Licensed Vocational Nurse; LVN Princeton Senior

Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) Princeton Senior High

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Job Title:

Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN)

Reports to:

School Nursing Coordinator / Campus Principal / Assigned RN

Dept./School:
Assigned Campus

Primary

Purpose:

A vocational nurse, licensed by the Texas Board of Nursing, who provides direct services to meet the needs of students (and staff) on a school campus or campuses. The school vocational nurse is responsible for implementing the district health program under the direct clinical supervision of the School Nursing Coordinator (RN or higher level practitioner) or school nurse/RN, in a way that is best suited to the population of the campus(es).

Clinical supervision by an RN, MD, Advanced Practice RN, Physician’s Assistant, dentist or podiatrist is required by the Nurse Practice Act.

Qualifications:

• Education/Certification:
  
  High School diploma or GED
• Valid Texas license (LVN) issued by the Texas Board of Nursing
• Current cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and automated external defibrillator (AED) certificates

Special Knowledge/

Skills:

• Knowledge of basic first aid
• Proficient keyboarding and file maintenance skills
• Ability to use software to develop databases and do word processing
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

Experience:

• One-year experience in a health‑related position; experience working with school‑age children

Major

Responsibilities and Duties:

• Provide direct care using school health protocols and individualized health plans (IHPs) established by the RN supervisor or medical advisor.
• Administer medication to students according to board policy and district procedures.
• Carry out mandatory screening programs, collect data, and complete required reports as directed.
• Collaborate with campus principal, school counselor, teachers, parents, food service, and other staff under the direction of the supervising RN regarding the health needs of the general population and those students with identified health conditions.
• Provide direct care utilizing school health procedures and protocols and IHPs established by the RN supervisor, and/or medical advisory.
• Contribute to and implement the IHPs as established by the RN.
• Communicate with parents regarding individual students as directed by the school nurse (RN).
• Maintain current certifications in CPR, use of the AED and state‑mandated screenings.
• Attend Admission, Review, and Dismissal Committee (ARD) meetings when the RN is unable to attend, focusing on students with identified health needs and implementing health‑related IEP items.
• Educate faculty or staff as needed on health‑related topics as planned and directed by the RN.
• Communicate regularly with the School Nursing Coordinator or assigned School Nurse/RN regarding communicable diseases, specific student health needs/concerns, campus and department issues, health and safety hazards, and all non‑routine matters.
• When directed by the RN, provide guidance to unlicensed assistive personnel on health‑related tasks.
• Maintain accurate and confidential student health records, including immunization records, medication administration records, and individual student treatment records.
• Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents required, including accurate, confidential health records on all students.
• 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; comply with all district and campus routines and regulations.
• Maintain confidentiality.
• Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Monitor the work and issue work assignments to health clinic aide and health services aide.

Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

• Tools/Equipment Used:
  Standard medical clinic equipment including 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 positioning of students with physical disabilities; controlling behavior through physical restraint, assisting non‑ambulatory students.
• Environment:
  Exposure to biological hazards, bacteria, and communicable diseases.
• Mental Demands:
  Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress.

Job Details:

Job : 5687841

Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Position Type: Full‑Time

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required