Substitute Nurse 2020-2021

Company: Clear Creek ISD
Location: League City
Posted on: January 8, 2021

Job Description:

• Only one (1) substitute application is required for substitute positions, and only one substitute application will be processed per applicant. Applications will remain active for one (1) school year.
• A complete substitute application will include the following:
  • Three (3) qualified references with associated email addresses (see the application for complete details)
  • Complete work history
  • Complete education information
  • All applicants are required to attend an orientation. Orientations are held monthly August-February.
  • Future communications regarding orientations will be sent via e-mail. Please be sure to check your spam folder.Primary PurposeSupport student success by promoting, protecting, improving, and maintaining student, staff, and community health while serving as a substitute nurse.QualificationsEducationNursing degree from an accredited college or universityValid registered nurse license from the Texas Board of Nurse Examiners CPR certificationSpecial Knowledge/SkillsCurrent practical working knowledge of nursing procedures and techniques relevant to childrenEffective communication and interpersonal skillsAbility to work independently to implement district policies and proceduresExperienceSchool nursing experience preferredMinimum of 2 years nursing experience requiredMajor Responsibilities and Duties
    • Provides HEALTH SERVICES by:Performing comprehensive nursing assessment on students and staff by using clinical reasoning, synthesizing comprehensive data, providing nursing care, and evaluating, reporting, and documenting patient outcomesAdministering medications and treatments according to school district policies and the RN scope of practice (BON, 15.28, TAC, Rule 217.11)Reporting any concerns related to child abuse (physical or mental) to administrators, law enforcement, and Texas Department of Family and Protective Services2. Manages the SCHOOL CLINIC by:Managing supplies and equipmentMaintaining cumulative/individual health records3. Establishes procedures for COMMUNICABLE DISEASE CONTROL by:Implementing and enforcing school district communicable disease policiesReporting communicable disease cases as required to administrators and Lead Nurses4. Provides EMERGENCY FIRST AID care by:Assessing the severity of injuries and taking appropriate actionPerforming first aid procedures effectively and efficientlyAnticipating changes in patient conditions and responding accordingly to include emergent careSubmitting school district accident reports periodically and notifying administrators and Lead Nurses5. Stay up-to-date professionally through the selection of quality staff development opportunities for personal growth.6. Research district policy, precedent, and current practices prior to taking action.7. Participate as an effective team member who contributes to district, department, and content goals.8. Demonstrate integrity and ethics.9. Display proficient levels of technology applications.10. Utilize time wisely for effective management of job responsibilities.11. Maintain punctuality in daily work times, appointments, and meetings.12. Meet task completion deadlines established by supervisor.13. Maintain friendly customer-service-driven interactions with all stakeholders, students, teachers, administrators, and co-workers.14. Work cooperatively with co-workers and supervisors to ensure that the goals of the school/department are met.15. Maintain a positive and professional tone in all communication (i.e. email, written, and verbal).16. Provide work availability one month in advance.17. Perform other related duties and accept other responsibilities as assigned.18. The RN must be prepared to seek out other RNs to include district Lead Nurses or other healthcare providers when student conditions or situations exceed the RNs level of competency or experience to ensure student safety.19. The RN monitors, coordinates, and evaluates the provision of health services necessary to meet individual student health needs essential in achieving educational objectives.Working Conditions Mental DemandsMaintain emotional control under stress Physical Demand/Environmental FactorsExposure to bacteria and communicable diseasesfrequent standing, stooping, bendingmoving medical equipment and other clinic materials

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