School Nurse- Holy Name Catholic School

Employment Status: Full-time

• Paid Holidays/Holy Days, 403b Retirement, 401(a) Pension Plan, Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Employee Assistance Program, Short-term/Long-term Disability.
  * Benefits may vary based on employment status and location.

The School Nurse fulfills the mission of the Catholic school by providing general organizational support within the framework of the school’s philosophy, organization, and policies. The School Nurse is responsible for implementing the assigned school health program in a way that is best suited to the school. The School Nurse has decision making responsibilities within essential job functions, in keeping with school policies.

The position is hired and evaluated by the principal.

• Supports and upholds the philosophy of Catholic education and the mission of the school
• Acts as a witness to Gospel values by modeling the teachings of the Catholic Church
• Supports and adheres to the Religious Standards of Catholic School Employees and policies and procedures of the school and Archdiocese
• Maintains confidentiality regarding school matters
• Adheres to safety training and protocols on a daily basis, and takes precautionary measures to ensure the safety and well‑being of self, others.
• Responsible for protecting the confidentiality of any information or material obtained in the service with the organization to include but not limited to client names and information, services rendered to clients, donors names and gifts, internal and external investigations or results of any investigations, and financial information.
• Adherence to the Code of Conduct and the Faith and Moral Policy is mandatory.
• Every employee is required to take a solution‑oriented approach in their interactions and undertakings, as well as being a team member that promotes collaboration and commitment to the Mission and Vision of the organization.
• Monitor and track student attendance, identifying patterns of absenteeism and chronic absenteeism that may impact student health and academic success. Collaborate with school administration, families, and community resources to address health‑related attendance concerns and promote regular school attendance.
• Coordinate and complete all state‑required student health screenings, including vision, hearing, scoliosis, and acanthosis nigricans, in accordance with Texas Department of State Health Services guidelines. Notify parents/guardians of screening results and required follow‑up when a student does not pass a screening, maintain accurate health records, and complete all required annual state reporting in a timely and compliant manner.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Provide direct care utilizing professional assessment skills, the nursing process, and established school health protocols.
• 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).
• Coordinate management system to administer medications to students inister medications according to school policy and procedures.
• Establish and implement effective procedures for mandatory screening programs.
• 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.
• Educate faculty and staff as needed on health related topics.
• Provide health counseling and instruction to individual students or classes.

• Serve as 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 assessment and reporting of suspected child abuse.
• Communicate regularly with principal, school counselor, teachers, parents, food services, and other staff regarding health.

• Review and evaluate immunization records.
• Compile, maintain, and file all physical and computerized reports, records, and other documents required,…