Job Description:

Job Title: Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN)* Exemption Status/Test: NonexemptReports to: Health Services Coordinator/Campus Principal Dept./School: District Primary Purpose:To provide continuous, smooth and efficient operation of school health services during the absence of the campus clinic staff.Qualifications:Education/CertificationHigh School diploma or GEDValid Texas license (LVN) issued by the Board of Vocational Nurse ExaminersCurrent cardio pulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and automated external defibrillator (AED) certificatesSpecial Knowledge/Skills:Knowledge of basic first aidProficient keyboarding and file maintenance skillsAbility to use software to develop databases and do word processingAbility to write routine reports and correspondenceStrong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skillsExperience:One year experience in health-related position; experience working with school-age childrenMajor Responsibilities and Duties:Nursing ServicesEvaluate ill and injured children and communicate with parents as needed.Administer First Aide, CPR, or AED as needed.Administer medication as prescribed and in compliance with State law and District policy.Follow students' medical protocol.Comply with all Nursing Practice Act regulations.Manage student behavior.Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.Demonstrate regular and prompt attendance to ensure a consistent focus on student learning.Perform other duties as assigned.ClericalMaintain accurate and confidential student health records, including immunization records, medication administration records, and individual student treatment records.Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents required, including accurate, confidential health records on all students.ComplianceComply 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.Supervisory Responsibilities:Monitor the work and issue work assignments to health clinic aide and health services aide.Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:Tools/Equipment Used: Standard medical clinic equipment including automated external defibrillator (AED); special needs adaptive equipment; standard office equipment including computer and peripheralsPosture: Frequent standing, sitting, kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing pulling, and twistingMotion: Frequent walking, grasping/squeezing, wrist flexion/extensionLifting: 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 non-ambulatory students Environment: Exposure to biological hazards, bacteria, and communicable diseasesMental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress*Adapted from Recommended School Health Staff Roles published by the Texas Department of Health School Health Advisory Committee, January 14, 2013.