Substitute RN​/LVN; SY

Substitute RN/LVN (26-27 SY)

Lockhart Independent School District District wide - Lockhart, Texas

• Job : 5841579
• Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled
• Posted: Jul 20, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)
• Starting Date: Immediately

The Lockhart ISD Mission

The mission of Lockhart Independent School District is to cultivate innovative learners and empower bold leaders who are prepared for a future yet to be imagined.

• Having a Lockheart for People which is focused on developing one's relational capacity;
• Unlocking Potential which is centered on the development and empowerment of both the self and others;
• Being Locked on Excellence which means that every person will have a relentless pursuit for results

The primary purpose of the campus nurse is to implement the district school health program and provide direct services to meet the needs of students under the clinical supervision of the Health Services Coordinator or School Nurse (RN).

• High School diploma or GED
• Valid RN / LVN Texas license issued by the Board of Nurse Examiners
• Healthcare Provider CPR certification by American Heart Association or American Red Cross or willing to obtain
• Preferred – Certified by Texas Department of State Health Services to conduct hearing and vision screenings

• Knowledge of basic first aid and health appraisal to identify student health defects
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written)
• Ability to use personal computer and software
• Ability to implement policies and procedures

One year nursing experience

• Provide temporary and emergency care for sick and injured students according to district policy and procedures and as per nursing license (RN/LVN).
• Manage the activities/care and prescribed medical treatment of students in the absence of the regularly assigned nurse.
• Administer medications according to district policy and procedures and doctor’s standing orders.
• Maintain appropriate and timely documentation as directed by the Health Services Coordinator.
• Comply with Texas Department of State Health Services regulations and District policy.
• Assess student problems as per nursing license (RN/LVN) and make appropriate referrals working with students, teachers, parents, and medical and health care professionals as needed.
• Authorize exclusion and re-admittance of students with contagious diseases using guidelines as outlined by LISD Policy and the Texas Department of State Health Services Communicable Disease Chart.
• Notify parents of accident or illness and secure emergency medical care for students as needed.
• Work collaboratively with Health Services Coordinator and the primary nurse regularly assigned to the campus.
• Maintain complete and accurate health records for students.
• Maintain communication with the principal and supervising nurse regarding health problems and related matters.
• Participate in assessment and reporting of suspected child abuse.
• Provide health counseling and instruction to individual students.
• Present for students a positive role model that supports the mission of the school district.
• Report potential health and safety hazards to principal and Health Services Coordinator.
• Demonstrate behavior that is professional, ethical, and responsible.
• Comply with all district and campus routines and regulations.
• Maintain confidentiality.

• License from the State of Texas to practice as RN or LVN.
• Practices within the defined limits of the Texas Nurse Practice Act and the scope of practice of a RN or LVN.
• Completes mandated Continuing Education (CE) requirements to maintain nursing License.

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 (under 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.

$125 (LVN) to $150 (RN) per Day

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.

Full-Time

• Shelby Nelson
• 419 Bois D'Arc St.
• Lockhart, Texas 78644
• Phone:
• Email: sh