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Job Description
Job Type Sub Title Location District Wide Job Title Substitute - Other Contact Name Rebecca Smith Contact Phone 2816850883 Contact Email rsmith@cocisd.org Number of Openings (only type in the number) 1 Pay Months FTE (must be only numbers between 0.01 and 100) Salary $100/day non-degreed, $120/day - degreed Salary Rate Salary Information Full-time/Part-time Part-time Length of Year Location Address 14210 TX- 150 Location City Coldspring Location State Texas Location Zip 77331
Knowledge of 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 medical experience; experience with children preferred.
Job Description Primary Purpose:
Assist District nurse (RN) by assuming routine recordkeeping activities, providing first aid care, and conducting health screenings at campus level. Work under the guidance and direction of a licensed registered nurse. Health Services 1. Provide first aid and care for minor injuries and illness according to protocols established by the District nurse (RN) or medical advisor. 2. Administer medication to students according to board policy and District procedures; maintain accurate log of medications dispensed. 3. Take vital signs (temperature, pulse, respiration rate, and blood pressure). Communicate findings to supervising school health staff for direction. 4. Assist with screening activities including measuring height and weight, testing vision and hearing, and examining spinal cord and scalp. 5. Assist students with disabilities as necessary. 6. Contact parents of students who need to be picked up from school according to established school health services protocols or as directed by the District nurse (RN). 7. Contact EMS according to established school health services protocols or as directed by the District nurse (RN). Safety 8. Use Universal Precautions Procedures when cleaning all body spills and providing wound care. 9. Keep health clinic clean and sanitary. Clerical 10. Record information on student health records. 11. Send out routine notices to parents. 12. Compile, maintain, and file all physical and computerized reports, records, and other documents required, including accurate, updated health records on all students. 13. Prepare correspondence, reports, and records using personal computer. 14. Make appointments for and maintain schedule of the District nurse (RN). 15. Maintain a daily log of health office activities, including reportable accidents, communicable disease data, and referrals to District nurse (RN). 16. Maintain clinic supply inventory and request supplies as needed. 17. Prepare and arrange bulletin boards, displays, models, etc. Compliance 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. Comply with all District and campus protocols, routines and regulations. 20. Maintain confidentiality. 21. Regular attendance in accordance with COCISD policy.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
None.
Equipment Used :
Thermometer, blood pressure cuff, audiometer, otoscope, sphygmomanometer, vision and hearing screening equipment, thermoscan, basic clinic equipment, personal computer, and copier.
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. Regular attendance in accordance with District Policy is required and expected.
Note :
This is not necessarily an exhaustive or all-inclusive list of responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, efforts, functions or working conditions associated with the job. This job description is not a contract of employment or a promise or guarantee of any specific terms or conditions of employment. The school district may add to, modify or delete any aspect of this job (or the position itself) at any time it deems advisable. Deadline Posted Date 06/01/2026 Open Date Close Date
