Job Title*: School Nurse

Position Type: (Exempt or Non-Exempt): Non-exempt, Part-time

Reports to: Director of Health Services

Typical Hours: 8:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.

Closing Date: When Filled

Start Date: TBD

Location: Redmond, WA

Pay Range: Hourly at $45.17 - $51.77 per hour, dependent on experience
Benefits: Employee Assistance Program, Discounted School Lunches, Costco Membership Reimbursement, Passport Discount Program

Application: ONLY Accepted at https://www.tbcs.org/employment; To view our school profile, go to https://www.tbcs.org/fs/resource-manager/view/ce2685db-52df-4716-bc1a-08b04d1325b8.

Do you find reward in investing a piece of yourself into something bigger with an everlasting impact? Do you enjoy being part of a Christian community united in a common goal? Do you enjoy making a difference in the lives of students directly in the classroom or through a supporting role?  Read on to find out more about our amazing school!

The Bear Creek School is a classical Christian School for preschool – grade 12. We are a nondenominational, private, day school accredited by the Northwest Association of Independent Schools. At The Bear Creek School, a Christian classical education serves as a powerful framework for teaching and inspiring students and introducing them to the great minds, great works, great events, great discoveries, and great art of the centuries. We believe knowledge which endures is worth student attention; we believe studying minds of the past helps us understand and shape our future; we believe wisdom is developed by reflectively considering ideas in light of the Christian worldview. The school’s mission is to provide a high-quality, Christian liberal arts education in a nurturing environment that will enable each student to become the individual God intends. Please see our website, www.tbcs.org, for additional information.

Your Role.

The Bear Creek School is currently seeking to add a member to our health team!   The School Nurse, under the general guidance of the Director of Health Services, provides professional nursing care to students and the school community. Our health team of registered nurses is committed to the health and wellness of our students in a safe, supportive, and faith-centered environment.

As a member of The Bear Creek School, you belong to a vibrant preschool - grade 12 community fully committed to the mission of our school: to provide a high-quality, Christian liberal arts education in a nurturing environment that will enable each student to become the individual God intends.

Why you should work at The Bear Creek School.

Bear Creek is a vibrant community of faculty and staff committed to the mission, offering many ways for students and adults to learn, play, and serve together in an inclusive, caring environment.

At The Bear Creek School, a Christian classical education serves as a powerful framework for teaching and inspiring students. You can support the mission of Bear Creek through leading in your work area and having an impact on the lives of students.

We are seeking an individual who will…

1. Standards of Nursing Practice
   • Demonstrate nursing knowledge and skills appropriate to the specialty practice of school nursing including growth/development, pediatric/adolescent primary care issues, infectious and communicable diseases, basic pharmacology, management of acute and chronic health conditions for school-aged youth, and school health laws/regulations.
   • Utilize the nursing process (assessment, identification of health needs, intervention, outcome) to plan and provide individualized care for students and the school community.
   • Practice is guided by the Nurse Practice Act, Washington State (DOH, OSPI) and federal laws that are applicable to students’ health needs. Stay current with school policies and procedures affecting student health.

2. Delivery of Health Services
   • Utilize clinical reasoning and critical thinking skills to triage and prioritize students for appropriate care, referral, and follow up.
   • Demonstrate appropriate assessment skills in an emergency situation in the school setting by administering, instructing, and/or delegating to others first aid emergency care. Follow school emergency procedures, manage situations calmly and efficiently.
   • Maintain security and safety of all medications, ensure safe handling, administration, and documentation of all medications given in accordance with established policies and procedures.
   • Coordination of Care
     • Plan and manage care for students with life threatening health concerns by implementing Individual Healthcare Plans (IHP) in collaboration with the student’s parents, physician as indicated.
     • Initiate referrals for diagnosis and treatment of identified health needs and provide follow up. Act as a liaison for school, parent, and community.
   • Communication/Collaboration
     • Initiate timely communication about changes in student health status across school departments (academic faculty/staff, food services, administration, facilities, athletics, counselors) to optimize student health, safety, and confidentiality.
     • Communicate clearly and effectively (verbally and in writing). Establish rapport with students, parents, healthcare providers, and community agencies. Practice effective conflict resolutions skills.
     • Implement communicable disease control in the school, including monitoring, surveillance, and participating in disease prevention and outbreak management.
   • Teaching/Instruction
     • Promote and provide health education to students, staff, and families. Act as a resource for staff regarding employee health issues.
   • Provide nursing coverage for overnight field trips.
   • Perform other related duties as assigned and/or which are appropriate.

3. Professional Responsibilities
   • Documentation
     • Proficient use of technology and health-related databases (Outlook, Teams, OneNote, Word, PowerPoint, Magnus Health, Veracross, Excel).
     • Enter student health information and updates into Magnus Health correctly and in a timely manner. Ensure the accuracy and security of confidential health information, including treatment notes, immunization, and medication administration records.
     • Appropriately document all essential communications to facilitate Health Team continuity of care for students and families.
   • Health Room maintenance
     • Maintain Health Room supplies and equipment in an orderly, well-stocked, and clean manner. Ensures Health Room is prepared to receive patients.
   • Education
     • Seek clinical continuing educational activities to develop professional skills and knowledge in school nursing.
     • Attend mandatory trainings for employment (including BBP, CPR/FA); maintain professional records and nursing licensure/certifications.
     • Mentor colleagues and new school nurse professionals in the role of school nurse.
   • Quality Improvement
     • Systemically review the quality-of-care delivery and recommend/initiate changes as needed.

The successful individual in this position will:

• Enjoy working in a fast-paced environment.
• Take initiative.
• Execute things independently when needed and work as a cooperative team member.

Disclaimers

The Bear Creek School is an equal opportunity employer. All employees of The Bear Creek School must agree to carry out their responsibilities in a manner that is consistent with The Bear Creek School’s Mission Statement, Statement of Faith, Employee Handbook, and conduct themselves in a manner consistent with biblical standards.

Offers of employment are contingent on the successful outcome of a criminal background check.

The above job posting is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required for the position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties requested by their supervisor in compliance with Federal and State Laws. Regular attendance and punctuality are essential functions of all jobs at The Bear Creek School.

Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and/or abilities. To perform this job successfully, the employee must possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently. Continued employment remains on an “at-will” basis.

All job requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Some requirements may exclude individuals who cannot perform the essential functions of the position, even with reasonable accommodations, or who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves or other employees and students.

Required Experience and Education.

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) from an accredited college or university.
• Valid Washington State Registered Nursing license.
• Previous experience in a K-12 school setting preferred.
• Currently holds CPR/AED/First Aid Certification (with Epinephrine Auto Injector supplement included), or arrangements made to obtain certification within 90 days of employment start date.
• Valid Washington State driver’s license and access to personal transportation.
• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States for any employer. No sponsorship is available for this position.

It's more than a Job. As a part of our community, you also need to:

• Positively support the school’s mission, policies and practices.
• Be truthful, positive, and purposeful when communicating with others.
• Be reliable, punctual, self-directed and organized.
• Demonstrate strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Be a flexible and adaptable team player with a growth mindset.
• Maintain confidentiality and security of information.
• Be effective in prioritizing and handling multiple concurrent tasks.
• Adhere to biblical standards in all areas of conduct.

You must meet the following physical requirements.

• Requires standing for long periods of time.
• Walking/driving between campuses.
• Providing nursing coverage for overnight field trips.

About The Bear Creek School

The Bear Creek School is a classical Christian School for Preschool – 12th grade. We are a nondenominational, private, day school accredited by the Pacific Northwest Association of Independent Schools (PNAIS). Please see our website, www.tbcs.org, for additional information.

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