Katy Independent School District

The district functions as a healthcare employer in the educational setting rather than a traditional clinical facility, with nurses serving as the primary health care providers and managers within individual schools. The nursing role is structured around a 190-day duty calendar aligned with the academic school year, and nurses report to the Principal and Director of Health Services. The position is classified as exempt under wage/hour status at Pay Grade I00, indicating a salaried professional role within the district's compensation framework. The school nurse's primary purpose is to implement and maintain a comprehensive school health program that advocates for children's health rights and promotes optimal wellness for students, staff, and the broader community. Core responsibilities include identifying, planning, intervening, and evaluating student health concerns encompassing both physical and mental health needs as well as injuries. This is a community-focused nursing role that blends clinical assessment, health education, care coordination, and public health principles in a pediatric/adolescent population.

The employer's stated mission for nursing staff centers on advocating for the health rights of children and promoting an optimal level of wellness for students, staff, and the community. The role emphasizes comprehensive health programming, preventive care, and a holistic approach to student health including physical and mental health needs.