What are the responsibilities and job description for the Wimberley High School Health Services Specialist position at Wimberley ISD?
Job Overview:
The ideal candidate will possess strong nursing skills, health education expertise, and the ability to provide exceptional care to students. As a school nurse, you will be responsible for implementing comprehensive health services, promoting health education, and collaborating with teachers, parents, and other healthcare professionals to ensure students receive the best possible support.
Salary Information: Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience.
Job Responsibilities:
- Provide direct care utilizing professional assessment skills, the nursing process, and established school health protocols.
- Serve as a health advocate for students, notifying parents of accidents or illnesses and securing medical care when necessary.
- Coordinate the management system to administer medications to students at school, adhering to district policies and procedures.
- Develop and implement effective procedures for mandatory screening programs, making referrals as needed.
- Participate in the development of campus health education curriculum and provide health education to individuals and groups.
Requirements and Qualifications:
- 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 the Texas Department of Health to conduct vision and hearing screening
- CPR Certification
Benefits:
- Comprehensive health insurance
- Retirement plan options
- Generous paid time off
