Preschool Nurse Technician

Elma School District • Elma, WA

80d • Onsite

About The Position

The Elma School District is accepting applications for a Preschool Nurse Technician position for the 2026-2027 school year. This is a temporary position dependent on student enrollment. The role involves working with medically fragile students in a preschool setting, assisting with their daily needs, and ensuring a safe and healthy environment. The technician will also monitor students during bus transportation and collaborate with the school nurse, preschool team, and families to implement care plans.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Meets NCLB definition of highly qualified requirements: A two-year Associate degree, 72-quarter or 48-semester college credits, or a passing score of 455 on the ETS Para Pro Assessment.
• WSP/FBI fingerprint background clearance (fee paid by the employee).
• Ability to lift up to 50-100 lbs. in a two-person lift/transfer.
• Positive and flexible attitude with students, staff, parents, and team members.
• Must participate in the Fundamental Course Training to gain the necessary skills to perform this position.
• Willingness to work toward successful demonstration of core competencies.
• Demonstrated competence in basic academic/communication skills appropriate to site assignment.
• Regular attendance is an essential function of this position.
• The safety and health of students and others are essential functions of this position.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working with special needs students and medically fragile students.
• Work as a team player.
• Experience working as a CNA.
• Experience working as a health assistant.

Responsibilities

• Work with medically fragile students in a preschool setting.
• Monitor students while riding the bus to and from school.
• Assist students with hygiene (toileting, dressing), feeding, and mobility.
• Maintain a safe, clean environment.
• Work closely with the school nurse, preschool team, and family to ensure proper implementation of the care plan.
• Adhere to HIPAA.
• Observation and monitoring of the student, taking and recording vitals.

Benefits

• Twelve (12) Days Sick Leave per school year
• Two (2) Personal Leave Days with pay per year
• Washington State Department of Retirement Systems (DRS) DCP- Deferred Compensation Program
• Washington Paid Family Medical Leave
• Medical; Dental; Vision; Basic Life; AD&D; LTD Insurance; FSA and DCAP

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree