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Company Name: EVERETT PUBLIC SCHOOL

Job Title: NURSES - RN SUBSTITUTE

Location: EVERETT, WA

Profession: Nursing

Job Description:

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:	The Registered Nurse substitute will work in various locations throughout the Everett Public School District.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:	Knowledge of health care and nursing techniques and principles, including pharmacology; state and federal regulations affecting RN and school RN responsibilities and licensure; basic record keeping processes, including alpha-numeric filing systems. Knowledge of, and ability to work with, student IEPs (Individual Education Plans) and to contribute as needed to Multi-Disciplinary Teams (MDTs) and/or Section 504 processes. Ability to delegate health service tasks consistent with State law and regulations. Knowledge of communicable diseases and ability to report such diseases to appropriate municipal and governmental agencies. Skills in assessing the physical and emotional needs of students; skills for keyboarding, data entry and word processing. Ability to administer First Aid and CPR; administer medications to students, and knowledge of attendant laws and policies for dispensing, delegating medication administration and control of medications. Ability to respond consistently and appropriately to all students in a calm, reassuring and nurturing manner. Ability to plan and provide effective training to staff members assigned with delegated and other health care duties. Ability to learn and operate microcomputers and software system; remain flexible to changing situations; prioritize duties, organize activities and work independently; communicate tactfully and effectively, both orally and in writing; follow and give written and oral instructions. Handle confidential matters and information in a professional manner; establish and maintain effective working relationships with a variety of people from diverse backgrounds; lift objects weighing up to 40 pounds; perform tasks requiring bilateral dexterity; move quickly from one physical location to another; walk, stand, drive, crouch, crawl, bend and/or kneel.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:	Develop and implement individual health care plans for students with critical health care needs; complete or delegate health services tasks associated with these plans. Triage, assess and address student and/or staff illnesses and injuries, including administering medications, First Aid and CPR, consistent with State laws and regulations. Delegate administration of medications to the extent appropriate under State law/regulations; monitor medication administration by other school staff; and administer medications when required by the situation and student health needs. Monitor student health records and data, including immunizations, documentation of medication administration, confidential documents and State reports. Manage health screening programs, including vision, scoliosis and communicable disease control. Perform nursing assessments and develop and implement IEPs when required by law; participate on IEP teams as needed. Work as a member of a team with other nurses and health services staff to coordinate and carry out services. Provide training and support to staff involved in health services delivery. Be a resource person for instructional staff and students concerning dental, nutrition, HIV/AIDS, growth and development, and other health-related topics. Make appropriate health referrals based upon knowledge of available community resources. Alert appropriate staff regarding student medical concerns. Use computers and related technologies. Collaborate with staff and parents in advocating for children. Provide input to the school principals regarding performance evaluation of Health Ro
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:	High school diploma or equivalent; related post-secondary coursework; CPR; current Washington State license as a Registered Nurse (RN).
EMPLOYMENT INFO / APPLY TO:	The job duties/responsibilities of this position have been identified as High Risk (reasonably anticipated to have exposure to Bloodborne Pathogens). Employees in this position are required to complete annual Bloodborne Pathogen (HIV/Hepatitis B) renewal training and are eligible to receive Hepatitis B immunizations paid for by Everett Public Schools.

SALARY:	$28.71/hr (2009-2010) Everett Licensed Nurses Association Salary Schedule.
Effective Year/Work Hours	Hours will vary per assignment.

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