Registered Nurse-Elementary (2026-2027 School Year)ddd

Spring Independent School District · Houston, TX Full Time

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Job Description

Days per Year: 195 Min: $62,750 (Based on 2025-2026 Pay Scale) JOB TITLE: Registered Nurse-Elementary (2026-2027 School Year) REPORTS TO: Principal / Nurse Program Leader WAGE/HOUR STATUS: Exempt PAY GRADE: Teacher Pay Scale PRIMARY PURPOSE : The role of the Registered Nurse is to support the education process by modifying or removing health-related barriers to learning in individual students and by promoting an optimal level of wellness and safety for students and staff. All employees of SISD are expected to act with integrity, support organizational goals, communicate in a clear and respectful manner, championing the needs of our students and drive continuous improvement. QUALIFICATIONS: Required: Hold a current valid Texas Registered Nursing License issued by the Texas State Board of Nursing Associate Degree (ADN) / Diploma in Nursing accepted, Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred Preferred: School nursing experience Two-three years hospital experience – pediatrics SPECIAL KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS: Knowledge of health appraisal to identify student health deficits Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills Ability to implement policies and procedures Current CPR/AED/First Aide Instructor Certification* (responsible for instruction of campus emergency team) Certified by Texas Department of Health to conduct vision and hearing screening* Certified for Texas Risk Assessment for Type 2 Diabetes in Children (TRAT2DC) screening* *Opportunities are available to obtain certifications within Spring ISD MAJOR REPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES: NURSING SERVICES Serve as a health advocate for students. Provides health assessments, interventions, health counseling and referrals. Identify deviant health problems and provide temporary, emergency and managed care for sick, injured and chronically ill students and staff according to district policy and procedures. Perform screening procedures as required by Texas law, Texas Department of Health, Texas Educational Agency, and District policy. Make referrals and follow up as necessary with outcomes as the focus. Participate in assessment and reporting of abuse to the appropriate agency according to state laws and District policy. Maintains emergency medical information for students and staff. Serve as liaison for safety and emergency situations. Develops a system of administration and management of medications given at school, following District policy and state guidelines. Responsible for supervising and training persons certified to administer medication in the school and documents training. Oversees the use, storage and security of medication in a locked and secure cabinet. Reports communicable diseases as required by Harris County Health and Environmental Services according to District policy. Plan and implement school health protocols for children with special health needs including recommending modifications and/or administration of special procedures related to maintaining student health in the school environment. May be required to ride the school bus and provide care for the student being transported. INSTRUCTION Promote wellness and co

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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.