Licensed Vocational Nurse - Special Education - School Year 2026-2027

Spring Branch Independent School District

Job Title: Licensed Vocational Nurse
- Special Education

Reports To: Building Principal/Director of Special Education or Head Nurse

Classification: Paraprofessional (Clerical/Teacher Assistant)

Wage/Hour Status: Non-exempt

Days: 195

Salary: See Compensation Plan for Paraprofessional/Administrative Support Staff, Pay Grade 208

Contract: None

Date Revised: 7/9/2026

Primary

Purpose:

Responsible for the implementation of individual student health plans which is designed to serve the learner through the delivery of preventive care, provision of health education and the promotion of a healthful school environment. Responsible for accurate record keeping.

• Graduate of an accredited professional L.V.N. nursing education program.
• Hold or pursue certification in basic first aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation.

• Knowledge of health appraisal to identify student health defects.
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to implement policies and procedures.
• Ability to use the computer.
• Ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written).
• Ability to physically transfer students with limited mobility.

• Experience in community health or school nursing.
• One year experience in a health‑related position preferred, including contact with school‑age students.

• Work under the direct and indirect guidance and direction of a licensed registered nurse.
• Provide direct care utilizing professional assessment skills, the nursing process and established school health protocols to student(s) according to district policy.
• Carry out specialized health care procedures as trained and directed by school nurse.
• Serve as health advocate for students. Notify the campus school nurse of accident or illness.
• Secure medical care for students in emergency cases (if parents or emergency contact cannot be reached). Administer medications to student(s) inister medications according to district policy and procedures.
• Assist the RN in the preparation of health management plans, implement health plans, and provide clinical case management for students who are medically fragile and/or have specialized health care needs. Assist with personal care needs of students as required (e.g., toileting, feeding) as directed by the school nurse or certified teacher.
• Assist with screening activities including weight/height, testing vision/hearing, scoliosis, lice screening and Type II Diabetes screening (Acanthosis Nigricans).
• Use Universal Precautions procedures when cleaning all body spills and providing wound care. SHARS recording/billing and medical record keeping.
• Comply with policies established by federal and state laws, state and local public health rules, and board policy in health services area.
• Maintain confidentiality and follow HIPPA guidelines.

• Educate faculty and staff as needed on health‑related topics.
• Provide health counseling and instruction to individual students.
• Assist the school nurse in developing a health management plan and provide clinical case management for students who are medically fragile and/or have specialized health care needs.
• Possess knowledge, skills and abilities to assist classroom staff in integrating specialized health care services in an instructional setting.

• Serve as a primary member of the school crisis intervention team.
• Assist in assessing student problems and make appropriate referrals working with students, teachers, parents, and medical and health care professionals as needed.
• Participate in Admission, Review, and Dismissal Committee, crisis team, and school committees and develop Individual Health Plan when requested by the campus Nurse or campus administration.
• Collaborate with other professionals regarding implementation of health‑related Individual Education Plan (IEP) items.
• Participate in assessment and reporting of suspected child abuse.
• Make home visits to help with student health problems as necessary with permission of principal.
• Communicate regularly with principal, health services…