Job Description

School Nurse - RN or LVN

At Brillante Academy, we believe:

• Every child possesses inherent dignity & infinite potential.
• Parents are the first educators.
• Learning and excelling in two languages (English and Spanish) builds bridges, opens doors, and strengthens minds.
• Truth, Goodness, and Beauty cultivate the mind, body, and spirit of every child.

About Brillante Academy

Brillante Academy Public Charter School will open its doors in August 2023 with Pre-K through 1st grade and serve over 350 students from the Rio Grande Valley in the Mission area and surrounding communities in its first year. We will grow one grade-level a year until 8th grade. Over the next decade, we plan to expand our network across the state of Texas to serve over 7,000 students. The Charter Management Organization (CMO) for Brillante Academy is Seton Education Partners , a Catholicly inspired organization that also manages the Seton Teaching Fellows missionary program and El Camino , an optional after-school Catholic faith formation program. Seton Education Partners is also the CMO for our sister schools, the Brilla Schools Network , which are having a transformational impact in Bronx, NY.

Why Brillante? 

Brillante Academy is a two-way, dual language school that aims to empower our scholars and community through an innovative approach that combines personalized blended learning and co-teaching with a classical approach to education. We focus on teaching the whole child, instilling a deep sense of character through our core values (courage, justice, wisdom, and self-control) while setting a high bar for academic achievement and teaching a content-rich curriculum that has stood the test of time. All in service of preparing our scholars for excellence in high school, college and beyond. Our scholars acquire and master English and Spanish to become bilingual and biliterate citizens who will leave a lasting positive impact on their community as problem solvers, advocates, and contributors. Brillante’s commitment to holistic child development is paralleled with its commitment to creating a joyful community for families and staff.  You can learn more about mission and approach on ou r website.

Founding team members of Brillante will play an instrumental leadership role in bringing our vision to life and grow their impact while contributing to building our school from the ground up. Join us!

Position Overview

We are seeking a school nurse who will advocate for the physical, emotional, mental, and social health of all students. We know that healthy children are successful learners. As a new school, this position presents an exciting opportunity to build an exceptional Health and Wellness program at Brillante Academy.  Using clinical knowledge and judgment, the school nurse will routinely perform the following duties :

• Provide healthcare to students and staff (as needed) 
• Perform and/or oversee vision, hearing and any other relevant health screenings
• Oversee medication administration, health care procedures, and the development of healthcare plans
• Maintain student medical records and uphold national standards to protect privacy of student health information
• Ensure compliance with HIPPA and FERPA
• Coordinate referrals to other healthcare providers as appropriate
• Manage partnerships with mobile healthcare providers/programs
• Serve as liaisons between school personnel, family, and community healthcare providers to ensure a healthy school environment
• Partner closely with the Special Education team to support the needs of all students
• Provide personal care support for students who are not fully toilet trained
• Develop plans for student care based on assessment, interventions, and identification of outcomes, and the evaluation of care
• Consult with other school professionals, such as food service personnel, physical education teachers, coaches, and counselors to ensure the best possible outcomes for students
• Provide health-related education to students, parents and staff in both individual and group settings
• Monitor immunizations, manage communicable diseases, and assess the school environment as to prevent injury, illness, and ensure safety
• Oversee infection control measures
• Actively participate in school safety plans that address school violence, bullying, and emergencies that may occur at school
• Make decisions related to the delegation of healthcare tasks as directed by state laws and professional practice guidance
• Develop and manage system for maintaining documents and records
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned

Qualifications 

• Belief in the Brillante Academy mission, model and values
• Bilingual in English and Spanish
• Registered professional nurse (RN) or Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) with current Texas license issued by the Board of Nurse Examiners
• Previous experience as a school nurse strongly preferred
• Experience working with elementary aged children preferred
• Team player with strong interpersonal, stakeholder management, and relationship building skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent organization and time management skills

Compensation

We offer a competitive compensation package that includes comprehensive health, retirement and wellness benefits. All school leaders are equipped with the tools and supports needed to thrive including but not limited to curriculum, professional development, coaching, technology, supplies, etc.

Diversity & Inclusivity 

We are building an organization in which talented individuals from all walks of life and experiences can join our team and make significant contributions. We are particularly committed to attracting and developing individuals who share the life experiences or backgrounds of the students we will serve.

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