Certificate School Nurse
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POSITION Certificate School Nurse
LOCATION Districtwide
FTE 1.0
DAYS/YEAR 184
CONTRACTContinuing
SALARYPer theWVEA Salary Schedule
- Dependent on verified education and experience
- Prorated for partial FTE positions
- Additional compensation and benefits as outlined in theWVEA CBA
- Placementaccording to verified education & experience
- Pay is annualized over 12 months
JOB TYPE Exempt
UNION/CONTRACT West Valley Education Association(WVEA)
START DATEAugust 21 2025
SUMMARY
The School Nurseadvancesthe health wellness and safety of students through: health education direct service to students delivery ofstaff and student trainings and system wide collaboration. The School Nurse also ensures the delivery of appropriate health care services according to the school health care plan and assists in the development and evaluation of IEP and 504 plans of students with health needs.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience in school nursing
- Experience with IEPs and 504 plans.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelorof Science in Nursing.
- Washington State Educational Staff Associates School Nurse Certificate.
- Current Washington State Registered Nurse License.
- Experience working with children and families in preventive nursing.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills with students staff administrators and families.
- Demonstrate mature behavior and ability to use sound judgment in working with students parents staff and the community.
- Ability to communicate in a positive and professional manner through positive interactions with staff and students in the West Valley community.
- Value and respect for all students staff and families including typically underserved students.
- Experience effectively collaborating with colleagues to fulfill common departmental/program goals and objectives.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Coordinate and conduct school health services including mandated screenings immunization programs and the provision of healthcare in multiple school settings.
- Assess student health needs recommend appropriate action and monitor communicable diseases and other illnesses.
- Identify and plan for the health needs of medically fragile students and those with chronic health concerns.
- Consult with students parents and staff regarding health needs and services ensuring effective communication and collaboration.
- Collaborate with healthcare providers students and families to assess the needs of students with long-term illness or injury including home visits when necessary.
- Participate in multi-disciplinary teams at the building level to advise on modifying educational programs to meet the health needs of individual students.
- Maintain standard health room procedures including medication administration first aid illness procedures BECCA compliance and attendance management in cooperation with Health Services Assistants office staff and the Principal.
- Maintain current and accurate cumulative health care records and oversee the accurate maintenance of student health and immunization records.
- Identify students in need of medical and dental care and facilitate referrals for services as needed.
- Act as a liaison between physicians school personnel parents and students regarding health problems ensuring effective communication and collaboration.
- Contribute to the development and implementation of a comprehensive school health program in collaboration with school administration and staff.
- Assist students families and the school community in achieving optimal levels of wellness through appropriately designed and delivered health education.
- Serve as a resource to staff students and parents concerning health issues providing guidance and support.
- Maintain confidentiality within legal regulatory and ethical parameters of Health and Education ensuring privacy and professionalism.
- Complete written reports as required by state or local agencies adhering to reporting guidelines and standards.
- Consult and assist classroom staff with health curriculum such as HIV/AIDS BAT and Family Life providing expertise and guidance.
- Advise on exclusion and readmission of students in compliance with board policy and local health district regulations on infections and contagious diseases.
- Engage in continuing professional education through attending classes conferences and staying informed about current legislation pertaining to school nurses.
- Perform other related duties as assigned demonstrating flexibility and dedication to the well-being of students.
IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR
Special Services Director/Building Principal
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT
Salary and work yearare determined by thenegotiated agreement and the needs of the District.
Verification of identity and United States work authorizationmust becompleted before employment commences. The successful candidate for thispositionmust complete a fingerprinted background check with the Washington State Patrol and the Federal Bureau of Investigation. Employment is contingent upon clearance of the background check.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
HEALTHCARE BENEFITS -Employees who meet the eligibility criteria outlined in Chapter 182-31WAChave access to medical dental vision supplemental life and supplemental disability insurance through the School Employee Benefit Board (SEBB).
RETIREMENT -All regular non-substitute employeesare enrolledin a state retirement plan through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems (DRS).
SICK LEAVE -All regular non-substitute employees receive 12 sick leave days (proratedbased on FTE) and paid time off. Substitute employees receive sick leave perRCW49.46.210.
PAID TIME OFF -All regular non-substitute employees receive paid time off including annual and/or vacation leave. Paid time off varies bypositionand work year. Refer to the applicableCollective Bargaining Agreement or salary schedulefor details.
OTHER BENEFITS
Classified employees receive 10-13 paid holidays (depending onposition& work year). Refer to the applicableCollective Bargaining Agreement or salary schedulefor details.
Employeesmay beeligible forVEBAincluding monthlyaccrualand/or sick leave conversion. Benefits arepositionspecific. Refer to the applicableCollective Bargaining Agreement or salary schedulefor details.
West Valley 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 employeeshave been designatedto handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination: Title IX and Civil Rights Compliance Coordinator: Sabre Dahl 2805 N Argonne Rd. Spokane Valley WA 99212 Phone: .Section 504 Coordinator Dan Andrews2805 N Argonne Rd. Spokane Valley WA 99212 Phone: .
Employment Type
Full-Time
