School Nurse (4 day school week)

Elkhart independent school district

• Job Posting
• Posting Date: 10/20/2026
• Position Title: School Nurse Location: Elementary, Intermediate, and Middle School
• Beginning: ASAP

Primary Purpose

Implement district health services programs to best meet the needs of the student population on the assigned campus. Provide health services to students. Promote health and safety education for students and preventive health practices for students.

Qualifications

Education/

Certification

Graduate of an accredited professional nursing education program Valid registered nurse license (RN or LVN) from the Texas Board of Nursing Current cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and automated external defibrillator (AED) certification from the American Heart Association, American Red Cross, or similar nationally recognized association (to be maintained while holding the position) Vision, Hearing, and Spinal Certification Required, or will send to training if not certified(to be maintained while holding the position) Special Knowledge/

Skills

• Knowledge of health appraisal to identify student health defects
• Ability to implement policies and procedures
• Knowledge of basic first aid
• Proficient keyboarding and file maintenance skills
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence
• Ability to enter data in school district software
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

Experience

2-5 years nursing experience

Major Responsibilities and Duties

Nursing Services

• Provide direct care using professional assessment skills, the nursing process, individualized healthcare plans (IHPs), and established school health protocols. Provide health counseling and instruction to individual students.
• Assess student problems, communicate with parents regarding individual students, and ensure appropriate referrals and follow up as needed. Serve as a liaison between school personnel, the family, healthcare professionals, and the community.
• Notify parents of accidents or illness. Secure emergency medical care for students as needed.
• Develop and implement individualized healthcare plans (IHPs) and evaluate outcomes of skilled and direct nursing care and procedures for medically fragile students to ensure safe integration of the student into the school environment.
• Serve as a health advocate for students.
• Ensure that medications are administered to students according to district policy and procedures.
• Establish and implement effective procedures for carrying out mandatory screening programs.
• May make home visits to help with student health problems as necessary.

Instruction

• Participate in development of campus health education curriculum, educate faculty and staff as needed on health-related topics, and provide health education to individuals and groups including contributing to campus communications to parents and the local community regarding health issues.

Consultation

• Collaborate closely with campus principals and other staff to ensure a healthy school environment. Work to meet the health needs of the general school population and those students with identified health conditions.
• Participate in Admission, Review, and Dismissal Committee (ARD) meetings of students with identified health needs and develop Individual Health Plans (IHPs). Work with district personnel regarding implementation of IEP goals and services.
• Advise campus administration in crisis or emergency situations and participate in assessment and reporting of suspected child abuse.

Administration

• Coordinate with head nurse on training for school employees acting as unlicensed diabetes care assistants evaluating unlicensed diabetes care assistants.
• Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents required, including clinic records and accurate and confidential student health records such as immunization records, medication administration records, individual student treatment records, and IHPs.
• Requisition supplies and equipment needed to maintain clinic inventory.
• Comply with policies established by federal and state laws, Texas Department of Health rule, State Board of Education rule, and board policy. Comply with all district and campus routines and regulations.
• Report potential health and safety hazards to the principal.
• Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.

Professional Development

• Maintain professional nursing skills and knowledge as required by the Texas Nurse Practice Act and the Texas Board of Nursing including certification for mandated screenings and Basic Life Support for Healthcare providers (CPR/AED).

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors

Tools/Equipment Used: Standard medical clinic equipment including automated external defibrillator (AED); special needs adaptive equipment; standard office equipment including computer and peripherals Posture: Frequent standing, sitting, kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing pulling, and twisting Motion: Frequent walking, grasping/squeezing, wrist flexion/extension Lifting: Frequent light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds); may require regular heavy lifting (45 pounds or more) and position of students with physical disabilities; controlling behavior through physical restraint, assisting nonambulatory students Environment: Exposure to biological hazards, bacteria, and communicable diseases Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress *Adapted from Recommended School Health Staff Roles published by the Texas Department of Health School Health Advisory Committee, January 14, 2013. This document describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required. Reviewed by_________________________________________________________________ Date __________

Application Procedure

? Current EISD Employees: You may submit an internal application via https://www.applitrack.com/elkhartisd/onlineapp/default.aspx ? External Applicants: Please apply through https://www.applitrack.com/elkhartisd/onlineapp/default.aspx ?

Additional Documents: Resumes, transcripts, and letters of reference may be included with your application. APPLICATION DEADLINE: Until Filled Applicants for all positions are considered without regard to race, color, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, religion, age, disability, genetic information, veteran or military status, or any other legally protected status. Additionally, the district does not discriminate against an applicant who acts to oppose such discrimination or participates in the investigation of a complaint related to a discriminating employment practice.

The district title IX Coordinator is Tana Herring, Director of Special Programs– 301 E. Parker – Elkhart, TX 75839 (903-764-2952)