Clinical Staff (LVN, CNA, EMT)

Beta Academy · Houston, TX Full Time

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Job Description

Job Description Clinical Staff (LVN, CNA, EMT) Beta Academy is a Title -1 Schoolwide Campus Qualifications: BLS/CPR certification Knowledge of many areas of health including mental health Knowledge of school laws and policies Ability to work independently or with others Ability to communicate well with others Ability to assess situations and act quickly Knowledge of state health regulations Ability to multitask Reports To: Chief Business Officer or Campus Principal Employment Terms: Full-time (7:30-4:30) / 10 month/ Hourly- $15.00-$20.00 / 100% Onsite Key Responsibilities: Maintains a clean and organized workspace Treat students and staff as needed Ensure students receive all required health screenings Evaluate patients who complain of specific ailments Call parents to suggest they pick up patients who might be uncomfortable or who might have developed a contagious illness Educate students on hand washing, germs, and other health care and safety issues Examine and authenticate vaccination records Monitor and dispense prescription medications based on instructions from parents and GPs Contact parents and teachers with any medical emergency Maintain files on each student�s health and medical history Ensure shot records are up to date and immunization records are accurate. Develop care plans for students with ongoing conditions Consult with teachers, school administrators, and other school staff regarding student care Administer medication Monitor student immunization records Educate students and staff on health procedures Help students who have disabilities Recognizes problems and impediments and reports them promptly with options for solutions to the site director; promotes and assists with constructive resolutions. Provide a safe and clean environment for patients Adheres to and enforces board policy, school guidelines, and administrative directives Read and comply with the Procedures Manual, Employee Handbook, Scholar Handbook, and Scholar Code of Conduct Establishes and maintains professional and cooperative working relationships with all stakeholders: parents, scholars, staff, neighbors, and partners. Promotes and maintains a positive and effective school climate by ensuring that all interactions with staff, scholars, parents, and the public at large are prompt, efficient, helpful, and friendly. Other duties as assigned by the principal and campus secretary.

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What Most Job Listings Don’t Tell You

General overview for this role type — specific duties and requirements vary by employer.

Nursing roles in senior living are fundamentally different from hospital nursing. Most positions involve building long-term relationships with the same residents over months or years rather than cycling through new patients every shift. Facilities in the Houston area typically require an active Texas RN or LVN license, current CPR/BLS certification, and many prefer at least one year of geriatric or long-term care experience.

Shift patterns vary widely — some facilities run traditional 8-hour shifts (day, evening, night), while others use 12-hour rotations. Weekend and holiday coverage is almost always part of the schedule. The nurse-to-resident ratio in assisted living is generally more favorable than in hospitals, but you will likely be the highest-level clinical staff on the floor during your shift, which means more autonomy and more responsibility for clinical judgment calls.

What to Expect in This Role Day-to-Day

Based on typical senior living facilities in the Houston area.

A typical shift starts with medication pass and resident assessments. You will review overnight notes from the previous shift, check vitals for residents on your watch list, and coordinate with CNAs on any changes in condition. Mid-shift usually involves documentation, family communication, and working with physicians on care plan updates — often by phone or telehealth rather than in-person rounds.

Depending on the facility, you may also handle admissions paperwork, manage wound care, supervise medication techs, and respond to emergencies. The documentation load in senior living is significant — state surveys and compliance requirements mean thorough charting is non-negotiable. Many nurses in this setting say the most rewarding part is knowing their residents personally and being able to notice subtle changes that a rotating hospital nurse might miss.

Houston Area Salary Data

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, Registered Nurse positions in the Houston metro area earn a median wage of $47.02/hr ($97,802/yr). The typical range is $38.29 – $50.95/hr (25th–75th percentile).

Entry Level (10th) $69,368/yr

Houston Median $97,802/yr

Experienced (90th) $125,320/yr

vs. National Median +4.5%

Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics (Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX Metro Area). Salary data provided by Houston Senior Living Guide.