Summer School Nurse (RN)

Mount Vernon School District 320 • Mount Vernon, WA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Classified Personnel Job Description: RN/LPN School Nurse Responsible to: Director of Special & Support Services & Certificated ESA Nurse Work Year: Monday-Thursday July 6-Aug. 6 (6.5 hr) General: The building level RN/LPN will provide first aid to staff and students, administer medication consistent with state regulations under the supervision of the certificated ESA nurse, provide ongoing programs and screenings related to health, and assist the certificated ESA Nurse in the care planning process. Minimum Qualification: High school diploma or its equivalent Current Washington State RN or LPN License Valid CPR/First Aid certificate Previous successful experience in education, social work or other related occupation preferred. Desire and aptitude to work with children and/or young adults with special needs is required. Knowledge and skills of computer applications used to assist with student data management. Ability to work both independently and cooperatively in a team situation. Ability and willingness to work with a diverse student population in a culturally responsive manner. Organizational skills and flexibility to respond to changing student needs. Ability to interact positively and professionally with staff, supervisors and students. Must be able to function in a calm, efficient, courteous manner under stress and to exercise careful judgment, confidentiality and tact in the performance of duties. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Ability to maintain consistent presence at assigned worksite and regularly work hours specified under contract.

Requirements

• High school diploma or its equivalent
• Current Washington State RN or LPN License
• Valid CPR/First Aid certificate
• Desire and aptitude to work with children and/or young adults with special needs is required.
• Knowledge and skills of computer applications used to assist with student data management.
• Ability to work both independently and cooperatively in a team situation.
• Ability and willingness to work with a diverse student population in a culturally responsive manner.
• Organizational skills and flexibility to respond to changing student needs.
• Ability to interact positively and professionally with staff, supervisors and students.
• Must be able to function in a calm, efficient, courteous manner under stress and to exercise careful judgment, confidentiality and tact in the performance of duties.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to maintain consistent presence at assigned worksite and regularly work hours specified under contract.
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence and memos.
• Ability to write reports and business correspondence.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from staff, students and parents.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.
• Ability to accurately determine medication dosage per physician prescription.
• Ability to solve practical or complex problems and deal with a variety of concrete and abstract variables.
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
• Ability to communicate effectively with children and adults, including making contact with parents, medical personnel, community and social health services
• Ability to assess the need for medical care of students
• Ability to deal with students in a warm and confident manner
• Ability to work effectively with special needs students
• Ability to be flexible, prioritize duties, organize activities and work independently
• Ability to communicate a positive image of the employer through personal and professional avenues
• Ability to learn new skills and adapt to a variety of situations
• Ability to function as a team member in the school setting
• Ability to use critical thinking skills in the routine care and planning of students
• Knowledge of Nurse Practice Act as it relates to school nursing
• Knowledge of current health care practice and nursing techniques and procedures
• Skill and competence in administration of medication, first aid, catheterization, suctioning and other duties as assigned
• Ability to lift 50 pounds and/or push/pull up to 80 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and peripheral vision.
• The employee needs to be able to tell where a sound is coming from and hear in a noisy environment.
• Valid Washington State Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse license to be maintained during duration of employment
• Valid First Aid and CPR training to be maintained during duration of employment
• Valid Washington State driver's license and ability to obtain Type II license

Nice To Haves

• Previous successful experience in education, social work or other related occupation preferred.

Responsibilities

• Work cohesively with students, parents and staff in providing health care and components of health education
• Provide first aid for students and staff in a variety of situations
• Administer medications consistent with doctor’s orders and state regulations under the supervision of the certificated ESA nurse
• Delegate appropriate nursing tasks to unlicensed personnel under the supervision of the certificated ESA nurse, and consistent with the Nurse Practice Act (LPNs many not delegate tasks).
• Keep the certificated ESA nurse informed of accidents, injuries, and illnesses requiring medical intervention
• Assist the certificated ESA nurse in assessment, monitoring, and information gathering for the purposes of case management
• Follow Individualized Health Plans (IHPs), and assist the certificated ESA nurse with care planning for field trips, and emerging student health needs
• Conduct vision and hearing screenings as directed by the certificated ESA nurse as mandated by state regulations
• Participate as a team member in the attendance process
• Participate as a team member in promoting illness and injury prevention programs
• Observe strict confidentiality regarding student and personnel information
• Promote and practice professional growth and development
• Follow nursing procedures required for school attendance to both the general education student populations and the medically handicapped population according to Nurse Practice Act
• Alert staff to health concerns on a “need to know” basis
• Follow health related Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) and attend IEP meetings, within contracted working hours, when requested by the certificated ESA nurse
• Follow health related policies and procedures
• Maintain consistent presence at assigned worksite and regular work hours
• Comply with all District policies and procedures
• Perform such other duties as delegated by Lead District Nurse.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees