Job Title:

District Nurse

Direct Supervisor:

Superintendent

POSITION: District Nurse

LOCATION: Kittitas School District

HOURS: 7 hours / day, 189 Days/year

Representation: Public School Employees of Washington

Salary: PSE Salary Schedule

Benefits: PSE Classified Employee Benefits

Primary Function: Enhance 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 and as indicated by students’ health plans and the school district’s policies and procedures. Provide support to and work in partnership with the District Staff. Understand and abide by Kittitas School District Policy, RCW/WAC related to student and school health, Washington State Nurse Practice Act. Travel to and from various district sites to provide nursing services based on changes in student health conditions and in response to district Health Services staffing requirements.

Other Functions and Responsibilities:

Meet the needs of changes in student health conditions and Health Services staffing levels.
Identifying and assessing students with health conditions. Assist with the development and delivery of health care plan(s) for medically fragile students.
Collect and contribute information for the creation and update of student care plans.
Respond to specific student health care needs through personal nursing judgment as the situation demands.
Manage and deliver routine and emergency care for medically fragile students as outlined in care plans and under requirements of licensed nursing practice, DOH and OSPI guidelines, and Washington (RCW/WAC) requirements.
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 any type of care.
Follow health care plans and perform procedures outlined therein including but not limited to administering medications, catheterizations, tube feedings, diabetes care management, trach care, and managing emergent situations.
Consult with parents throughout the school year regarding the student's medical status.
Promote self-care skills for medically fragile students. Supervise student self-care at school as specified in care plan(s). Teach self-care skills while considering students’ developmental level, independent care ability, and the stability of their medical condition.
Participate in data collection and reporting for projects and annual reports
Coordinate and participate in health screenings, such as vision and hearing.
Record the results. Communicate results of screenings to staff and parents.
Monitoring of student immunization status.
Complete billing for any qualifying nursing services rendered.
If requested, participate in the multidisciplinary teams and 504 processes.
Perform other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

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 and to learn to operate the school district’s database as well as necessary state websites and databases. Ability to maintain electronic and paper charting and medical records.
Understanding of Nurse Practice Act. Competence in general nursing practice includes but is not limited to diabetic care management, tube feeding, urinary catheterization, basic trach care, universal precautions, containment of blood, and disposal of sharps.
School district, public health, and community health experience preferred.
Possess experience working with children that are medically fragile, medically complex, or have health concerns.
Commitment to the school health program, and a desire to be a role model to and interact positively with students.
Ability to communicate effectively and relate appropriately with students, parents, and staff members in a professional and positive manner.
Dedication to professional growth and development.
Ability to organize work independently and effectively.
Ability to cooperatively, positively, and effectively work as a member of a team.
Maintain a record of dependability, flexibility, and strong attendance.
Maintain confidentiality of sensitive information in compliance with federal and state regulations and district policies.
Successful WSP and FBI fingerprint/background check

Expectations for Continued Employment:

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.
Must maintain punctuality and regular attendance.
Complete SafeSchools online training
Obtain a CPR and First Aid Card

APPLICATION PROCESS:

Complete district application on Red Rover, Open until filled.

Physical Demands

The usual and customary methods of performing the job’s functions require the following conditions:

Significant: (i.e., sitting, talking, hearing, walking, vision, color vision, peripheral/depth perception, ability to adjust focus, grasping, handling paperwork, repetitive motion, use of a personal computer, looking at a computer monitor, lifting up to 10 pounds)
Frequent: (i.e., standing, bending, carrying, stooping, crouching, kneeling, grasping the use of phone; use of copy machine)
Occasional: (i.e., driving, lifting over 10 pounds up to 45 pounds, reaching above the shoulder, use of fax machine)

Significant - Occupation requires this activity more than 66% of the time (5.5+ hours/day)

Frequent - Occupation requires this activity from 33% to 66% of the time (2.5 to 5.5+ hours/day)

Occasional - Occupation requires this activity up to 33% of the time (0 to 2.5+ hours/day)

The statements contained in this job description reflect general details as necessary to describe the essential functions of this position, the level of knowledge and skill typically required, the scope of responsibilities, and the physical demands, but should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of the work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned, including work in other functional areas to cover absences or relief, to equalize peak work periods, or otherwise to balance the workload. Changes to the position description may be made at the discretion of the employer.

Kittitas School District does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following employee(s) has been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination: Civil Rights Coordinator: Tim Praino, Superintendent, 509-955-3120, tim_praino@ksd403.org ; Title IX Coordinator, Brady Widner @ brady_widner@ksd403.org Section 504/ADA Coordinator: Jenny La Frenier @ Jenny_lafrenier@ksd403.org State and Federal Programs Director, 509-955-3120, 601 N Pierce St., P.O. Box 599 Kittitas, WA. 98934.

School Nurse (RN)