Description

Summary

The Colville School District is accepting applications for a 1:1 Registered Nurse (RN) or a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN). This is a one-to-one nursing assignment that requires riding the bus with the student from home to school and school to home. The nurse will provide direct nursing care, ventilator and tracheostomy management, and emergency response as needed. The nurse will serve as a member of the Colville School District staff and collaborate closely with the district nurse, health care providers, school personnel, and the student's family. Candidates must hold a current Washington RN or LPN license.

Essential Duties

• Provide constant 1:1 nursing care for a student during the school day and on the bus.
• Monitor ventilator and tracheostomy function, oxygen saturation, vital signs, and overall medical status.
• Perform suctioning, trach care, ventilator management, and emergency interventions as outlined in the student's care plan.
• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed by physician orders.
• Work as a positive and collaborative member of the school staff to foster the primary goals of the Colville School District.
• Implement and follow the student's Individualized Health Care Plan and Emergency Care Plan.
• Maintain accurate documentation of services, observations, and interventions.
• Communicate effectively with the district nurse, building staff, health care providers, and parents/guardians.
• Safely accompany the student on the school bus to and from school daily.
• Maintain required medical supplies and ensure equipment readiness.
• Participate in required training and district health/safety procedures.
• Perform other health-related duties as assigned, within the scope of practice.

Physical Demands

• The employee must have the ability to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• The employee must have the ability to respond quickly in emergency situations.
• Frequent standing, walking, sitting, bending, and reaching are required to provide care.

Work Environment

• Care provided in the classroom, bus, and other school environments.
• Exposure to inside/outside weather during transportation.
• Moderate to loud noise levels depending on setting
• Frequent interruptions and occasional emergency-type situations.

Salary & Benefits Schedule

The position follows the student calendar (summers off, Christmas break off, spring break off, etc.)

This position has the potential to be a part of the Colville Education Association (CEA) Teacher’s Bargaining Unit. Salary is in accordance with the Colville Education Association (CEA) Collective Bargaining Agreement. The position includes a full comprehensive benefit package with medical, dental, vision, life/AD&D, and long-term disability, as well as participation in Washington State’s school retirement programs. Information about benefits and retirement can be found here.

Hourly Rates: 

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and Educator who fully and actively supports equal access for all people, regardless of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, disability, and the use of a trained dog guide or service animal, and equal access to the Boy Scouts of America and other designated youth groups. We prohibit retaliation against individuals who bring forth any complaint, orally or in writing, to the employer or the government, or against any individuals who assist or participate in the investigation of any complaint, or otherwise oppose discrimination. The following positions have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination: Civil Rights Coordinator - Exec. Director of Business & Operations, Section 504 Coordinator - Exec. Director of Student Services, Title IX Coordinator - Exec. Director of Student Services. Contact: 217 S. Hofstetter Street, Colville WA 99114 [email protected] 509-684-7850. The Colville School District is a drug free/tobacco free workplace. This organization requires a successful applicant to provide eligibility and verification of legal right to work in the United States in compliance with Immigration Reform and Control Act. Notice: The candidate selected will be hired on a temporary basis subject to favorable reporting of a state and national fingerprinting background. An Equal Opportunity Employer.

Requirements

Qualifications

• Current Washington State RN or LPN license.
• Experience with ventilator and tracheostomy care preferred.
• Ability to follow physician orders and nursing care plans.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Knowledge of confidentiality standards.
• Employment contingent upon Washington State Patrol and FBI background clearance.