Lead Nurse Of Health Services

"Primary Purpose

Collaborate with the Assistant Director of Health Services to coordinate and manage the district health services program by promoting, improving and maintaining student and staff health. Actively engage in actions that contribute to the overall mission and strategic plan of Clear Creek ISD.

Qualifications

Education/Certification/Licensure
Bachelor's of Science in Nursing from an accredited college or university CPR/AED certification
Texas certification for Vision and Hearing certification, instructor preferred
Special Knowledge/Skills
Ability to implement district policies and procedures Ability to manage personnel and budgets
Ability to identify emerging issues involving school health
Ability to promote wellness through district health services program
Strong organizational, communication, public relations and interpersonal skills
Experience
Experience equivalent to five years in nursing/health administration related work
Experience as a CCISD nurse for 5+ years.

Major Responsibilities and Duties

Participate in planning, implementing and evaluating the health services program at district and campus levels, in collaboration with the Assistant Director of Health Services.
Work to create and leverage partnerships with local physicians to provide standing orders and professional learning opportunities for nursing staff.
Participate in developing and implementing district wellness policies in collaboration with Assistant Director of Health Services.
Participate in the review and planning of implementation of health-related policies and procedures in compliance with state mandates and current health
Monitor and interpret Texas Department of State Health Services (TDSHS), TEA regulations, and Texas Board of Nurse Examiners (BON) related to nursing practice, health and student
Collaborate with the Assistant Director of Health Services to plan and coordinate nursing staff development and in-service training, including orientation of new nurse and clinic aides. Establish and implement procedures to ensure compliance with TACs, state immunization laws, and health screening requirements as directed by the Assistant Director of Health Services.
Provide supervision, leadership and problem solving for the delivery of nursing care to campus nurses.
Assist with the selection and purchase of supplemental equipment and supplies in collaboration with the Assistant Director of Health Services.
Work collaboratively with the district Coordinator of Health/PE and Director of Student Personnel Services to coordinate the district school health advisory committee (SHAC)
Serve on district counseling response team
Serve as a resource to campus principals and administration in recruiting, interviewing, and selecting school nurses in the absence of the Assistant Director of Health Services.
Serve as a resource for modification of school programs to meet the special health needs of students
Serve as a resource for the development of individualized healthcare plans and emergency care plans for students with special health needs
Serve as a resource for promoting wellness, safety and disease prevention for district employees
Coordinate health services activities with other district administrators and departments in collaboration with the Assistant Director of Health Services.
Assist with planning and implementation of the district employee wellness program.
Collaborate with other departments to develop, implement, review and update health related issues such as bloodborne pathogen plan, disaster and crisis planning (health concerns related to lock down/shelter in place; pandemic diseases, etc), and maintaining district AED inventory, with guidance from the Assistant Director of Health Services.
Exhibit CCISD Core Values of trustworthiness, respect, responsibility, fairness, caring, and citizenship.
Actively engage in actions that contribute to the overall mission and strategic plan of Clear Creek ISD.
Stay up-to-date professionally through the selection of quality professional learning opportunities for personal growth.
Research district policy, precedent, and current practices prior to taking action.
Participate as an effective team member who contributes to district, department, and content goals.
Demonstrates proficient levels of technology applications.
Participates fully in drills and safety exercises to provide for the safety and overall emotional wellbeing of students.
Utilize time wisely for effective management of job responsibilities.
Maintain punctuality in daily work times, appointments, and meetings.
Meet task completion deadlines established by supervisor.
Maintain friendly customer-service-driven interactions with all stakeholders, students, teachers, administrators, and co-workers.
Work cooperatively with co-workers and supervisors to ensure that the goals of the school/department are met.
Maintain a positive and professional tone in all communication (i.e. email, written, and verbal).
Perform other duties and accept other responsibilities as assigned.

Working Conditions
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

Term: 192 days