26-27 PHE Registered Nurse

26-27 PHE Registered Nurse Hewitt, TX Job Details Full-time $53,764 - $77,368 a year 1 day ago Benefits Vision insurance Qualifications Nursing policy compliance Public health program planning CPR Certification Nursing Clinical program implementation Healthcare staff management RN License BLS Certification Filing Patient advocacy CPR Mid-level State healthcare regulations Preventive health (patient care) RN experience Supervising experience Medical records Team management Home health Medication management School policy and procedure enforcement Training Equipment inventory management Managing patient records Referral coordination Individual counseling Patient emergency assistance Communication skills Health education and counseling Home visits (communication methods) Nursing Hearing assessments

Full Job Description Job Title:

Nurse - RN Reports to: Principal Dept./

School:

Campus Assigned Exemption Status:

Exempt / 187

Days Date Revised:

3/4/2025 Salary calculations will be commensurate with job experience.

Primary Purpose:

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

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

Graduate of an accredited professional nursing education program Valid registered nurse license 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/Abilities:

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:

Nursing Services 1. Provide temporary and emergency care for sick and injured students or staff according to district policy and procedures. 2. Serve as health advocate for students. 3. Notify parents of accident or illness and secure medical care for students in emergency cases (if parents or emergency contact cannot be reached). 4. Coordinate management system to administer medications to students at school. Administer medications according to district policy and procedures. 5. Perform screening procedures as required by Texas Department of Health, Texas Educational Agency, and district policy. Make referrals as necessary. 6. Develop and coordinate continuing evaluation of campus health program and make changes based on findings. Instruction 7. Participate in development of campus health education curriculum and provide health education to individuals and groups. 8. Provide health counseling and instruction to individual students. Consultation 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. 12. Participate in assessment and reporting of suspected child abuse. 13. Make home visits to help with student health problems as necessary with permission of the principal. 14. Communicate regularly with principal and health services coordinator regarding health services issues. Administration 15. Review and evaluate immunization records. 16. Enforce procedures to ensure proper program administration according to district policy. 17. Supervise and train nurse aide(s) in clinic procedures and responsibilities according to district policy. 18. Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents required, including clinic records and accurate, updated health records on all students. 19. Requisition supplies and equipment needed to maintain clinic inventory. 20. 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. 21. Report potential health and safety hazards to principal. 22. Comply with all district and campus routines and regulations. Professional Development 23. Maintain certification in CPR, vision and hearing screening, and as a health screener. 24. Model behavior that is professional, ethical, and responsible.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Direct the work of assigned nurse aide(s).

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Tools/Equipment Used:

Personal computer and peripherals; standard instructional equipment.

PE teachers:

automated external defibrillator (AED)

Posture:

Prolonged standing; frequent kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting

Motion:

Repetitive hand motions, frequent keyboarding and use of mouse; occasional reaching

Lifting:

Regular light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds)

Environment:

May work prolonged or irregular hours; occasional districtwide and statewide travel

Mental Demands:

Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress This document describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required. Midway Independent School District does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, military status or on any other basis prohibited by law. Employment decisions will be made on the basis of each applicant's job qualifications, experience, and abilities. The Title IX Coordinator for Midway ISD is the Assistant Superintendent for Human Resources, 13885 Woodway Drive, Woodway, Texas 76712. Contact phone number is 254-761-5610.