Location
New Braunfels, TX | United States
Job description
Primary Purpose:
To provide continuous, smooth and efficient operation of school health services during the absence of the campus clinic staff.
Qualifications: Education/Certification: Graduate from an accredited high school or GED
Must have valid current Texas RN or LVN license
Current CPR
Special Knowledge/Skills: - Skill in communication; organization; problem-solving; critical thinking; and flexibility.
- Ability to follow care plan for students; manage student behavior; make decisions quickly an independently; understand written and verbal instructions; communicate effectively; and handle stressful situations in a calm and efficient manner.
Experience: One year experience in health-related position, including contact with school-age children
Major Responsibilities and Duties: - Evaluate 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.
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: Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment including personal computer and peripherals
Posture: Prolonged sitting; occasional bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting
Motion: Repetitive hand motions including frequent keyboarding and use of mouse; occasional reaching
Lifting : Lifting; may be required to lift 50-80 pounds unassisted; may be required to lift 81-200 pounds assisted.
Environment: May work prolonged or irregular hours
; occasional districtwide travel. Potential exposure to bodily fluids and communicable diseases.
Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress
Occasional districtwide and statewide travel; frequent prolonged and irregular hours.
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