Position Type : Certified / Nurse
Date Posted : 6 / 17 / 2024
Location : Special Education
JOB TITLE : Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN)
DUTY DAYS : 185
PAY GRADE : LO1
SALARY SCHEDULE : Click for Salary Schedule
Primary Purpose :
Support district school health program and provide direct services to medically complex students, including tracheostomy care, enteral feedings, and other nursing services as needed for students in order to promote the optimum health of each student and to positively impact attendance and student achievement.
Qualifications :
Education / Certification :
- High school diploma or GED
- Valid Texas Vocational Nurse license issued by the Board of Vocational Nurse Examiners with copy of current license on file in the Human Resources Department.
- Current Certification for Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation and Emergency Cardiovascular Care (CPR and AED)
- Valid certification to conduct vision / hearing / spinal screening.
Special Knowledge / Skills :
Practical working knowledge of nursing procedures, techniques, and practicesStrong organizational, communication (verbal and written) and interpersonal skillsStrong computer skills and ability to quickly adapt to new software applicationsAbility to collaborate with outside medical providers to obtain physician ordersAbility to work compatible with students, parents and staffAbility to accept supervision and direction from campus principal and / or Registered NurseWillingness to attend workshops and training to acquire new skills as neededExperience :
One to two years nursing experience with medically fragile or complex children preferredNursing experience with tracheostomy / ventilator care preferredNursing experience with school-aged children preferredMAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES :
Provide direct care utilizing physician orders, school health protocols and student specific care plansCommunicate changes in student health to the parent / guardian and treating physicianAdminister prescribed medication and treatments to students, complying with the physician's orders, parental consent, and in accordance with District policies and proceduresDocument all care rendered in the electronic health record dailyIn the absence of the RN, provide emergency care for the ill and injured, using first aid procedures and obtain necessary assistance in case of serious trauma and / or illness.Advise the RN of any communicable diseases (exclusion and re-admission) so the RN can notify the health department on all reportable diseases.Provide documentation and maintain current skills for CPR / AED and Vision / Hearing / Spinal screening.Assist the RN with annual vision, hearing and spinal screening of studentsFollow universal precautions and proper handling techniques of all potentially hazardous materialsDemonstrate integrity and ethics, and maintain absolute confidentialityMaintain a positive, professional image in appearance, communication and interactionsComply with federal, state, and District policies, as well as campus routines and regulationsMaintain nursing skill and knowledge base by complying with the State of Texas Board of Nurse Examiners requirements for Nursing Continuing Professional Development in your practice areaPerform other duties and accept other responsibilities assigned by the Executive Director of Special Education, principal or RNIf needed, triage and provide direct care for students with routine medical needs utilizing school health protocols and care plans provided by the school nurse (RN)Students with tracheostomies or ventilator care :
Assess and monitor respiratory status and overall student condition regularlyPerform routine, as needed, and emergent tracheostomy care, including suctioning, cleaning, replacing, and ensuring patency of the tracheostomy tubeAssess and manage the site for signs of infection, obstruction, or other complicationsWORKING CONDITIONS : Mental Demands :
Ability to communicate effectively (verbal); maintain emotional control under stress; interpret policy, procedures, and data; coordinate district functions
Physical Demands / Environmental Factors :
Frequent prolonged and irregular hours; Repetitive hand motions; prolonged use of computer; steady phone interactions; moderate standing, walking, and bending.
