School Nurse at The Evergreen School – Shoreline, Washington

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Evergreen School is seeking a skilled, compassionate, and proactive School Nurse to oversee the health and safety of our preschool through 8th-grade students. The School Nurse manages student health needs during the school day, including first aid, medication administration, care for chronic health conditions, and maintaining student health records in accordance with state and local requirements.

The School Nurse partners closely with families, teachers, and administrators to support student health at school, ensure compliance with immunization requirements, and respond to day-to-day and emergent health concerns. The nurse also helps promote a healthy school environment through communication, health guidance for school activities, and collaboration with staff to support student well-being.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Student Health Care and Direct Support
  • Provide care for acute and chronic illnesses, injuries, and other health concerns during the school day.
  • Assess, document, and complete student accident and injury reports in accordance with school policy and state requirements, and communicate clearly and promptly with families regarding injuries, illnesses, and follow-up care.
  • Administer, document, and monitor daily and as-needed medications.
  • Monitor and support students with chronic conditions, including but not limited to, diabetes, asthma, and allergies.
  • Maintain accurate health records, including medication, health history information, and immunization records through the use of the WAIIS School Module for reporting compliance.
  • Collaborate with families to ensure safe and effective management of student health concerns, including food allergies and dietary restrictions.
  • Track and report communicable diseases and guide families on when students should remain home.
  • Staying up to date with the health requirements for licensed programs.
  • Prepare and organize student medications and health plans for field trips, athletics, and overnight camps.
  • Serve as a member of student support teams, collaborating with counselors, teachers, and administrators to identify student needs and ensure appropriate health and wellness supports are in place.
• Health Education and Wellness Promotion
  • Partner with teachers and administrators to support age-appropriate health education when relevant to student needs (e.g., handwashing practices in early grades, general wellness topics).
  • Lead wellness initiatives, including vaccination clinics and health awareness campaigns.
  • Provide guidance and training to staff on health-related procedures, including first aid, CPR, EpiPen use, and chronic condition management.
  • Serve as a resource to faculty and staff regarding health and safety practices that support student well-being in classrooms and common areas.
  • Promote a healthy school environment through preventive care, education, and proactive interventions.
• Health Office and Administrative Management
  • Maintain daily operations of the health office, ensuring a welcoming, organized, and professional environment.
  • Order, stock, and maintain medical supplies and equipment.
  • Document and report health office visits, injuries, illnesses, and medication administration accurately.
  • Ensure accurate, timely completion and secure storage of accident, incident, and injury reports, and partner with school leadership as needed regarding follow-up or risk management.
  • Ensure compliance with Washington state health laws, Washington Administrative Code (WAC) requirements, and school health policies; stay current on applicable regulations and collaborate with school leadership and external partners as needed to maintain compliance.
  • Coordinate with school leadership on health initiatives, emergency preparedness, and wellness programs.
  • Identify and oversee the training of specific nursing tasks for Unlicensed Assistive Personnel (UAP), such as medication administration, blood glucose monitoring, and emergency care.
• Additional Responsibilities
  • Work closely with teachers, administrators, and parents to support student wellness.
  • Provide individualized guidance and education for employees who work with students with specific health needs.
  • Coordinate and facilitate on-campus health and wellness training sessions for staff, including CPR and first aid certifications.
  • Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

At Evergreen, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive community. We recognize that some individuals may hesitate to apply if they feel they do not meet every qualification listed in a job posting. As such, we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, even if they do not meet every single requirement. We value diverse perspectives and experiences and are dedicated to providing our staff with the support and resources needed to create an inclusive learning environment for all students.

• Education and Experience
  • Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of Washington required.
  • Pediatric, school-based, or community health nursing experience preferred.
  • Experience in health education, wellness promotion, or preventive care strongly preferred.
  • Current CPR and First Aid certification, and either current certification as a CPR/First Aid trainer or willingness and ability to obtain trainer certification to provide staff training.
• Skills and Abilities
  • Strong clinical knowledge in pediatric and adolescent health.
  • Excellent organizational skills for managing multiple priorities.
  • Proficiency in health record-keeping and documentation.
  • Ability to respond effectively in emergency situations.
  • Strong collaboration and communication skills with students, families, and staff.
  • Ability to educate and coach staff, students, and families on health and wellness topics.
• Personal Attributes
  • Compassionate, patient, and approachable.
  • Proactive and highly organized.
  • Able to maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion.
  • Flexible and adaptable in a dynamic school environment.
  • Passionate about promoting wellness and healthy habits in children and adolescents.

Working Conditions:

• Ability to lift up to 35 pounds in connection with job duties such as assisting with moving materials.
• Ability to stand, sit, and move comfortably throughout classrooms and school hallways for extended periods.
• Frequent interruptions due to emergent health needs and student care.
• Ability to climb stairs, navigate uneven surfaces, and escort students as needed between locations within and outside school buildings.
• Willingness to work outdoors in varying weather conditions, including inclement weather.
• Evening and weekend work may be required at times

Position Details:

This is an exempt, benefits-eligible .875 FTE position. This is an in person, 11 month role working Monday-Friday from 9:00 AM to 4:30 PM. The annual salary for this position is $91,875, which reflects the prorated amount based on a 1.0 FTE salary of $105,000.

Benefits:

• School-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance
• School-paid Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, and Long-Term Disability insurance, plus an Employee Assistance Program
• 403(b) Retirement Plan with a School match of up to 7% and immediate vesting
• Flexible Savings Account and/or Health Savings Account
• Commuter Assistance Program
• Tuition Remission
• Infant/toddler care (availability limitations apply)
• Paid holidays and other paid leave

TO APPLY:

This application will remain open until the position is filled. Be prepared to provide or upload the following information:

• A cover letter, outlining interest in and qualifications for this position.
• A current resume.
• Three references (Evergreen will inform candidates before contacting references)

Any applicant scheduled for an interview will be asked to submit a 500-word (max.) answer to the following question:
At Evergreen, our mission calls us to “inspire highly capable, creative learners to lead with curiosity, compassion, and courage in a diverse and dynamic world.” Reflecting on your current or previous experiences, describe a time in which you moved diversity and inclusion efforts forward in that role. How did you approach this effort and what did you learn about yourself during this process?

LEGAL AND ACCESSIBILITY STATEMENTS:

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Statement

The Evergreen School is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to qualified individuals with disabilities. We will provide reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job unless doing so would cause an undue hardship. Physical requirements and job duties listed in this posting are essential to the role. If you believe you need an accommodation to perform these functions, we encourage you to apply and discuss potential accommodations with our team.

If you require accommodation during the application or hiring process, please contact Carleigh Brown, HR manager at cabrown@evergreenschool.org.

Notice of Nondiscrimination

The Evergreen School strives to provide equal opportunity to all employees. The school's policy is not to discriminate in employment based on race, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, creed, age, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran or military status or any other status protected under applicable local, state or federal law. The School is committed to administering employment decisions, including hiring, promotions, compensation benefits, transfers, layoffs, return from layoffs, terminations, training, sabbaticals, tuition assistance, and other programs, without regard to an employee's protected status.