Regional School Nurse

Salary

The full salary range for this position is $43.70 - $53.17 per hour. Offers are made at the beginning of the range.

Assignment/Location

This position will serve the Hockinson School District. It is 6 hours per week, school year schedule.

Only complete applications will be considered

A complete application will include

• Work history going back 10 years (if applicable)
• At least three professional reference's contact information
• A Cover Letter expressing interest in the position
• A Resume that reflects work experience listed on application

Essential Functions/Other Functions

Essential Functions

Assess the critical health needs of students in schools, i.e., review Emergency Care Plans (ECP) for students with life threatening medical conditions, medically fragile students, students with health concerns and/or requiring nursing treatments. Collaborate and consult with administrators and other staff to identify school safety and environmental health needs. Assess the physical and emotional health of students within the scope of the Regional School Nurse practice; initiate referrals for diagnosis and treatment of identified health needs; and communicate health concerns that impact learning to staff.

Coordinate and implement mandated health screenings, including referral and follow-up. Supervise, train and delegate medication administration and nursing treatments as allowed by law. Provide health counseling and crisis intervention to students; serve as an advocate for the health rights of students and as a professional liaison between the school, family, and health community.

Perform professional nursing tasks including emergency services. Serve as a resource for health education to the classroom teacher. Consult and collaborate with staff, parents and other professionals to assess student health status and make recommendations that are consistent with the individualized education plan.

Collect health care services data. May assist school districts with policies and procedures for school health services based on current laws and accepted practices. Maintain regular attendance to carry out the duties and responsibilities of the position.

Other Functions

Other duties as assigned.

Minimum/Preferred Qualifications & Skills

Minimum

Qualifications

Valid Washington State registered nurse (RN) license. Current CPR/1st aid certification. Preferred

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Nursing; valid Washington ESA certificate as a school nurse; school nurse experience in public or private schools. Experience working with community service agencies, i.e. health professionals, department of health, social services. Experience providing health education training to individuals or in a classroom setting.

Experience working with children or adolescents in clinical or community settings. Experience delegating care in a school setting per Washington RN delegation laws (RCW 18.79 and WAC 246-840) and comfort supervising unlicensed school personnel. Experience in the health care of school-age children, including knowledge of common chronic conditions, emergency response, and school-based care plans.

Working Conditions/Employment Requirements

Working Conditions

Exposed to diseases carried by students, exposed to student noise levels. Travel to school buildings and districts to provide services. Ability to physically move and/or lift equipment varying in weight up to 35 lb. Regular attendance during assigned work schedule. Employment

Requirements

Successful completion of a criminal history and fingerprint check through Washington State Patrol and FBI. Proof of immunization/disease including MMR/Td/Hepatitis B/Varicella.

Notice of Non-Discrimination ESD 112 does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of race, religion, creed, color, sex, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, age, honorably discharged veteran or military status, the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability, or the use of a trained guide dog or service animal by a disabled person. The following individuals have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination:

• Civil Rights compliance Officer: Melissa Kreuder, 360-952-3328, melissa.kreuder@esd112.org
• Title IX Compliance Officer: Wendy Niehaus, 360-952-3574, wendy.niehaus@esd112.org
• ADA/504 Compliance Officer: Jeffrey Niess, 360-952-3529, jeffrey.niess@esd112.org

The above information will be provided in the appropriate language for persons with limited English language skills by contacting the ESD at 360-750-7500.