• Job Description

  Req#: 5319
  Position Type:
  School Nurse/ Registered Nurse
  
  
  Date Posted:
  5/7/2025
  
  
  Location:
  Early Childhood
  
  
  Graduate of an accredited professional nursing education program
  Associate Degree in Nursing
  Valid Registered Nurse License to practice professional nursing in Texas from the State Board of Nurse Examiners
  Minimum of three years nursing experience in community health, hospital environment, physician’s office, or school health
  Current Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR/AED) Certification
  Valid Texas Driver’s License with driving record that meets the requirements of the District
  Pediatric/adolescent experience preferred
  Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing from a four year college or university preferred
  Certified by Texas Department of Health to conduct vision, hearing, and scoliosis screening
  Assesses Head Start student health status; identifies acute, chronic and emergency needs and notifies parents/guardians of accident or illness; and makes appropriate referrals utilizing knowledge base and strategies applicable to the preschool aged child. Performs vision, hearing, dental, blood pressure, height, weight and BMI screenings for Head Start students within 45 days of their enrollment. Enters all Head Start student screening data in the ChildPlus database.
  Assists Head Start staff in obtaining physical exam, lab results, dental exam and follow up documentation for each Head Start student.
  Monitors and provides direct services and care to students maintaining accountability for all care and services provided. Administers medications to students according to district guidelines, as needed.
  Documents thoroughly all nursing assessments and care provided and maintains complete and confidential Student Health Records.
  Identifies and implements appropriate interventions to address physical and emotional health needs of Head Start students. Responds to students in crisis and provides appropriate counseling, care and referrals.
  Provides and evaluates outcomes of direct and skilled nursing care services and procedures for medically fragile students, integrating the medically fragile student safely into the school setting.
  Encourages students to adopt healthy lifestyles and self-responsibility by promoting wellness through student and parent education. Contacts parents regarding issues identified during screenings.
  Provides consultation to school administrators in crisis/emergency situations. Reports potential health and safety hazards to the campus principal, Head Start Director, and nursing supervisor.
  Collaborates with Head Start staff regarding communicable diseases, infection control, health and safety matters and implementation of health-related plans on Individualized Health Plans (IHPs).
  Responsible for the care and well-being of Head Start students and others with bloodborne pathogens and for the establishment of universal precautions and confidentiality guidelines.
  Provides direct instruction to students in health related content areas using curriculum resources such as, “Beary.”. Communicates with parents about health issues through lessons and monthly newsletters.
  Develops and provides in-service for Head Start staff on health related matters, i.e. Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), hepatitis, seizures, bloodborne pathogens, child abuse, diabetes care and use of the automated external defibrillator (AED) as needed. Ensures that all Head Start staff complete annual screening forms and that new staff receive a physical examination from a physician.
  Provides anti-victimization instruction for the young child, acting as a resource for child abuse/neglect identification and prevention.
  Serves as a health advocate for students. Assists parents in finding a medical/dental home.
  Reviews, evaluates and maintains Head Start student immunization records and follows district guidelines and state laws. Enters Head Start student immunization records into the ChildPlus database.
  Establish and implement effective procedures for mandatory health screening programs and make referrals as necessary.
  Develops and implements individualized health care plans for medically fragile students and as needed for other students with special health concerns.
  Develops and implements emergency health plans on identified students. Communicates regularly with principal, student health services coordinator, school counselor, teachers, parents, food services and other staff retarding health service issues.
  Accountable for all Head Start assessments, judgments and referrals in the health of students including child abuse and mental health areas.
  Oversees and monitors all Head Start student health records and delivery of school health programs on campus as mandated by State Law and District Policy maintaining confidentiality in all written records and verbal interactions with parents, students, faculty and staff.
  Provides health care and consultation to Head Start employees in collaboration with the Departments of Risk Management and Safe and Healthy Schools.
  Maintains adequate inventory of medical supplies, equipment to provide efficient assessments and prompt effective management of Head Start students, faculty/staff and visitor illnesses or injuries.
  Serves as community liaison and resource to parents and community in the development of community and school linked services (i.e. health fairs, resources for parents and students to access needed health care) and resources for students.
  Participates in professional development and other activities as directed by the Coordinator of Student Health Services, Head Start Program Manager and as mandated by the Texas Nursing Practice Act to maintain professional nursing skills and knowledge.
  Endeavors to assure that the Head Start program is in compliance with all Head Start health related regulations. Communicates changes in Head Start health standards to campus nurses, Health Services Coordinator, and Head Start staff.
  Reports to work every day.
  Comply with all district routines and regulations. Models behavior that is professional, ethical and responsible.
  Performs other duties as may be assigned.
  Knowledge of first aid skills and safe medication administration
  Knowledge of health appraisal to identify student health defects
  Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
  Ability to implement policies and procedures
  Possess the ability to maintain composure and make accurate decisions quickly under emergency situations
  Possess the ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously with constant interruptions
  Ability to use personal computer and utilization of various software programs
  Ability to work well with school age children
  Ability to read, analyzes, and interpret the most complex document
  Ability to respond effectively to the most sensitive inquiries of complaint
  Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and
  Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions to practical situations.
  Ability to apply principles of logical or scientific thinking to a wide range of intellectual and practical problems
  Ability to deal with nonverbal symbolism (formulas, scientific equations, graphs, musical notes, etc.) in its most difficult phases
  Ability to deal with a variety of abstract and concrete variables
  Job Title: Head Start Nurse (Registered Nurse (RN) Wage/Hour Status: Exempt
  Reports to: Head Start Director /Coord. Health Services Pay Grade: Teacher Salary Schedule
  Dept./School: Early Childhood Length of Contract: 187 days
  Date Revised: May, 2025
  
  
  
  
  Primary Purpose:
  Responsible for the implementation and management of the student health services for the Head Start program. Assesses and intervenes to manage acute, chronic and emergency health care needs of students and staff. Provides direct instruction and assists Head Start classroom teachers in health related content areas as required by Head Start Standards. Provides related services and specialized nursing care to students. Provides specialized training for Head Start staff regarding student-specific health needs. Conducts State and District mandated health screenings for Head Start students and makes appropriate referrals and follow-up. Articulates mission of health services to faculty, staff, parents, administrators and community at large. Serves as liaison and resource to parents and community in developing school-linked services and resources for students.
  Qualifications:
  Education/Certification:
  • Graduate of an accredited professional nursing education program
  • Associate Degree in Nursing
  • Valid Registered Nurse License to practice professional nursing in Texas from the State Board of Nurse Examiners
  • Minimum of three years nursing experience in community health, hospital environment, physician’s office, or school health
  • Current Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR/AED) Certification
  • Valid Texas Driver’s License with driving record that meets the requirements of the District
  
  Preferred:
  • Pediatric/adolescent experience preferred
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing from a four year college or university preferred
  • Certified by Texas Department of Health to conduct vision, hearing, and scoliosis screening
  
  Major Responsibilities and Duties:
  1. Assesses Head Start student health status; identifies acute, chronic and emergency needs and notifies parents/guardians of accident or illness; and makes appropriate referrals utilizing knowledge base and strategies applicable to the preschool aged child. Performs vision, hearing, dental, blood pressure, height, weight and BMI screenings for Head Start students within 45 days of their enrollment. Enters all Head Start student screening data in the ChildPlus database.
  2. Assists Head Start staff in obtaining physical exam, lab results, dental exam and follow up documentation for each Head Start student.
  3. Monitors and provides direct services and care to students maintaining accountability for all care and services provided. Administers medications to students according to district guidelines, as needed.
  4. Documents thoroughly all nursing assessments and care provided and maintains complete and confidential Student Health Records.
  5. Identifies and implements appropriate interventions to address physical and emotional health needs of Head Start students. Responds to students in crisis and provides appropriate counseling, care and referrals.
  6. Provides and evaluates outcomes of direct and skilled nursing care services and procedures for medically fragile students, integrating the medically fragile student safely into the school setting.
  7. Encourages students to adopt healthy lifestyles and self-responsibility by promoting wellness through student and parent education. Contacts parents regarding issues identified during screenings.
  8. Provides consultation to school administrators in crisis/emergency situations. Reports potential health and safety hazards to the campus principal, Head Start Director, and nursing supervisor.
  9. Collaborates with Head Start staff regarding communicable diseases, infection control, health and safety matters and implementation of health-related plans on Individualized Health Plans (IHPs).
  10. Responsible for the care and well-being of Head Start students and others with bloodborne pathogens and for the establishment of universal precautions and confidentiality guidelines.
  11. Provides direct instruction to students in health related content areas using curriculum resources such as, “Beary.”. Communicates with parents about health issues through lessons and monthly newsletters.
  12. Develops and provides in-service for Head Start staff on health related matters, i.e. Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), hepatitis, seizures, bloodborne pathogens, child abuse, diabetes care and use of the automated external defibrillator (AED) as needed. Ensures that all Head Start staff complete annual screening forms and that new staff receive a physical examination from a physician.
  13. Provides anti-victimization instruction for the young child, acting as a resource for child abuse/neglect identification and prevention.
  14. Serves as a health advocate for students. Assists parents in finding a medical/dental home.
  15. Reviews, evaluates and maintains Head Start student immunization records and follows district guidelines and state laws. Enters Head Start student immunization records into the ChildPlus database.
  16. Establish and implement effective procedures for mandatory health screening programs and make referrals as necessary.
  17. Develops and implements individualized health care plans for medically fragile students and as needed for other students with special health concerns.
  18. Develops and implements emergency health plans on identified students. Communicates regularly with principal, student health services coordinator, school counselor, teachers, parents, food services and other staff retarding health service issues.
  19. Accountable for all Head Start assessments, judgments and referrals in the health of students including child abuse and mental health areas.
  20. Oversees and monitors all Head Start student health records and delivery of school health programs on campus as mandated by State Law and District Policy maintaining confidentiality in all written records and verbal interactions with parents, students, faculty and staff.
  21. Provides health care and consultation to Head Start employees in collaboration with the Departments of Risk Management and Safe and Healthy Schools.
  22. Maintains adequate inventory of medical supplies, equipment to provide efficient assessments and prompt effective management of Head Start students, faculty/staff and visitor illnesses or injuries.
  23. Serves as community liaison and resource to parents and community in the development of community and school linked services (i.e. health fairs, resources for parents and students to access needed health care) and resources for students.
  24. Participates in professional development and other activities as directed by the Coordinator of Student Health Services, Head Start Program Manager and as mandated by the Texas Nursing Practice Act to maintain professional nursing skills and knowledge.
  25. Endeavors to assure that the Head Start program is in compliance with all Head Start health related regulations. Communicates changes in Head Start health standards to campus nurses, Health Services Coordinator, and Head Start staff.
  26. Reports to work every day.
  27. Comply with all district routines and regulations. Models behavior that is professional, ethical and responsible.
  28. Performs other duties as may be assigned.
  Working Environment:
  While performing these duties, the employee is required to demonstrate an above-average degree of concentration, communication (verbal and written), interpretative skills, understanding verbal instructions, analyzing, differentiating, reading, coordinating, compiling, instructing, emotional control, confidentiality, creativity in organizations, critical thinking skills and self-direction. Average skills are required in memorizing and computing.
  
  The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential duties of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to outside weather conditions and risk of electrical shock. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Maintain emotional control under stress. Exposure to bacteria and communicable diseases.
  
  Physical:
  While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, and taste or smell. The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. The employee must be able to run at least 20 yards or more in order to respond to an emergency. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. The employee is occasionally required to drive personal vehicle in the performance of assigned tasks. The employee is involved in the lifting and transferring of students.
  
  Mental:
  While performing these duties, the employee is required to demonstrate an above average degree of concentration, communication (verbal and written), interpretative skills, understanding, verbal instructions, analyzing, differentiating, reading, coordinating, compiling, instructing, emotional control, confidentiality, creativity in organization, critical thinking skills and self-direction. Average skills are required in memorizing and computing.
  
  Other Responsibilities and Duties:
  
  Special Knowledge/Skills:
  • Knowledge of first aid skills and safe medication administration
  • Knowledge of health appraisal to identify student health defects
  • Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to implement policies and procedures
  • Possess the ability to maintain composure and make accurate decisions quickly under emergency situations
  • Possess the ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously with constant interruptions
  • Ability to use personal computer and utilization of various software programs
  • Ability to work well with school age children
  
  Language Skills:
  • Ability to read, analyzes, and interpret the most complex document
  • Ability to respond effectively to the most sensitive inquiries of complaint
  
  Mathematical Skills:
  • Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and
  fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry
  • Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions to practical situations.
  
  Reasoning Skills:
  • Ability to apply principles of logical or scientific thinking to a wide range of intellectual and practical problems
  • Ability to deal with nonverbal symbolism (formulas, scientific equations, graphs, musical notes, etc.) in its most difficult phases
  • Ability to deal with a variety of abstract and concrete variables
  
  Computer Skills:
  To perform this job successfully an individual must possess above average proficiency in the use of a computer and possess above average knowledge and ability to use and/or learn to use Database, Internet, Spreadsheet and Word Processing software. Average skills are required in the use of Design and Project Management software.
  
  Equipment Used:
  Computer, Printer, Copier, Telephone, Facsimile Machine, Sphygmomanometer, Otoscope, Peak Flow Meter, Nebulizer, Oxygen, Suction Machine, Gastric Feeding Tube, Feeding Pump, Insulin Pump, Pulse Oximeter, Glucometer, Sloan Eye Chart, Stethoscope, Electronic and Tympanic Thermometers, Pen Light, Audiometer, Eye Wash, Scales, Scoliometer, Stadiometer, Hoyer Lift, Wheelchair, Automated External Defibrillator, CPR Microshield, Epi-Pen, Vagal Nerve Stimulator, Ambu Bag, Two-way Radio, Personal Vehicle
  
  
  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.
  
  Approved by Date
  
  Reviewed by Date
  
  
  

• About the company

  Lubbock Independent School District was established in 1907.

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