CGE - Nurse LVN (1

Livingston Independent School District Cedar Grove Elementary
- Livingston, Texas Open in Google Maps

Livingston Independent School District Cedar Grove Elementary
- Livingston, Texas Open in Google Maps

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Job : 5885733
Final date to receive applications: Aug 31, 2026 5:00 PM (Central Standard Time)
Posted: Aug 13, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Title: School Nurse - LVN Exemption Status/Test: Non-Exempt

Reports to: Principal Date Revised: 09/25/2023

Dept./School: Assigned Campus

Provide direct health services to students and staff as delegated by RN Supervisor or Nursing Coordinator; promote preventive health practices for students

Education/Certification:

Graduate of an accredited vocational nursing education program

Valid LVN license to practice vocational nursing in the state of Texas

Current CPR certification

Certification by Texas Department of Health to conduct vision, hearing and spinal screening

Current automatic external defibrillator (AED) and cardio pulmonary 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:

Two years nursing experience

• Provide temporary and emergency care for sick and injured students or staff according to district policy and procedures
• Serve as health advocate for students
• Notify parents of accident or illness and secure medical care for students in emergency cases (if parents or emergency contact cannot be reached)
• Administer medications according to district policy and procedures
• Perform screening procedures as required by the Texas Department of Health, Texas Education Agency, and district policy; make appropriate referrals as necessary
• Participate in the promotion of preventive health practices as directed by RN Supervisor or Coordinator
• Provide health counseling and instruction on an individual basis
• Serve as health liaison between school physicians, parents, and community
• Assess student problems and make appropriate referrals working with students, teachers, parents, and the medical and health care community as needed
• Participate in the Admission, Review, and Dismissal Committee, crisis team, child abuse situations, and school committees
• Make home visits concerning health problems as necessary with permission of principal
• Communicate regularly with principal and lead nurse regarding health services issues
• Review, evaluate and update immunization records on an on-going basis
• Maintain AED equipment at campus/building
• Document nursing interventions using accepted abbreviations and following district protocol for appropriate record keeping
• Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents required by the state and the district
• Requisition supplies and equipment needed to maintain clinic inventory
• Comply with policies established by federal and state law, Texas Department of Health rule, State Board of Education rule, and board policy in the area of health services
• Report potential health and safety hazards to principal
• Maintain current certifications in CPR, vision and hearing screening and spinal screening
• Demonstrate behavior that is professional, ethical, and responsible
• Comply with district policies, as well as state and federal laws and regulations
• Adhere to the district’s safety policies and procedures
• Maintain confidentiality in the conduct of district business
• Must be able to perform the essential functions of walking and interacting with students and/or district employees in the specific work site assigned (classroom or office setting)
• Demonstrate regular and prompt attendance
• Other duties as assigned

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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

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $26,838 to $41,798 Per Year