Striving to educate blind and visually impaired children for independence and success!

On-Call Registered Nurse 1

Agency: Washington State School for the Blind

Location: 2214 E 13^th St Vancouver, WA 98661

Salary: $19.33 to start

Posting Date: 3/2/08

Closing Date: Open until filled

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Agency profile: The mission of the Washington State School for the Blind is to provide specialized quality educational services to visually impaired/blind youth ages birth-21 within the state of Washington. Our purpose is to serve as a statewide demonstration and resource center and provide direct/indirect services to students both on campus and in the children’s local communities. Each employee plays a critical role for the school and our students. We value our employees and continuously challenge them to improve the way we provide service to our students and the community.

Position profile: The Washington State School for the Blind currently has an On-Call Registered Nurse 1 position open. The incumbents of on-call positions are called in the event of permanent staff member’s absence and there is no guarantee for hours. Under the supervision of the Associate Principal of After-School and Evening Programs, this position will have, but will not be limited to, the following responsibilities:

• Provide nursing care for the residential and day students at WSSB and occasionally off campus within the scope of the nursing care plan including but not limited to: administering medications and treatments, providing first aid, conducting basic physical assessments, collaborating with physicians, medical offices, parents etc. as needed.
• Emphasis is on exercising nursing judgment in knowing when to give or not give medication, when concerns warrant a call to the physicians, knowing which health care concerns are priorities and which need direct (or emergent) follow up care.
• May be required to assist/teach students how to care for their own medical needs as independently as possible, in both formal and informal settings. Assist/train older students to self manage their own medications, including a training period where they learn about their medications, side effects, and proper medication administration.
• Responsible for carrying out care that is in compliance with all regulatory policies and procedures, and state and federal regulations.

Required Qualifications:

· Graduation from an accredited school of professional nursing; AND

· A valid Washington State license to practice as a registered, professional nurse; AND

· Three years of professional nursing experience

· A Bachelor's or higher degree involving major study in nursing may be substituted for two years of experience.

Desirable Qualifications:

· Experience working with children and families of children with special needs

· Strong communication and listening skills

· Positive attitude that fosters collaboration

· Good written and verbal communication skills

· Participant should be open to constructive criticism

· Willingness to be flexible

How To Apply: Please send a completed State Job Application, letter of interest, and a detailed resume. The letter of interest should indicate how you meet the qualifications as shown on this announcement. Please be sure to include references.

Electronic application materials in Word format are preferred; however, hard copies may be sent to:

Jody.cristler@wssb.wa.gov Subject: On-Call Registered Nurse 1

or

WSSB HR Department Attn: Jody Cristler 2214 E 13^th St Vancouver, WA 98661 Phone: 360-696-6321 ext 122 Fax: 360-737-2120

Background inquiries of convictions and pending criminal charges shall be completed on applicants prior to their appointment to positions in the State of Washington which are directly responsible for the supervision, care or treatment of children. Information obtained from background inquiries will not necessarily preclude employment, but will be considered in determining the applicant character; suitability and competence to perform in the position applied for and may result in the denial of employment. Applicants are required to sign a release authorizing inquiry. Failure to do so shall disqualify the applicant from employment in these positions.

This announcement is published by the Washington School for the Blind. The State of Washington is an equal opportunity employer. Persons with a disability who need assistance in the application or testing process, or those needing this announcement in an alternative format, may call (360) 696-6321 ext 129.