Job Details

NURSE - SUMMER PROGRAMS (ESY, Marine Science Camp, Summer Boost, Native American Camp, Summer School)

Reports To:

Assistant Director of Teaching & Learning

Bargaining Unit:

SKEA

Department:

Office of Special Services

Salary Schedule

Per Diem

Employment Type:

Certificated

Adoption Date

FLSA Status:

Hourly

Updated Date:

April 2024

Hours per Day:

Varies

Days per Year:

Belonging is a core value in the South Kitsap School District. We are passionate about building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable learning environment for all students and staff. We actively seek to understand the complex and rich identities of self and others and lean into and engage in courageous conversations. We know the educational environment is enhanced when diverse groups of people with unique ideas come together to learn and grow.

South Kitsap Employees Will:

• Maintain and enhance a sense of belonging and success for traditionally marginalized populations.
• Cultivate and develop inclusive and equitable working relationship with students, families, staff and community members.
• Demonstrate understanding of our unique cultures and celebrate differences.
• Embrace and actively promote an inclusive and equitable learning environment.

Comments: This is an in-district posting for current South Kitsap School District employees ONLY

Submit a district voluntary transfer request form to Sadie Hoettel, Employment Services Specialist, in the Human Resources Department by 4:00 pm on posting close date. Most programs will be held at Marcus Whitman Middle School.

Voluntary Transfer Request Form - SUMMER PROGRAMS

This position will cover all Summer Programs from June 24-July 19 to be held at Marcus Whitman and Discovery Alt. Marine Science Camp to be held at Cedar Heights, John Sedgwick, and Marcus Whitman.

Employment is dependent on sufficient student enrollment. June 24, 2024 -July 19, 2024. Monday through Thursday, and Friday July 19. May require additional hours for set-up and wrap-up. Will work in conjunction with Summer Programs Coordinators.

Summary:

The primary focus of the School Nurse position is the implementation and monitoring of the students' health needs throughout summer programs. The School Nurse acts as a resource person to the staff, teachers, and parents. The School Nurse oversees the work of office staff and other employees in the performance of their health-related duties. Since this position is one that deals with students and at times the public, it is expected that sound judgment will always be used to protect the confidentiality of entrusted information. The position serves students at both elementary and secondary locations throughout the district.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Participates as a team member with responsibility for nursing services for our students;
• Assists with development and implementation of Health Care Plans for assigned students;
• Modifies health plans to meet individual student needs;
• Participates with other staff to cooperatively plan, develop, and implement health plans designed to assist students to achieve required academic learning standards;
• Oversee or dispense medication as needed;
• Maintains student records in a timely and orderly fashion, including health services data, essential learning data, and cumulative records. Regularly reports student health progress or issues as appropriate;
• Provides health services to students utilizing approved medical standards;
• Participates in child guidance discussions to provide appropriate programs for the developmental level of each student;
• Participates in team and individual program planning;
• Participates in staff meetings, planning events, and department meetings;
• Works cooperatively with total building staff to lead, guide, and coordinate others in an atmosphere of cooperation and collegiality;
• Works under limited supervision following standardized practices and/or health delivery methods;

Competencies:

Teamwork - Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; gives and welcomes appropriate feedback; contributes to building a positive team spirit; puts success of team above own interests;

Planning/Organizing - Prioritizes and plans work activities; uses time efficiently; plans for additional resources; conserves organizational resources;

Computer Skills - To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of computer operating systems;

Customer Service - Maintains professional demeanor when dealing with difficult or emotional situations; responds promptly to staff, student and public needs; solicits feedback to improve service; responds to requests for service and assistance;

Mathematical Skills - Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals;

Interpersonal Skills - Keeps emotions under control; remains open to others' ideas and tries new things; shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; promotes a harassment-free environment;

Oral and Written Communication - Listens and gets clarification; responds well to questions; participates in meetings; read and comprehend written and verbal instructions; writes clearly and informatively;

Professionalism - Approaches other in a tactful manner; reacts well under pressure; treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; accepts responsibility for own actions; follows through on commitments;

Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; looks for ways to improve and promote quality; applies feedback to improve performance; monitors own work to ensure quality;

Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; reports potentially unsafe conditions; uses equipment and materials properly;

Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time; arrives at meetings and appointments on time;

Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; takes responsibility for own actions; meets commitments; follows policies and procedures.

Minimum Requirements:

• Baccalaureate degree in nursing;
• Washington State Education Staff Associate (ESA) Certification for School Nursing and a valid Washington State Registered Nursing License;
• A valid Washington State driver's license as driving to and from school locations is a daily requirement;
• Demonstrated knowledge of the rules and regulations of the State of Washington concerning health standards and requirements in the school setting;
• Must be flexible, exhibit a commitment to accomplishment, possess outstanding communication and conceptual skills, demonstrate appropriate and positive student relationships, possess a strong professional orientation and be willing to actively participate in a team environment;
• Demonstrated successful nursing experience;
• Demonstrated compatibility with staff, program, and school goals;
• Demonstrated commitment to fostering a positive attitude with students, self, and others.

Other Requirements:

• Completed Voluntary Transfer Request form to Sadie Hoettel @ ...@skschools.org

Application Procedure:

PRINCIPALS AND HIRING ADMINISTRATORS CONSIDER ONLY THOSE QUALIFIED APPLICANTS WITH COMPLETE AND CURRENT INFORMATION ON THEIR VOLUNTARY TRANSFER FORM.

Positions close at 4:00 p.m. on the final day of posting.

If you need assistance with this process, please contact Human Resources at (360) ###-#### or ...@skschools.org.

The South Kitsap School District #402 complies with all state and federal rules and regulations and does not discriminate in any employment, programs, or activities on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, veteran or military status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, disability, or the use of trained dog guides 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:

Compliance/ADA/Title IX Coordinator:

Will Sarett

Executive Director of Human Resources

2689 Hoover Ave SE

Port Orchard, EA 98366

(360) ###-####

...@skschools.org

Section 504 Coordinator:
Kimberly House

2689 Hoover Ave SE

Port Orchard, WA 98366

...@skschools.org

Gender Inclusivity Compliance Officer:
Dr. Tom Edwards,
Assistant Superintendent for Student Achievement
2689 Hoover Ave SE, Port Orchard, WA 98366
360-###-####
...@skschools.org

South Kitsap School District will also take steps to assure that national origin persons who lack English language skills can participate in all education programs, services, and activities. For information regarding translational bilingual education programs, contact the Executive Director of Teaching and Learning at (360) ###-####.

All Employees are required to furnish proof of identity and employment authorization status.

The South Kitsap School District is committed to providing a drug-free, tobacco-free environment for all persons-students, community and staff.

Any offer of employment with the South Kitsap School District is on a conditional basis pending the successful completion of an FBI and Washington State Patrol fingerprint background check.