Job Title:            Nurse-COVID Testing Center                        Exemption Status/Test: Exempt/Professional

Reports to:         Director of Health Services                           Date Revised:  October 2020

Dept./School:    Administration Building

Introduction:

The goal of a COVID-19 Rapid Testing Project is to keep Texas schools safe and open for on-campus instruction. 

Position Summary:

Implement K-12 and Staff testing program in conjunction with TEA guidance.

Minimum Education Qualifications:

• BSN: Bachelor’s degree or higher from an accredited college or university, with no experience
• RN License to practice nursing in the State of Texas

Required Qualifications:

• Strong verbal and written communication skills, including active listening, emotional intelligence
• Ability to interact in a non-judgmental manner with culturally diverse populations and persons experiencing a wide range of social conditions
• Critical thinking and problem-solving skills, and the ability to use sound judgment in responding to client issues and concerns
• Ability to read and write in English
• Ability to adapt to changing environments and receive constructive feedback
• Ability to use discretion, maintain confidentiality and ethical conduct
• Ability to work effectively with all levels of staff, establishing and maintaining collaborative professional relationships
• Strong time management skills (organization, prioritization, multitasking)
• Ability to work independently and as part of the multidisciplinary team
• Proficiency with use of computers (desktop, laptop, tablet)
• Proficiency with MS Office 365 (i.e. Outlook, Word)
• Proficiency with use of mobile devices (smartphones, mobile apps)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with data collection and data entry is preferred
• Experience with health education, community outreach, linkage to care, social services, or other public health services
• Bilingual skills – fluency in the primary language(s) of the geographic area and communities assigned to support 

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Essential Functions:

• Serve as Point of Contact (POC) for Administrators at various campuses, and at District Site.
• Serve as a resource for Test Administrators to troubleshoot problems encountered
• with the testing
• Coordinate with schools within the District participating in the testing program 
• Advise Test Administrators as to the preparingtexas.org training requirements and the data reporting system at https://app.txrapidtest.org. 
• Serve as a resource for Test Administrators who encounter problems completing the on Preparingtexas.org training
• Ensure Test Administrators are trained and understand the use of the data portal
• Ensure all persons identified as Test Administrators at each campus have completed
• the proper training before receiving testing materials
• Identify and provide for any necessary set up of any designated testing locations on the individual campuses
• Ensure that the testing location has all of the equipment necessary for the test administrators to conduct testing
• Provide testing materials and PPE to test administrators before the initiation of testing activities
• Ensure quality control of the testing materials conducted within the District
• In the event the data portal is not accessible, ensure that test administrators have the alternate form for recording registration and results information.
• Develop or use existing inventory control within the district (through inventory information provided by the Test Administrators) and advise TDEM Logistics when resupply is needed
• Coordinate with the District Pandemic Nurse on reporting information on positive test results
• Ensure resupply of testing materials and PPE to test administrators as needed
• Protect the privacy of individuals testing and their results

Work Environment and Physical Requirements

The position will require responding to public health emergencies with rapid turnaround times for communication, initiation, and completion of assignments.  The position will require daily use of a computer, telephone or cell phone, and access to a secure internet connection.  This position may require moderate physical effort including lifting materials and equipment of less than 50 pounds and involves viewing a computer screen 50-75 percent of the time.  The position may require both onsite and telework activities, while complying with all requirements for client confidentiality, records, and data security.  The position may require working non-standard hours (i.e., evenings, weekends).  The position may require some off-site functions.

Mental Demands: maintain emotional control under stress; work prolonged or irregular hours.

Environment: Work may be completed from home with regularly scheduled meetings with supervisor.

This document describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.