Regional School Nurse (2026-27 SY)
About The Position
This position is for a Regional School Nurse serving Washougal High School in the Washougal School District for the 2026-27 school year. The role involves implementing, managing, and delivering school health services directly to school districts and/or agencies, operating under the defined scope of practice for school nursing as established by law, regulation, and professional standards. The position is 35 hours per week on a school-year schedule and requires regular and reliable attendance to ensure consistency for students and support a positive learning environment. Only complete applications will be considered, which must include a complete work history for the last 10 years, at least three professional references with contact information, a cover letter, a resume reflecting work experience, and a copy of a Washington State RN license.
Requirements
- Valid Washington State registered nurse (RN) license.
- Experience in pediatrics and willingness to delegate care in a school setting.
- Current CPR/1st aid certification.
- Experience in the health care of school-age children.
- Complete work history section, including ANY and ALL employment going back 10 years.
- At least three professional references and contact information.
- A cover letter expressing interest in the position.
- A resume that reflects work experience listed on application.
- Copy of your Washington State RN license.
Nice To Haves
- 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
Responsibilities
- Assess the critical health needs of students in schools, including reviewing 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 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 duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Mid Level
