School Nurse

1 School Nurse (RN) Job Description

Job Title: School Nurse (RN) FSLA: Exempt

Reports to: Campus Principal Pay Grade: Teacher Scale

Dept. /School: Assigned Campus Calendar Days: 187

Contract: Probationary/Term Revised: 5.9.2025 The School Nurse (RN) implements the district's health services program to effectively meet the needs of the student population on the assigned campus, providing health services and promoting health and safety education, along with preventive health practices for students. Education/Certification

• Graduate of an accredited professional nursing education program
• Valid registered nurse license (RN) from the Texas Board of Nursing or from a state participating in the Nursing Licensure Compact (NLC)
• Current automatic external defibrillator (AED) and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) certificates

Special Knowledge/Skills

• Knowledge of health appraisal to identify student health defects
• Ability to implement policies and procedures
• Knowledge of basic first aid
• Proficient keyboarding and file maintenance skills
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

Experience

• Minimum one-year successful nursing experience Nursing Services
  1. Provide direct care using professional assessment skills, the nursing process, individualized healthcare plans (IHPs), and established school health protocols Provide health counseling and instruction to individual students
  2. Assess student problems, communicate with parents regarding individual students, and ensure appropriate referrals and follow up as needed Serve as a liaison between school personnel, the family, healthcare professionals, and the community
  3. Notify parents of accident or illness Secure emergency medical care for students as needed
  4. Develop and implement individualized healthcare plans (IHPs) and evaluate outcomes of skilled and direct nursing care and procedures for medically fragile students to ensure safe integration of the student into the school environment
  5. Serve as health advocate for students
  6. Ensure that medications are administered to students according to district policy and procedures Primary Purpose Major Responsibilities and Duties Qualifications 2 School Nurse (RN) Job Description
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     7. Establish and implement effective procedures for carrying out mandatory screening programs

     8. May make home visits to help with student health problems as necessary Instruction

     9. Participate in development of campus health education curriculum, educate faculty and staff through in-service programs on health-related topics, and provide health education to individuals and groups including to parents and the local community regarding health issues Consultation

     10. Collaborate closely with campus principal and other staff and provide leadership to ensure a healthy school environment Work to meet the health needs of the general school population and those students with identified health conditions

     11. Participate in Admission, Review, and Dismissal Committee (ARD) meetings of students with identified health needs and develop Individual Health Plans (IHPs) Work with district personnel regarding implementation of IEP goals and services

     12. Advise campus administration in crisis or emergency situations and participate in assessment and reporting of suspected child abuse Administration

     13. Work with program director of health services to develop and coordinate continuing evaluation of campus health program and make changes based on findings Develop and recommend campus policies and procedures to promote the health and wellness of students and staff

     14. Supervise the control of communicable diseases and report diseases to the Harris County Health Department and supervise the reporting of animal bites to the Animal Control Division of the police department according to state and local health regulations and school district policies

     15. Complete Accident Report Forms when required; assist with student accident insurance claims

     16. Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents required, including clinic records and accurate and confidential student health records such as immunization records, medication administration records, individual student treatment records, and IHPs

     17. Requisition supplies and equipment needed to maintain clinic inventory

     18. Comply with policies established by federal and state laws, Texas Department of Health rule, State Board of Education rule, board policy, and district and campus routines and regulations

     19. Report potential health and safety hazards to principal Professional Growth and Development

     20. Maintain professional nursing skills and knowledge as required by the Texas Nurse Practice Act and the Texas Board of Nursing

     21. Attend educational programs, seminars, workshops and other professional growth activities to maintain and update professional knowledge, expertise, and clinical skills Other

     22. Perform other duties as may be assigned by the principal and the Superintendent of Schools 3 School Nurse (RN) Job Description

     23. Transport students from school for medical reasons according to district policy Clinic Aide, if assigned The evaluation of the School Nurse (RN) is a responsibility resting with the Campus Principal. An evaluation shall be completed in writing at least once during the course of each school year. Tools/Equipment Used: Standard medical clinic equipment including automated external defibrillator (AED); special needs adaptive equipment; standard office equipment including computer and peripherals Posture: Frequent standing, sitting, kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing pulling, and twisting Motion: Frequent walking, grasping/squeezing, wrist flexion/extension Lifting: Frequent light lifting and carrying (less than 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 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. Work Environment Supervisory Responsibilities Evaluation