Registered Nurse (RN) - Med Surg
Cypress-Fairbanks Independent School District
Cypress, TX

Substitute - Nurse 2024-2025

QUALIFICATIONS: * Texas Registered Nurse license required; Bachelor's degree or higher from a recognized, accredited college or university preferred; Associate's degree accepted with appropriate pediatric work experience. * Applicant must possess the appropriate licensure and credentials as defined by the State of Texas. * A minimum of 2 years of nursing experience preferred. * Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills. * Ability to speak, read, and understand the English language. TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Substitutes are employed on an at-will basis and are not considered contractual employees. SALARY: $110.00/day ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: * Provide emergency care for the ill or injured, using first aid procedures, and obtaining necessary assistance in cases of serious trauma and/or illness. * Provide daily care of students with medical problems in the school setting, by carrying out or assisting with special procedures. * Provide referrals and follow-up for identified health problems as necessary to attain optimum health for each student. * Maintain accurate and complete health records on each student including immunization records, health history, screening results, referral, and follow-up information. * Adhere to the Texas immunization law securing records on each student and to update as necessary on electronic medical records. * Control communicable diseases (excluding and re-admission); notifying the health department of all reportable diseases. * Dispense medication according to state law and district policy. * Promote health education in the clinic, in the classroom and with the teacher by providing support and resources to meet the curriculum needs. * Provide health counseling for students with health problems, cooperating with principals, teachers, counselors, family physicians and other agencies. * Actively support the philosophy of the school district and the total school program. * Communicate effectively with the principal in interpreting and implementing policies, laws, and procedures of the health services program. * To perform other duties and functions as assigned. WORKING CONDITIONS: Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors: Maintain emotional control under stress. Frequent standing, stooping, bending, pulling, and pushing. Move small stacks of textbooks, media equipment, desks, and other classroom equipment. INQUIRIES: Hiring managers may choose to email you regarding this application. Please monitor your email regularly for any communication. APPLICATION INFORMATION: 281.897.4015