School Nurse - LVN

Snyder Primary School is searching for an LVN.  
Work on a school schedule, 10 months a year, hybrid calendar, full benefits with summers off! 

Salary Range: $23,023 – $32,448 (summers off!)
Start Date: July 31, 2025

Why Join Snyder ISD?

Snyder ISD is committed to recruiting and retaining top talent through a supportive work environment, competitive compensation, and a range of employee-focused benefits:

Incentives & Benefits:

• Free Pre-K for ALL (new for 25-26)

• Comfortable, professional dress code

• Hybrid Calendar with select Fridays off — promotes work/life balance
  “It felt like Snyder ISD gifted me time with my child I wouldn’t otherwise have.”

• Health & Financial Benefits:

  • $5,100 annually toward medical insurance

  • $50,000 life insurance policy

  • 401(a) retirement matching: 100% match up to 5% of salary (vested after 5 years)

  • Retention incentive: Additional 401(a) contributions at 5-year milestones:

    • $500 at 5 years, up to $3,000 at 30 years

Why Snyder, Texas?

• Located in friendly West Texas with ~12,000 residents

• Parks, trails, splash pad, and recreation for all ages

• Local hospital system, Western Texas College, and community events

• Cost of living 11% below the national average

• ~1 hour to Lubbock, Abilene, or Midland; 3.5 hours to Fort Worth

• See what it's like to live and work in Snyder: Watch the video

Primary Purpose:

Provide assessment, planning, intervention, evaluation, and referrals regarding the health and medical care needs of students in order to support student learning and attendance. The LVN will work to reduce health-related barriers to education and contribute to a safe and healthy school environment.

Qualifications:

• Education/Certification:

  • Current Texas licensure as a Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN)

  • Current certification in CPR

• Special Knowledge/Skills:

  • Knowledge of basic nursing care, health assessment, and emergency procedures

  • Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

  • Proficiency using electronic medical records and common office software

  • Ability to work effectively with students, staff, and parents

• Experience:

  • Successful experience working with children or adolescents preferred

  • Prior school or pediatric setting experience is a plus

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

• Provide direct nursing services to students and staff, including first aid, medication administration, and health screenings

• Assist with the implementation of a comprehensive school health program

• Maintain up-to-date health records and documentation in compliance with state and district guidelines

• Collaborate with families, physicians, and outside agencies to ensure continuity of care

• Conduct vision, hearing, and scoliosis screenings and follow up on referrals

• Develop and implement Individualized Health Care Plans (IHPs) as needed

• Support student attendance by managing chronic health conditions

• Participate on student support and crisis response teams as needed

• Educate students and staff on health and wellness topics

Working Conditions:

• Regular travel between district campuses may be required

• Frequent exposure to blood, bodily fluids, and communicable diseases

• Occasional lifting and positioning of students may be required