REGISTERED NURSE, Special Education Department, 2022-2023 School Year

SUMMARY

This position assists in meeting the health care needs of a Special Education student according to district policies, school procedures and under the guidance of medical directives. This position requires a 1:1 support for a student and provides appropriate care for medically fragile needs within the school day, including support on school-based transportation.

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ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

1. Assists, promotes, and protects the optimal health status of a student.
2. Works as a team member with school staff to help students obtain optimal physical, emotional, and social well-being necessary for learning, when applicable.
3. Assists with and administers first aid care and specialized treatment in accordance with established guidelines for ill, medically fragile, and injured students.
4. Assists in the safe administration of medication as mandated by state law and district policy.
5. Prepares and/or maintains documentation and reports necessary to carry out the specialized medical procedures for Special Education student. There is no direct supervision provided by the school nurse. This role requires someone who is knowledgeable and competent in procedures as clean intermittent catheterization (CIC) tube feeding, tracheotomy suctioning, seizure management, pediatric ventilator supports, and possible assistance or supervision of toileting/diapering needs.
6. Assists in maintaining students' documentation of health needs during the school setting and may need to communicate and collaborate with student's private medical providers in accordance with legal and district requirements.
7. Follows established procedures to ensure confidentiality.
8. Maintains clear and open communication with the school nurse and school staff concerning the needs of the medically fragile student under direct care and supervision.
9. Participates in planning guidelines and procedures for emergency care of acute illnesses and injuries occurring while student is under the jurisdiction of the school.
10. Assists with maintenance of order and discipline and a sanitary and safe environment in the classroom.

OTHER JOB DUTIES

1. Participates in continuing education activities, building staff meetings, and staff development training as assigned.

1. Models healthful practices.

1. Required to ride bus with students.
2. Performs related duties as assigned for direct care of student.

Other Job Type (if applicable) : 1:1 Nurse 2022-2023 School Year

Salary Rate Range : Depending upon qualifications; standard competitive rates

Endorsement Code : ESA: Nurse

Additional Job Information : CONDITIONS
Required to visually concentrate on detail and be precise; maintain medical knowledge and skills in relation to expected needs of student assignment; required to deal with multiple parties (parents, school staff, private providers) and student in professional demeanor; travels within school district with the student; walks, runs, bends, and squats to attend to needs of a medically fragile student.

This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. District administration has the exclusive right to alter this job description giving consideration to bargaining comment. The statements contained herein reflect general details as necessary to describe the primary functions of this job, the level of knowledge and skill typically required and the scope of responsibility, but should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of 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 balance the workload.

Dieringer School District #343 will provide equal educational opportunity and treatment for all students in all aspects of the academic and activities program without discrimination based on race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, honorably discharged, veteran or military status, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, marital status, the presence of any sensory, mental or physical disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability. The district will provide equal access to school facilities to the Boy Scouts of America and all other designated youth groups listed in Title 36 of the Unites States Code as a patriotic society. District programs shall be free from sexual harassment. Auxiliary aids and services will be provided upon request to individuals with disabilities.

Qualifications : Minimum Qualifications:

Education and Experience
RN license is required; Associate degree in nursing from an accredited college/university or Bachelor in Science of Nursing is preferred; pediatric nursing experience is preferred; community health nursing or school based nursing experience is recommended; or, any combination of experience and training which provides the applicant with the knowledge, skills, and ability required to perform the work.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
*Knowledge of basic first aid and health care practices and procedures, basic symptoms of communicable and other childhood diseases.
*Knowledge of basic principles of human growth and development.
*Skill in identifying student health problems and communicating with school staff.
*Ability to demonstrate reasonable, reliable and regular attendance.
*Ability to model healthful practices.
*Ability to maintain confidentiality.
*Ability to perform duties in accordance with established guidelines, local, state, and federal laws.
*Ability to understand and carry out verbal and written instructions.
*Ability to plan and organize work.
*Ability to lift and transfer students according to proper procedures.
*Ability to monitor and control student behavior.
*Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with a variety of people in a multi-cultural, diverse socio-economic setting.
*Ability to participate as part of a team.

Licenses/Special Requirements:
*Must possess a current Registered Nurse (RN) license, WA state preferred.
*Must possess first aid, CPR, and AED certificates prior to starting employment.
*Must have a valid driver?s license and access to personal transportation.
*Must maintain all licenses and certifications as a condition of continued employment.

Clearances:
*OSPI fingerprint clearance
*Ability to provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination upon request