School Nurse

Employment Status: Full-Time

FLSA: Exempt

Department: Faculty

Reports To: Principal(s)

Supervises: None

Relates To:  Administration, Faculty, Parents, Students and Community

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Position Description: Our mission at Bracken Christian School is to partner with Christian families through the leadership and guidance of the Holy Spirit to provide an excellent education within the context of a biblical worldview, equipping students to impact their communities for Christ.

The School Nurse is expected to uphold the vision, mission, and values of Bracken Christian School while fostering a healthy, safe, and Christ-centered environment for students and staff through comprehensive health services, education, and preventative care. This position manages the health services for a vibrant and growing campus of approximately 600 students. The ideal candidate possesses strong clinical judgment, excellent emergency assessment skills, exceptional communication abilities, and a heart for serving students and families through compassionate, Christ-like care.

Qualifications

Education/Certification

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university
• Current Texas Registered Nurse (RN) license
• Current BLS/CPR/AED certification
• Preferred certifications include:
  • CPR/AED Instructor Certification
  • Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
  • National Certified School Nurse (NCSN)
  • Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) certifications for Vision, Hearing, and Spinal Screening

Experience

• Minimum of five (5) years of RN experience
• Strong Christian faith and personal testimony
• Previous private Christian school experience preferred
• Demonstrated commitment to serving as a spiritual role model for students

Skills

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Proficiency with Google Workspace and electronic student health record systems (FACTS preferred)
• Strong organizational, documentation, and critical thinking skills
• Ability to effectively educate faculty, staff, students, and parents on health-related topics
• Ability to maintain confidentiality with integrity and professionalism

Major Responsibilities and Duties

Direct Clinical Care & Clinic Management

• Manage the daily operations of the campus health clinic, ensuring a safe, welcoming, and Christ-centered environment for student care.
• Provide skilled nursing assessment, first aid, emergency triage, and compassionate care for students experiencing illness or injury.
• Evaluate students for signs and symptoms of acute and communicable illnesses and communicate appropriate recommendations to parents or guardians.
• Develop, implement, and monitor Individualized Healthcare Plans (IHPs) and Emergency Care Plans for students with chronic health conditions, including but not limited to Type 1 Diabetes (CGMs and insulin pumps), severe allergies, asthma, seizure disorders, and other specialized medical needs.
• Safely store, document, and administer prescription and over-the-counter medications according to physician orders, parent authorization, Texas nursing laws, and school policy.
• Maintain clinic facilities and procedures in accordance with OSHA standards.
• Maintain clinic supplies, medical equipment, and inventory, ordering materials as needed.
• Collaborate with healthcare providers, counselors, and family service agencies to coordinate student care and referrals when appropriate.

Compliance, Documentation & Public Health

• Maintain complete, accurate, and confidential electronic and hard-copy student health records in FACTS, including emergency backup documentation, in accordance with FERPA, HIPAA, and applicable state regulations.
• Manage and audit student immunization records to ensure full compliance with Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) requirements, communicating proactively with families regarding deficiencies or updates.
• Coordinate and conduct all state-required health screenings, including Vision, Hearing, Spinal, and Acanthosis Nigricans screenings, while maintaining required documentation and reporting.
• Maintain detailed daily documentation of clinic visits, treatments, medication administration, parent communications, physician contacts, and follow-up care.
• Participate in communicable disease prevention, infection control initiatives, and public health reporting as required.

Emergency Preparedness & Campus Safety

• Provide leadership in planning, implementing, and evaluating emergency medical response procedures for illness, injury, and campus emergencies.
• Serve as a key member of the school's safety and crisis response teams, collaborating with campus administration, security personnel, and local Bulverde EMS and emergency responders when necessary.
• Maintain and update campus trauma response plans in partnership with security and administrative teams.
• Participate on administrative committees and health-related response teams as assigned.

Faculty, Parent & Student Collaboration

• Serve as the primary health resource for students, parents, faculty, and staff regarding student illnesses, injuries, medical accommodations, and wellness concerns, fostering trust and partnership with families.
• Communicate regularly with parents regarding student health needs, treatment provided, follow-up recommendations, immunization compliance, and ongoing medical accommodations.
• Educate faculty and staff regarding student health concerns, emergency medication administration (including EpiPens and inhalers), infection prevention, bloodborne pathogens, Stop the Bleed, CPR/AED awareness, and other health and safety initiatives.
• Assist teachers with health education resources and classroom instruction when appropriate.
• Collaborate with administrators, counselors, teachers, and outside service providers to support students' physical, emotional, and educational success.

Spiritual Leadership & Mission Integration

• Demonstrate Christ-like compassion and professionalism in every interaction with students, families, faculty, and visitors.
• Offer a ministry of presence by providing comfort, encouragement, and prayer for students and families when appropriate and welcomed.
• Build meaningful relationships throughout the school community that reflect the mission and values of Bracken Christian School.
• Articulate and support the school's mission, vision, and biblical worldview to all stakeholders while serving as a positive spiritual role model.

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• Frequent standing, walking, stooping, bending; Occasional: Lifting and carrying 25-30 lbs. 

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This is a great way to be a part of the Bracken community. If you or someone you know is interested, please complete the application process at: https://www.brackenchristian.com/about-bracken/work-with-us