Job Description

Title: Registered Nurse
Reports To: Dir. of Operations & Principal
Compensation: $60,000 - $65,000
Calendar: 10-month
Status: Exempt

 

Our School 

Houston Classical Charter School (“Houston Classical”) was chartered by the Texas Education Agency (TEA) to open in Houston in August 2020 beginning with kindergarten and first grade. The school has an accomplished and committed Board, which includes a founding Board and a Head of School. We are looking for experienced, dedicated, and motivated individuals who are excited by the challenge of being part of a new school. Houston Classical is founded on the idea that scholars can learn at a high level notwithstanding their zip code or background.

Mission of Houston Classical

Houston Classical’s mission is to ensure all scholars PreK-8 are successful through a classical approach, rigorous academics, character development, and structured environment to ensure success in high school, college and in life.

The Role

Houston Classical is seeking a dynamic Part-Time Nurse to provide care and collaborate with staff, and families to support scholar health needs, promote health education, and manage communicable diseases, ensuring a safe and healthy school environment.

Essential Job Duties & Responsibilities

• Provide urgent care for ill or injured scholars using first aid procedures and secure additional assistance for serious cases
• Collaborate with Special Education to support scholars with special needs, offering one-on-one care as directed
• Conduct health assessments, including screenings for height, weight, vision, hearing, and other health concerns
• Refer scholars with identified health issues and ensure appropriate follow-up to promote optimal health
• Maintain accurate health records for each scholar, including immunization status, health history, and screening results, in compliance with Texas immunization laws and electronic record-keeping
• Manage communicable diseases by notifying the health department of reportable cases and overseeing scholar re-admissions
• Dispense medication according to state laws and school policies
• Promote health education in clinic and classrooms, providing resources to support curriculum needs
• Provide health counseling, collaborating with principals, teachers, counselors
• Communicate effectively with the principal to implement health service policies and procedures
• Assist faculty with managing scholars with medical conditions and provide relevant information
• Compile and submit monthly health service reports and annual immunization results
• Collaborate with instructional leadership, staff, and parents to meet scholar needs
• Engage in ongoing professional development to maintain high performance standards
• Maintain certification in BLS, CPR, and AED as required
• Attend required staff meetings and participate in other assigned duties
• Promote health through community involvement, including blood pressure screenings, blood drives, and First Aid/CPR training
• Serve as a liaison between the school, community, and health agencies

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher
• Graduate of accredited school of nursing and licensed by the Texas Board of Nurse Examiners to practice nursing;
• 1 or more years of nursing experience preferred
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build positive, trusting relationships with scholars, staff, and families.
• Self-starter with the ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and manage multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced environment
• Consistently models professionalism, integrity, and ethical behavior in all interactions
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines effectively, ensuring timely completion of tasks and projects
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to clearly convey ideas, expectations, and feedback

Houston Classical offers a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for professional growth.

Houston Classical is an equal opportunity employer

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