Summer Programs - Breakthrough Nurse

Summer Programs - Breakthrough Nurse

Manor Independent School District New Tech Middle School - Manor, Texas

Job : 5748048
Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled
Posted: May 29, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Primary

Purpose:

Implement a comprehensive program of health services for campus. Provide health services to students. Promote health education.

Education/Certification:

• In District Only - Must be a current Manor ISD employee to be eligible to apply
• Graduate of an accredited professional nursing education program
• Valid registered nurse license to practice professional nursing in Texas from the State Board of Nurse Examiners
• Certified by Texas Department of Health to conduct vision and hearing screening, CPR Certification

Special Knowledge/

Skills:

• Knowledge of health appraisal to identify student health defects
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to implement policies and procedures

Experience: Two years nursing experience, preferably in community health

Essential Job Functions:

• Provide temporary and emergency care for sick and injured students or staff according to district policy and procedures.
• Serve as a 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).
• Coordinate management system to administer medications to students at school.
• Administer medications according to district policy and procedures.
• Perform screening procedures as required by Texas Department of Health, Texas Educational Agency, and district policy. Make referrals as necessary.
• Develop and coordinate continuing evaluation of campus health program and make changes based on findings.
• Participate in development of campus health education curriculum and provide health education to individuals and groups.
• Provide health counseling and instruction to individual students.
• Serve as a health liaison between school, physicians, parents, and community.
• Assess 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.
• Participate in assessment and reporting of suspected child abuse.
• Make home visits to help with student health problems as necessary with permission of the principal.
• Communicate regularly with the principal and health services coordinator regarding health services issues.
• Review and evaluate immunization records.
• Enforce procedures to ensure proper program administration according to district policy.
• Supervise and train nurse aide(s) in clinic procedures and responsibilities according to district policy.
• Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents required, including clinic records and accurate, updated health records on all students.
• Requisition supplies and equipment needed to maintain clinic inventory.
• Comply with policies established by federal and state laws, Texas Department of Health rule, State Board of Education rule, and board policy in the health services area.
• Report potential health and safety hazards to the principal.
• Comply with all district and campus routines and regulations.
• Maintain certification in CPR, vision and hearing screening, and as a health screener.
• Model behavior that is professional, ethical, and responsible.
• Collaborate with campus principals, school counselors, teachers, parents, food service, and other staff regarding the health needs of the general population and those students with identified health conditions.
• Collaborate with other professionals regarding implementation of health related Individual Education Plan (IEP) items.
• Maintain confidentiality.
• Attend all department or team meetings.
• Meet with faculty/staff as needed to educate on health related topics.
• Dependable performance requires reliable and dependable attendance.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor or other administrator that are consistent with the general requirements and qualifications for the position.
• Supervisory…