• Assess the physical and emotional health of students as related to the education process and within the scope of school nurse practice; initiate referrals for further diagnosis and treatment of identified health needs and provides follow-up; communicates health concerns that may impact learning to appropriate staff with parent and/or student consent for the purpose of supporting student health and academic achievement.
• Provide parent workshops and attend migrant family events, including back to school events, family nights, that pertain to health topics (i.e. mental health, childhood obesity, worker safety, community resources, hygiene, dental, vaccines, etc.).
• Coordinate with community resources as appropriate for student care- including fulfilling the requirements for the migrant physical exams, immunizations, sports physicals, etc. to support engagement in academic activities.
• Identify student and family health needs (physical, social-emotional-behavioral and other) and prioritize students and develop a caseload of 20 – 30 students.
• Collaborate with district administrators, teachers and school staff, including 504 planners, school nurses, health services staff and counselors, to identify migrant students in need of service- including migrant students with high absenteeism and chronic tardiness.
• Document Migrant data related to student assessment and interventions in case log.
• Professional Development as required for job responsibilities and to stay current in the field.
• Assist in the review of health history questionnaires, as recorded by parents, to determine students that may encounter health risks at school
• Assist in the timely development of student Emergency Care Plans for those students who have been identified by parents who may encounter health risks at school.
• May assist to oversee medication procedures for students taking medications at school including but not limited: storage of medications, dispensing, and removal or discarding of medications.May assist with state mandated student screenings.
• Maintain accurate student medical related records.
• Coordinate and review student immunization records for compliance with state laws.
• Respond to district health/medical emergency calls for students and/or staff illnesses and injuries;assess medical situation, use critical analysis in order to make a clinical decision to assure the safety of the student.
• Respond to health room calls as necessary.
• Provide necessary care for students with diabetes, asthma, and other health problems.
• Provide health services allowed by licensure to meet the needs of students.
• May assist with the coordination and provision of medically related training for staff including but not limited to HIV/Aides, Bloodborne Pathogens, First Aide, CPR.
• Provide consultation on an emergency basis.
• Screen students as needed to ascertain presence of communicable disease, isolate as appropriate, involving Public Health Department when and as required by law.
• Other student and staff health and safety related duties/functions as needed.

• Valid Washington State Registered Nurse License required, a Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree (BSN) preferred.
• Washington State Educational Staff Associate School Nurse Certificate or willing to complete.
• Able to provide own transportation.
• Bilingual in Spanish/English required.
• Punctual and consistent attendance.
• School Nursing and/or Clinical experience/training preferred.
• A fingerprint background check is required for all prospective employees prior to start date.
• Expected to attend work as scheduled and model appropriate professional behavior.

• Ability and willingness to continue training and education to learn the most current innovations and application for nursing services.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently with large numbers of staff in promoting the migrant health services program.
• Demonstrated ability to develop rapport with students and parents.
• Demonstrated ability to develop rapport and work with colleagues, such as the other school district nurses and community health and social services organizations.
• Be able to work flexible hours and make home visits to migrant families as needed.
• Proven ability to work in a fast-paced, physically demanding setting.
• Ability to solve practical problems, apply appropriate judgment and deal with a variety of situations where only limited standardization exists.
• Demonstrates knowledge and expertise related to child/youth development and growth.
• Knowledge of health care and nursing techniques and principles, including pharmacology.
• Willingness to receive training and obtain Educational Staff Assistant Certificate.
• Certified First Aid/CPR trainer helpful or willingness to obtain a certificate.
• Experience and desire to work with children.
• Experience working with culturally diverse students and parents desirable.
• Education, experience, and/or training in public health or related field desirable.

Wahluke School District, Mattawa, WA Located in the sunny, dry, moderate climate, central part of Washington State.
The Wahluke School District serves approximately 2,400 students in grades PreK-12. Enrollment is expected to continue to grow. There are six schools within the District; Mattawa Elementary serves grades Prek-5, Saddle Mountain Elementary K-5, Morris Schott Elementary School serves K-5, Wahluke Junior High School serves students in grades 6-8, Wahluke High School serves grades 9-12, and Sentinel Tech Alternative School serves 9-12. The District employs 149 certified staff members and 126 classified employees. The school campus includes 100 acres located close to the Columbia River and backed by the Saddle Mountains. The district is proud of its innovative programs, well maintained educational facilities, excellent learning spaces, hardworking staff, and supportive community.
Schools in our district have received honors during the past years for exemplary gains in student academic achievement. Wahluke High School has been recognized as a Washington State School of Distinction.
The District has a rapidly growing Hispanic population, which has promoted cultural diversity and opportunities. The Wahluke District has committed itself to provide a quality educational experience for all of its students and has developed many innovative programs to meet the needs of its diverse student populations. We are frequently complimented on how well behaved the students are and the excellent programs we have in place.

About the Community
Mattawa, and the neighboring community of Desert Aire, enjoy a rural setting in the geographic center of Yakima, Tri-Cities, Ellensburg and Moses Lake. The rural setting offers a quality of life that is hard to find elsewhere. The District encompasses a diverse area of agriculture, recreation and technology. The area boasts two hydroelectric dams. It is the third largest apple growing area in the state and has gained recognition as a prime vineyard region as well. The area is proud of the ready availability of hunting, game fishing, boating, skiing and the 18-hole golf course at Desert Aire.

Wahluke School District Goals:

• Every student will improve their level of academic achievement.
• First language Spanish speaking students will learn English at a level to be successful.
• The District will improve the instructional staff by quality hiring, training, and retention practices.
• All resources will be managed for the greatest good for students and taxpayers.
• Engage all District and community stakeholders in strategic ways for student success.
• All students will be involved with character building activities.

Programs and Opportunities in Wahluke School District

• Incentive Funds can be used towards Professional Development
• Computer network and wireless capability to all workstations
• Over 25 athletic and extra-curricular opportunities
• Summer School K-12
• ECEAP, Migrant, and District funded Preschool programs currently serve approximately 90 students
• After school K-5 intramurals for academics and enrichment
• Wahluke is a 1:1 Apple District; iPads for all students and staff in enhance educational experience.
• Language Academy and Saturday School for qualifying K-5 students
• STEM program for students grades 7-12
• New Staff Mentoring Program
• Professional Learning Communities Learn more about us...