Job Details
Job Location
The Northwest School - Seattle, WA
Position Type
Part Time Administrative Faculty
Description
The Northwest School is a college-preparatory, co-educational independent school near the heart of downtown Seattle. We offer a rich and challenging program to about 400 students in grades 6 through 12, including international students, many of whom live in our campus dormitory.
Northwest offers a vibrant, intellectual home. A warm inclusive community. A dynamic liberal arts education for grades 6-12 that prepares students to think critically, act compassionately, and discover their place in the world.
The Northwest School is a community committed to a diverse and equitable workplace and expects applicants to have a commitment to diversity and social justice. We firmly believe that we are a richer, more creative, and dynamic institution when our collective is built with a diverse set of community members. The Northwest School strives for its faculty and student body to reflect the diversity of the society in which they exist. Candidates from underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply.
Essential Functions:

• The School Nurse identifies and treats minor health issues of students on a daily basis and provides instruction in the maintenance of good health and disease prevention. The School Nurse must evaluate the physical conditions of students and refer students to appropriate resources as needed. Decisions made by the School Nurse require discretionary judgment and analysis
• Oversees all health issues in the school as they relate to students.
• Develops policies, procedures, guidelines, and work standards for school health program.
• Collaborates with other child-support agencies, including the School Nurse Community.
• Monitors compliance of school health programs with federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and policies.
• Initiates program changes as needed.
• Prepares health reports for supervisor, school records and health department.
• Provides first aid care and medically prescribed services with the instructions of the student's doctor/health provider.
• Obtains Care Plans for students with significant health issues.
• Communicates, educates, and serves as a resource to faculty regarding critical care student needs, chronic health conditions, allergies, etc.
• Maintains security of school health supplies according to established protocols.
• Maintains a log of expiration dates and re-orders Epi-pens, Narcan, AED Batteries, etc.
• Orders and maintains inventory of over the counter (OTC) medications and supplies provided by the school.
• Manages the budget for all health-related supplies.
• Prepares and maintains emergency "go bags" for faculty, coaches, etc.
• Serve as a member of the school's Emergency Response Team.
• Serves as the primary resource person on health issues.
• Provides faculty development on health-related topics and training including CPR, AED and First Aid instruction for faculty and coaches.
• May provide health education including CPR, AED and First Aid instruction for select student groups.
• Provides follow-up evaluations on students as required.
• Recommends corrective action when appropriate where problems are identified.
• Corresponds with school and parent communities on the health needs of children.
• Maintains, monitors, and records student health forms including immunizations, yearly physicals, health findings, and other relevant health data in the school's database system.
• Organizes optional annual flu shot clinic for faculty.
• Organizes annual Wellness Day for faculty.
• Partners with the Director of Athletics, coaches, and the athletic trainer as needed.
• Provides relief coverage as needed for front desk.
• Regular and predictable attendance is an essential function of the job.
• Performs any other duties as may be assigned by the head of school and/or supervisor.

Qualifications
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Considerable knowledge of childhood and adolescent medical disorders and treatment.
• Considerable knowledge of child growth and development.
• Working knowledge of public health problems and procedures for treatment in coordination with other health and social service agencies.
• Working knowledge of Federal, State, and Local laws and regulations affecting the delivery of school health services.
• Some knowledge of being a nurse in school settings.
• Ability to identify abnormal growth and development and symptoms of disease.
• Ability to coordinate and facilitate services between the school, local health agency, and other community resources.
• Ability to develop and maintain health records on students.
• Ability to develop positive working relationships.
• Demonstrate a genuine interest in the student population and its health needs.
• Organize the clinic and manage time wisely.
• Working knowledge of a computer and learn various software applications.

SUGGESTED TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE
Completion of training necessary for licensing as a registered nurse and experience in pediatrics and/or public health nursing preferred. School nurse experience preferred.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS AND EDUCATION

• Must have a valid license to practice as a licensed practical nurse (LPN) or Registered Nurse (RN) State of Washington; BSN prefer.
• Must maintain current instructor certification in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and first aid from a recognized provider (e.g., American Heart Association)

Compensation:
Salary is highly competitive with top independent schools in the region and commensurate with education and experience.FTE = .75, exempt salary $83,200 - $99,840* (prorated based on FTE and agreement length). The Northwest School offers an excellent benefits package which includes medical, dental, vision, short- and long-term disability, and life and accident insurance coverage, fully paid for employee only coverage. A retirement program matches up to 6% of an employee's salary after one year of service in a 403(b) plan. An intentional, mission focused school culture, generous time off, lunch, access to the on-site fitness facility, an exceptional commitment to professional development, and a unique urban location are also benefits of working at the Northwest School.
Application Process:
Please submit a cover letter and resume online:
**Please note: we are unable to fully consider materials submitted through other avenues such as Indeed.com without a corresponding application through our website.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer that values workplace diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, gender, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, genetic information, or marital status.