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POSITION Substitute School Nurse
LOCATION Varied based on job assignment
SUMMARY OF ASSIGNMENT
Under the direction and supervision of a certificated school nurse and Health Services Director, the Substitute School Nurse works as a member of the building and district health services team to meet the needs of individual students, coordinate and carry out health care services to the building as necessary, within the scope and standards of nursing practice.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Current WA State RN or LPN license.
• Washington State Driver's License.
• Computer knowledge and experience with electronic record keeping
• Ability to exercise good judgment and manage time well
• Positive, motivating, and caring attitude towards students.
• Knowledge and experience maintaining confidentiality consistent with HIPPA & FERPA.
• Pediatric background and familiarity with childhood health conditions preferred
• Relates positively to youth and adults of varying socioeconomic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform necessary medical procedures under the training and supervision of the District Certificated School Nurse. These include, but are not limited to, diabetes care, tube feeding, suctioning and catheterization, and monitoring seizure disorders.
• Assist the Certificated School Nurse in implementing individual health care plans for students with health care needs and update appropriate District staff as needed regarding changes or updates.
• Perform professional nursing tasks as needed, including emergency services and supportive care, adhering to the scope and standards of nursing practice
• Supervise designated school staff and participate in the administration of oral medication to students, and maintain paperwork as needed.
• Perform school mandated requirements with immunization and screenings
• Address health care concerns of special education students, including personal hygiene care.
• Assist with state-required screenings, ie. Vision, Hearing, and Scoliosis.
• Assist with the maintenance of health and immunization records.
• Work in cooperation with certificated and classified staff to promote a medically effective, friendly, and caring atmosphere for students and parents.
• Establish relationships that enhance communication with district personnel.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR
Building Principal/Special Services Director/Certificate Nurse
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT
All substitute positions are on an on-call as-needed basis.
Salary: The substitute rate will be Step 1 for the position on the negotiated PSE salary schedule.
Verification of identity and United States work authorization must be completed before employment commences. The successful candidate for this position must 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 182-31 WAC have access to medical, dental, vision, supplemental life, and supplemental disability insurance through the School Employee Benefit Board (SEBB).
SICK LEAVE - Substitute employees receive sick leave per RCW 49.46.210.
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 employees have been designated to 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: (509) 924-2150, sabre.dahl@WVSD.org. Section 504 Coordinator, Dan Andrews, 2805 N Argonne Rd., Spokane Valley WA 99212, Phone: (509) 922-5478, dan.andrews@WVSD.org.