ESA Nurse - CNA (Certified Nursing Assistant) Instructor @ MHS #1778

Monroe School District•Monroe, WA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Seeking a dedicated CNA Instructor to provide direct academic and clinical instruction to aspiring healthcare professionals. In this role, you will facilitate classroom learning and supervise hands-on clinical training, ensuring students are equipped with the essential knowledge and skills necessary for successful careers in patient care. Direct contact and guidance from the Washington Board of Nursing is a significant element of this position. This position contract will be .40 FTE for the 26/27 school year. Applicant must hold a current unencumbered WA State Registered Nurse License (RN) and have a minimum of 3 yrs experience as an RN with at least 1 year with direct patient care. Position will also require a CTE Certification, applicant does not need to hold the cert, but must be eligible to apply for an initial or conditional CTE Cert when applying. Under the direction of the Director of Student Services, this position will assist in the planning and implementation of school health programs; evaluate the health status of students and the health service program; provide instruction to staff, students, and parents in health practices, child care, and other related subjects; serve as a resource for student health management strategies; monitor student health care plans and perform other related functions as required.

Requirements

Current unencumbered WA State Registered Nurse License (RN)
Minimum of 3 years experience as an RN with at least 1 year with direct patient care
Eligible to apply for an initial or conditional CTE Certification
Washington State Registered Nurse (RN) certification required
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) required
Current ESA certification as a school nurse required
Current certification in First Aid and CPR required
Valid First Aid/CPR card
Successful Washington State Patrol and Federal Bureau of Investigation fingerprint clearance
I-9 employment eligibility in compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act
HIV/HBV training (obtain within 60 days of hire date – District provided)
Human Resources new hire training (obtain within 60 days of hire date – District provided)
Knowledge of principles, methods, practices, and trends in educational health services
Knowledge of health assessment methods and practices
Knowledge of social and health service agencies in the local area
Knowledge of social, emotional, and behavioral characteristics of students
Knowledge of appropriate curriculum and instructional programs pertaining to student health education
Knowledge of communicable diseases and control and reporting requirements
Ability to assist students in effectively dealing with health issues
Ability to effectively work with staff, parents, health care providers, and youth service agencies in resolving student health problems and concerns
Ability to effectively participate in the planning, implementation, and monitoring of health instructional processes
Ability to communicate effectively in oral and written form
Ability to assist in developing and promoting student wellness

Nice To Haves

Experience in pediatric or school nursing
Pediatric, adolescent, or school nursing experience
Ability to work with a wide variety of adults and students
Prior successful work record with evidence of a positive work ethic
Demonstrated ability to work effectively as a member of a team
Such other qualifications as the Board may find acceptable

Responsibilities

Develop and implement a comprehensive school health program, providing a continuum of health care services
Initiate, manage, and assess student health plans and emergency care plans
Provide training of staff to ensure delivery of safe and appropriate student health care
Delegate some healthcare tasks to non-licensed employees in compliance with all delegation, training, and supervision requirements
Promote comprehensive and sequential health education program
Maximize student learning potential in a safe and healthful environment
Coordinate delivery of health services with the building principal
Provide health counseling and referral services to students and families
Conduct vision/hearing/scoliosis screenings and monitor the referral process
Ensure compliance with state regulations for student immunizations
Coordinate community health educators for classroom presentations
Coordinate with appropriate agencies in the control of communicable disease
Provide support in identifying and reporting suspected cases of abuse/neglect
Teach self-care skills to students and assist in modifying the environment to promote self-care
Provide leadership in identifying the safety needs of chronically ill and medically fragile students
Assist in the promotion of a drug and alcohol-free lifestyle by collaborating in the development and evaluation of school-based prevention and intervention services
Develop, implement, and evaluate health-promoting school and population-based programs
Collect, organize, and analyze student health information, and communicate with staff regarding student health
Provide information and data to students and staff concerning health education, nutrition, health risk behaviors, and social and communicable disease
Participate in the development of IEPs and ensure implementation of the healthcare aspects of the IEP
Participate in the design of select 504 accommodations
Assist in the planning, development, and implementation of procedures to provide for health service emergencies
Establish, maintain, and monitor a variety of files and records pertaining to student services, treatment administration, screening results, and injury reports