School Nurse- Holy Name Catholic School

About the role

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.

Responsibilities

• 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
• Monitors and tracks student attendance, identifying patterns of absenteeism and chronic absenteeism that may impact student health and academic success
• Collaborates with school administration, families, and community resources to address health-related attendance concerns and promote regular school attendance
• Coordinates and completes all state-required student health screenings, including vision, hearing, scoliosis, and acanthosis nigricans, in accordance with Texas Department of State Health Services guidelines
• Notifies parents/guardians of screening results and required follow-up when a student does not pass a screening, maintains accurate health records, and completes all required annual state reporting in a timely and compliant manner

Nursing Services

Provides direct care utilizing professional assessment skills, the nursing process, and established school health protocols. Serves as health advocate for students. Notifies parents of accident or illness and secures medical care for students in emergency cases (if parents or emergency contact cannot be reached). Coordinates management system to administer medications to students at school. Administers medications according to school policy and procedures.

Instruction

Participates in development of campus health education curriculum and provides health education to individuals and groups. Educates faculty and staff as needed on health-related topics. Provides health counseling and instruction to individual students or classes.

Consultation

Serves as health liaison between school, physicians, parents, and community. Assesses student problems and makes appropriate referrals working with students, teachers, parents, and medical and health care professionals as needed. Participates in assessment and reporting of suspected child abuse. Communicates regularly with principal, school counselor, teachers, parents, food services, and other staff regarding health.

Administration

Reviews and evaluates immunization records. Compiles, maintains, and files all physical and computerized reports, records, and other documents required, including clinic records and accurate, updated health records on all students. Requisitions supplies and equipment needed to maintain clinic inventory. Complies with policies established by federal and state laws, Texas Department of Health rules, and school policy in health services area. Reports potential health and safety hazards to principal.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required
• Registered Nurse, RN, licensed to practice in the state of Texas OR Licensed Vocational Nurse, LVN, in the state of Texas is under the clinical supervision of a School Nurse Consultant
• Two years nursing experience, preferably in community
• Reliable transportation
• Valid driver license
• Valid vehicle insurance
• Ability to obtain Certification for CPR/AED, a state vision, hearing, spinal, and acanthosis nigricans screener
• Must pass archdiocesan Safe Environment Requirements and background screening
• Must pass Texas DPS Fingerprint-based Applicant Clearinghouse screening

Qualifications

Minimum of two years nursing experience, preferably in community. Knowledge of health appraisal to identify student health defects. Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills. Ability to implement policies and procedures. Must be detail oriented, organized, self-motivated, work well independently and on a team. Must have good written and verbal skills. Must have good critical thinking and problem-solving skills.

Benefits

Full-time Benefits may include: 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.