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Kittitas School District - Kittitas, WA
posted 4 days ago
About the position
The Registered Nurse Substitute at Kittitas School District is responsible for enhancing the safety and educational potential of students by carrying out necessary nursing procedures and interventions within the scope of practice for an RN in the school setting. This role involves providing support to the District Nurse and working in partnership with them, while adhering to the school district's policies and procedures, as well as the Washington State Nurse Practice Act. The position requires travel to various district sites to provide nursing services based on changes in student health conditions and staffing requirements.
Responsibilities
- Support the District Nurse by providing nursing coverage to meet the needs of changes in student health conditions and Health Services staffing levels.
- Assist and communicate with the District Nurse in identifying and assessing students with health conditions.
- Assist with the development and delivery of health care plans for medically fragile students.
- Collect and contribute information for the creation and update of student care plans.
- Respond to specific student health care needs as directed by the District Nurse.
- Manage and deliver routine and emergency care for medically fragile students.
- Provide care to all students as afforded by licensure and nursing scope of practice.
- Apply the process of assessment, nursing diagnosis, planning, intervention, and evaluation when providing care.
- Follow health care plans and perform procedures outlined therein.
- Consult with parents regarding the student's medical status as directed by the District Nurse.
- Promote self-care skills for medically fragile students.
- Participate in data collection and reporting for projects and annual reports.
- Help coordinate and participate in health screenings.
- Assist in monitoring student immunization status.
- Complete billing for any qualifying nursing services rendered.
- Participate in multidisciplinary teams and 504 processes if requested.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
Requirements
- Possess and maintain a current Washington State Registered Nurse (RN) license.
- Possess and maintain a current Washington State Driver's license and vehicle insurance.
- Ability to operate a computer and word processing software.
- Understanding of Nurse Practice Act and competence in general nursing practice.
- Experience working with children that are medically fragile or have health concerns.
- Ability to communicate effectively and relate appropriately with students, parents, and staff.
- Dedication to professional growth and development.
- Ability to organize work independently and effectively.
- Maintain confidentiality of sensitive information.
Nice-to-haves
- School district, public health, and community health experience preferred.
- Commitment to the school health program and a desire to interact positively with students.
Benefits
- Employment is contingent upon passing a Washington State Patrol and Federal Bureau Investigation fingerprint screening examination and background check.
- Demonstration of competent effort in the execution of functions and responsibilities.
- Maintain a consistent presence at assigned worksites and regular work hours.
- Comply with all District policies and operational procedures.
- Complete Safeschools online training.
- Obtain a CPR and First Aid Card.
