11 RN On-Call

Department: School Health Services

Program: 1:1 Nursing - On Call

Reports to: Nursing Supervisor School Health Services

Classification/Range: Licensed

Schedule: Varies per student needs

POSITION PURPOSE:

The ONCALL 1:1 RN provides direct nursing services to one student to allow the student with complex health needs to fully access their education.

NATURE & SCOPE:

This position is subject to board policies administrative rules and procedures department regulations and applicable state and federal statutes. This position carries/does not carry administrative authority. All commitments outside of authorized programs and services are subject to prior approval by the supervisor of this position.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Facilitate health services for identified student by:
• Developing a Student Health Management Plan (SHMP) and providing a summary of health information including recommendations for the school program including:
• Nursing care plan
• Emergency plans as indicated
• Delegation and assignment of nursing procedures to Unregulated Assistive Persons (UAPs) as indicated
• Transportation plans
• IEP goals
• Collaboration with the Complex Needs Nurses as indicated
• Providing continuous observation and assessment of student health needs
• Periodically re-evaluating student health status identified health concerns goals and placement to determine if modifications could be necessary.
• Act as liaison between the family school staff and medical providers to ensure effective communication and to make sure the student is being provided the least restrictive and safe school environment.
• Participate as a member of the multidisciplinary team and make appropriate recommendations regarding how the students health needs fit within the IEP.
• Demonstrate commitment to maintain professional practice competency.
• Contribute to a positive and productive work environment.
• Consult with the Nursing Supervisor for assistance and/or direction when needed.
• Other job-related duties as assigned by SHS Administration
• Maintain regular and punctual Attendance

ESSENTIAL QUALITIES:

Equity: Lead and support regional equity initiatives

Vision: Lead with vision follow-through and student focus.

Trust: Develop trust among coworkers and students through honesty and fairness.

Communication: Communicate in an inclusive effective and collaborative manner.

Personal Qualities: Be respectful excel in customer service caring humble and courageous.

Agency-wide perspective: Be involved in and supportive of continuous overall improvement of MESD programs and services.

Attendance: Daily and consistent attendance and punctuality are paramount as this provides consistency and alignment with students peers and programming outcomes.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS SKILLS ABILITIES:

• Willingness to work a flexible schedule
• Demonstrated effective communication leadership and time management skills
• Valid drivers license and vehicle available for use
• Current certification in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR)

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS SKILLS ABILITIES:

• Bilingual or multilingual in Spanish Vietnamese Chinese Russian Somali

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• Valid Oregon license to practice as a Registered Nurse and
• Recent experience (within the last 5 years) working in a hospital or community setting with chronic or technology-supported health conditions.
• Any combination of education and experience that would provide the applicant with the desired skills knowledge and ability required to perform the job

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Work is performed primarily on a school campus both indoors and outdoors including classrooms gyms cafeterias and community locations. Duties involve standing walking climbing bending pushing pulling and lifting. The role requires the use of durable medical equipment and standard office equipment (e.g. computer). Accompanying the student on the bus and occasional home visits travel to health-care or social-service providers are also required. The position frequently involves working with students families or staff in high-stress situations.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical and mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by employees to successfully perform the essential functions of this classification. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1. Mobility: Ability to sit stand walk and move around for extended periods of time.
2. Lifting: Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
3. Vision: Visual acuity to read and interpret written and electronic information.
4. Dexterity: Ability to use hands and fingers to handle feel and operate objects tools or controls.
5. Hearing/speaking: Ability to communicate and exchange accurate information so others will understand.
6. Emotional/Psychological: Ability to maintain composure and professionalism in challenging situations remain empathetic and understanding towards individuals with diverse backgrounds and needs handle stress and pressure effectively and adapt to change in the workplace.

NOTE: The description contained herein reflects general details as necessary to describe the principle 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 to balance the workload.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

MESD recognizes the diversity and worth of all individuals and groups. It is the policy of MESD that there will be no discrimination or harassment of individuals or groups based on race color religion gender sexual orientation gender identity gender expression national origin marital status age veterans status genetic information or disability in any educational programs activities or employment.

Reasonable accommodations for the application and interview process will be provided upon request and as required in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. Individuals with disabilities may contact the Human Resources Director for additional information or assistance. Speech/Hearing impaired persons may contact the district for assistance through the Oregon telecommunications Relay Service at 1-.