North Beach-School Nurse (Part-Time)

The School Nurse is responsible for meeting the individual health needs of students; incorporating health care plans directed by physicians; complying with the laws relating to student health, including parental and guardian consent; providing appropriate care for ill, mentally fragile and/or injured students; providing health information and serving as a resource to teachers, staff, and administrators; and identifying health problems for referral for proper treatment.

This list is meant to be representative, not exhaustive. Some incumbents may not perform all the duties listed while in other cases related duties may also be assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Administers first aid, medication and specialized medical treatment for the purpose of providing appropriate care for ill, medically fragile and/or injured children.
• Assesses situations involving student's safety, abuse (physical, sexual, drug) and other health related issues for the purpose of identifying problems, referring for proper treatment and complying with legal requirements.
• Collaborates with parents, students, health care providers, and/or other agencies for the purpose of promoting needed treatment, securing information and complying with legal requirements.
• Conducts programs (i.e. health screening, education, etc.) for the purpose of complying with the law.
• Develops health care plans for the purpose of addressing students' health needs and implementing health care directions from parents and/or physicians.
• Maintains health care plans, medical emergency cards, records (e.g. mandated screening, etc.) for the purpose of providing information required by legal and professional standards.
• Prepares documentation (e.g. student health history, current health status, immunization records etc.) for the purpose of providing written support and/or conveying information.
• Provides training on various health related subjects (e.g. CPR, AIDS/HIV, AED, disaster preparedness, child abuse, health education, etc.) for the purpose of acting as a resource to students, teachers and other personnel on such issues.
• Refers students requiring further medical attention for the purpose of providing needed medical/dental treatment, counseling, etc.
• Provides required training for employees for the purpose of complying with legal requirements.
• Reports incidents (e.g. fights, suspected child abuse, suspected substance abuse, etc.) for the purpose of maintaining student's personal safety, a positive learning environment and adhering to Education Code, district and/or school policies.
• Reports students with contagious diseases to local public health authorities for the purpose of minimizing infection and complying with the law.
• Assisting the school principals and secretaries in defining health and first aid responsibilities.
• Is a liaison between the school, home, health professionals and other agencies.
• Collaborates with other school and community professionals to promote a healthful school environment.
• Assists other personnel as may be required for the purpose of supporting them in the completion of their work activities (when applicable).

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degrees (BA or BS) preferred and a RN or LVN/LPN license
• ESA certification as a school Nurse, preferred.
• Valid Driver's License and proof of insurance

CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT:

• Criminal background clearance.

BENEFIT SUMMARY: Employees may be benefit-eligible based upon hours worked/FTE for the following benefits:

• Insurance Benefits: The following plans are provided through School Emplooyees Benefits Board (SEBB):
  • Medical; Dental; Vision; Basic Life Insurance; and Long-Term Disability
  • Retirement Benefits: Provided through the WA State Department of Retirement Systems (DRS)
  • Paid Leave Benefits: Sick Leave; Vacation/Personal Leave; Holiday