilities as necessary.
• Safety
• Use Universal Precautions Procedures when cleaning all body spills and providing wound care.
• Keep campus clinic clean and sanitary.
• Clerical
• Record information on student health records.
• Compile, maintain, and file all physical and computerized reports, records, and other documents required, including accurate, updated health records on all students.
• Prepare correspondence, reports, and records using personal computer or typewriter.
• Make appointments for and maintain schedule of the school nurse.
• Maintain a daily log of health office activities, including reportable accidents, communicable disease data, and referrals to school nurse.
• Maintain clinic supply inventory and request supplies as needed.
• Prepare and arrange bulletin boards, displays, models, etc.
• Compliance
• 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.
• Comply with all district and campus routines and regulations.
• Maintain confidentiality.
• Regular attendance.
• 18. Other duties as assigned

It is the responsibility of each employee that all tasks be conducted in a safe and efficient manner complying with all local, state and federal safety and health regulations, programmatic standards, and special safety concerns identified by WFISD for use in a particular area or with a student. Although most safety regulations are consistent throughout each department and program, it is the responsibility of employees to identify and familiarize themselves with the emergency plan for their working areas. Failure to follow WFISD's safety and health procedures or conduct that places the employee, student, volunteer, or property at risk may lead to employee disciplinary action or termination.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None.

Equipment Used:

Thermometer, blood pressure cuff, audiometer, otoscope, sphygmomanometer, vision screening equipment, thermoscan, basic clinic equipment, personal computer, and copier

Working Conditions:

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Maintain emotional control under stress. Exposure to biological hazards, bacteria, and communicable diseases.

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

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Applicants for all positions are considered without regard to race, color, sex, (including pregnancy), national origin, religion, age, disability, genetic information, veteran or military status, or any other legally protected status. Additionally, the district does not discriminate against an applicant who acts to oppose such discrimination or participates in the investigation of a complaint related to a discriminating employment practice.

The district Title IX Coordinator is Jennifer Spurgers, Director Human Resources, 1104 Broad St., Wichita Falls, TX 76307 940-235-1012

Questions regarding posted positions should be addressed to Human Resources 940-235-1012.

Position Type:

Full-Time

Salary:

$26,605 to $37,442 Per Year

Job Requirements

Citizenship, residency or work visa required