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Guest RN/LPN 2025-2026

Federal Way Public Schools, Federal Way, WA, United States


Salary
$35.69 Per Hour

Position Summary
Responsible for supporting health care needs of students by performance of medical duties ordered by physicians, which are developed and directed by the ESA School Nurse. Responsible for maintaining health records on all students.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Monitor the specified medical/health care needs of students with special medical needs, and instruct students to the maximum ability of their independence

Administer student medications and medical procedures as directed and requested by physicians

Administer first aid, per guidelines of Federal Way Public Schools, American Red Cross, and Department of Health (multi-colored flip chart) within the scope of licensure

Maintain records in accordance with the guidelines established by the ESA School Nurse and Federal Way Public Schools

Assist with health screening, maintaining information log, recording results of screenings

Maintain confidentiality and provide medical information regarding students according to law and professional ethics guidelines

Will be assigned additional nursing duties as appropriate under the Nurse Practice Act and relevant WACs

Serve as a member of the district's school health team

Required Qualifications

Must have completed an educational program required by Washington State Registered Nurse licensure guidelines

Washington State RN or LPN license

Work scheduled hours on a consistent basis

Criminal background clearance

Washington State RN or LPN License maintained and renewed yearly

CPR/First Aid Certification through either American Heart Association or American Red Cross

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with children with special health care needs and diverse populations

Knowledge of

School board policies and procedures

Neurological/seizure protocol

Basic proficiency of standard computer software applications

Ability To

Perform endotracheal or tracheostomy suctioning

Medication administration and documentation

Provide respiratory treatment and medication

Provide gastrostomy, colostomy, catheterization protocol, and procedures

Provide blood glucose monitoring

Provide care for individuals with special needs and their caregivers with warmth and confidence

Establish and maintain effective communication and working relationships with healthcare professionals and school staff

Organize and perform job responsibilities efficiently and independently without close supervision and pay strict attention to detail

Speak, read, and follow written or verbal communications

Practice effective safety and security within individual work routines

Develop and maintain positive customer relations with staff and service providers

Work collaboratively with District staff and promote teamwork with co-workers

Practice ethical and professional standards of conduct, including the requirements of confidentiality

Relate effectively with parents, staff, students, and the public in a multicultural and multiracial community

Perform job responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodations

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Related to Cultural Competence and Equity

Knowledge/awareness of own cultural identity and how this influences behavior, and desire to learn about the cultural identity of others

Ability to establish and nurture an environment that promotes cultural competence and equitable treatment of staff, students, and patrons of the District

Ability to understand and hold self and others accountable for promoting the Federal Way Public Schools’ commitment to “Each Scholar: A Voice. A Dream. A Bright Future.”

Ability to recognize that each person is a unique individual even as we celebrate their group cultural heritage

Physical Demands
The employee in this position is required to constantly talk/hear/see, and reach out in front to direct and assist students and handle/grasp throughout their shift up to 50 lbs. The employee is required to frequently sit and walk, bend/stoop, squat/kneel, and use fine finger manipulations. The employee will occasionally be required to stand, lift, carry, twist torso and neck. This position rarely requires climbing/balancing or lifting bench to shoulder or overhead. The employee is required to constantly lift up to 10 lbs; frequently lift up to 25 lbs; and occasionally lift up to 50 lbs. Weights over 50 lbs should be done with a mechanical lift or with help from another person. This position will occasionally push/pull 10-50 lbs.

Work Environment
This position works 90% of their time inside and 10% outside. Outside work can be in inclement weather. Noise level is high, exposure to outburst of student. Exposure to infectious disease or unpredictable students who can grab, spit, kick, hit and bite. Employee is required to wear protective gloves and masks as directed by the district program.

Work Schedule
This position typically works Monday through Friday, times may vary according to student needs.

Reporting Relationship
Position reports to ESA School Nurse and Principal.

Representation
This position is non-represented.

Level Of Compensation
$35.69 Per Hour

Disclaimer
The preceding list is not exhaustive and may be supplemented as necessary. The statements contained herein reflect general details as necessary to describe the principal functions of this job, the scope of responsibility and the level of knowledge and skills typically required, but should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements, skills or duties so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside their normal responsibilities from time to time as needed.

All employment open positions are made available on a nondiscriminatory basis without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, gender, age, disability or veteran status.

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