CLEAR CREEK INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT
LVN – Special Education
Department of Curriculum and Instruction Revised January 2022
Reports to: Director of Special Education Services Status: Non-Exempt
_ Terms: 187 days Pay Grade: Para 7 _
Primary Purpose
Support student success by focusing on patient safety, is required to function within the parameters of the legal scope of practice and in accordance with the federal, state, and local laws, rules, regulations and policies, procedures, and guidelines of the employing health care institution or practice setting (BON,
15.28, TAC 217.11). Actively engage in actions that contribute to the overall mission and strategic plan of
Clear Creek ISD.
Qualifications
- Education/Certification/Licensure
Valid RN/LVN license from the Texas Board of Nurse Examiners, minimum LVNCertified by the Texas Department of Health to conduct vision and hearing screeningCPR certification _ Special Knowledge/Skills_
Current practical working knowledge of nursing procedures and techniques relevant to children
Effective communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to supervise student safety through the school day, including transportation of student
Ability to work independently to implement district policies and procedures
Ability to learn and use computer and willingness to learn and use software applications
Willingness to attend workshops to acquire new skills
Experience
School nursing experience preferred
Minimum of 2 years nursing experience required
Major Responsibilities and Duties
1. Performing comprehensive nursing practices on students with disabilities.
2. Using clinical reasoning based on established evidence-based practice outcomes and research for decision making and comprehensive care.
3. Synthesizing comprehensive data to identify problems, formulate goals and outcomes, and develop nursing plans of care of students with disabilities.
4. Providing safe, compassionate, comprehensive nursing care to patients, families, populations, and communities through a broad array of health care services.
The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.
The Clear Creek Independent School District is an equal opportunity employer. CCISD does not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, religion, gender, age, national origin or disability.
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CLEAR CREEK INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT
LVN – Special Education
5. Evaluating, reporting and documenting patient outcomes and responses to interventions and determines if interventions were effective and any modifications are necessary.
6. Administering medications and treatments according to school district policies and the Nursing scope of practice (BON, 15.28, TAC 217.11) with supervision.
7. Reporting any concerns related to child abuse (physical or mental) to administrators, law enforcement, and Texas Department of Family and Protective Services.
8. Participating in the educational process in determining health care needs and services in the school setting in the ARD Special Education processes.
9. Conducting annual vision, hearing, height, weight, Acanthosis Nigricans, and spinal screening of students with disabilities designated by the Texas Department of State Health Services (TDSHS), including referrals as needed.
10. Providing resource and referral information for community agencies and services to students and faculty and staff.
11. Conferring with students, parents, and faculty/staff concerning health needs of individual students.
12. Counseling with school personnel regarding individual health concerns.
13. Enforcing and monitoring immunization status of students according to TDSHS requirements.
14. Implementing and enforcing school district communicable disease policies.
15. Reporting communicable disease cases as required by TDSHS.
16. Assessing the severity of injuries and taking appropriate action.
17. Performing first aid procedures effectively and efficiently.
18. Anticipating changes in patient conditions and responding accordingly to include emergent care.
19. Submitting school district accident reports when necessary.
20. Reviewing, recommending, and obtaining resource materials for students and faculty/staff.
21. Planning and implementing health/wellness activities.
22. Teaching health related topics in the classroom, specific to student’s needs as requested.
23. Conducting emergency preparedness training in the event of a medical emergency.
24. Conducting health awareness training to educate staff for safe school practices.
25. Develops and implements teaching plans to address health promotion.
26. Responsible for health and safety during transport times for students with disabilities.
27. Exhibit CCISD Core Values of trustworthiness, respect, responsibility, fairness, caring, and citizenship.
28. Actively engage in actions that contribute to the overall mission and strategic plan of Clear Creek
ISD.
29. Stay up-to-date professionally through the selection of quality professional learning opportunities for personal growth.
30. Research district policy, precedent, and current practices prior to taking action.
31. Participate as an effective team member who contributes to district, department, and content goals.
32. Demonstrates proficient levels of technology applications.
33. Participates fully in drills and safety exercises to provide for the safety and overall emotional wellbeing of students.
34. Utilize time wisely for effective management of job responsibilities.
35. Maintain punctuality in daily work times, appointments, and meetings.
36. Meet task completion deadlines established by supervisor.
The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.
The Clear Creek Independent School District is an equal opportunity employer. CCISD does not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, religion, gender, age, national origin or disability.
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CLEAR CREEK INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT
LVN – Special Education
37. Maintain friendly customer-service-driven interactions with all stakeholders, students, teachers, administrators, and co-workers.
38. Work cooperatively with co-workers and supervisors to ensure that the goals of the school/department are met.
39. Maintain a positive and professional tone in all communication (i.e. email, written, and verbal).
40. Perform other duties and accept other responsibilities as assigned.
_ Mental Demands_
Maintain emotional control under stress
- Physical Demands/Environmental Factors
Exposure to bacteria and communicable diseases; frequent standing, stooping, bending; moving medical equipment and other clinic materials.
The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.
The Clear Creek Independent School District is an equal opportunity employer. CCISD does not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, religion, gender, age, national origin or disability.
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Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $163.67 per day
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Medical specialties:
Physical setting:
Standard shift:
Weekly schedule:
Work Location: In person