*This posting could be for multiple openings in the district.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: This posting is to create a pool of qualified candidates, from which to hire from, as positions become available. This position is part of the KEA bargaining unit.
ASSIGNMENT: Developing and maintaining a system of care which will minimize the effect of sudden illness and injury in the school setting; providing orientation for volunteers and staff assisting in the health room; promoting measures which will protect students and others in accord with state and local health department regulations; assessing and evaluating the health and developmental status of pupils through nursing diagnosis and appropriate evaluative techniques to promote optimal learning; organizing health screening programs for vision, hearing, and scoliosis to meet state requirements; participating in planning educational services appropriate for pupils whose physical, mental, and behavioral deviations interfere with their learning; assisting students, parents, and school staff in obtaining factual information to enable them to make sound decisions relative to their health; and assisting in providing a safe and healthful school environment. The school nurse is a health educator and, as such, will be involved in classroom instructional activities.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: This position is part of the KEA bargaining unit.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
1. Educational Staff Associate certification for School Nurse required and must be on file prior to beginning work.
2. Bachelor of Science in nursing and licensed as a registered nurse in the state of Washington
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Experience in school nursing
- Proficiency in second language
- Ability to exhibit multicultural and ethnic understanding and sensitivity with the ability to communicate effectively with all cultural groups in the school community
- Experience working with a diverse student population and the specific school demographics
- Desired characteristics are: flexibility; ability to organize ideas, time and materials to accomplish goals; enthusiasm; ability to express ideas clearly and understand concepts being discussed; ability to learn new ideas and skills; ability and willingness to develop favorable relationships with students; and willingness to model behavior deemed appropriate by the school district and the community.
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