Nurse - Stone Canyon Outdoor Education

Dcsdk12; Colorado; On-site; USD 62,000 - 131,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

403(b)

457 retirement plan

Job summary

Douglas County School District seeks a licensed nurse for Stone Canyon Outdoor Education to manage health services for campers and staff in a dynamic outdoor education setting. You will administer medications, maintain health forms, and coordinate with families and school personnel.

The role requires CPR/First Aid certification, a Colorado RN license, and strong communication skills. The position involves organizing the Nurse office, reporting health data, and ensuring compliance with

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing required.
• Colorado RN license required.
• Experience working with children/youth preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct health services for students when appropriate.
• Maintain camper/student health forms and confidential records.
• Administer medications and manage first-aid supplies.
• Document health-related services in designated Medicaid documentation system.

Skills

Experience with children/youth

Strong communication

Computers proficiency

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing

Colorado Registered Nurse License

Tools

CPR/First Aid (BLS)

Background check clearance

Job description

Nurse - Stone Canyon Outdoor Education page is loaded## Nurse - Stone Canyon Outdoor Educationlocations: Outdoor Education Centertime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: Req-00083329## Please complete this application using your full legal name as it appears on your government issued forms of identification when you have time to go from start to finish. Application details cannot be saved along the way, and you must complete and submit the application in one sitting. If you leave your computer and return later, you may time out.*REMINDER: Current DCSD employees must apply through their district log-on, this application is for external candidates only!*## **Job Posting Title:**Nurse - Stone Canyon Outdoor Education## Job Description:Nurses are responsible for the care and supervision of all medical services. This care includes; looking after ill or injured campers or staff, administering medication(s), communicating with parents, teachers, and staff, organization of medical information, medications, and first-aid kits, as well as keeping records of camper visits. Camps will be staffed 24 hours a day with days depending onthe program. For Outdoor Education, the first half of the week (check-in time Monday to check-out time Wednesday), or the second half of the week (check-in time Wednesday to check-out time Friday) for campers and staff. Shifts adjust depending on program schedules. For Summer Camp, camps will be staffed 24 hours of the day fromcheck-in time Sunday to check-out time Saturday for campers and staff.## Position Specific Information (if Applicable):- Licensed as a registered nurse in the state of Colorado- Current CPR and First Aid certifications / BLS- Current General Liability Insurance- Must pass a CBI/FBI and TRAILS background check- Illness and injury management- Experience working with children and youth, preferred- 21 years of age or older- Ability to maintain health forms and paperwork- Ability to maintain and administer all medications- Ability to make decisions and take initiative under pressure- Good verbal, written, and electronic communication skills- Proficient with computers and comfortable learning newsoftware- Assist in organizing and setting up the Nurse office- Cleaning Nurse room and office after use- Making sure inventory of First-Aid kits is supplied andmaintained- Maintain camper health forms- Keep a daily log of camper's nurse visits- Accept and safely store all prescription and over-the-counter drugs- Administer prescription and over-the-counter drugswhen necessary- Illness and injury management- Communication with parents, SCOE staff, and SCOECustomers of campers illness or injury- Be a medical resource that would bridge the gapbetween basic medical knowledge and emergencies- Be available to communicate with campers guardian,or school nurse for all shifts assigned prior to campersprogram dates- Providing First Aid for but not limited to: cuts, scrapes,and bruises, bee stings, dehydration, sunburn, poisonivy, etc.- Ensure the wellness and care for all Stone Canyon community.## Responsibilities:- Develop lesson plans and/or outlines for identified health education needs.- Document health related services in designated Medicaid documentation system for the DCSD School Medicaid Reimbursement Program as assigned.- Use evaluation of student outcomes to measure the effectiveness of intervention.- Collaborate with others to fulfill responsibilities related to building district, regional and state goals and priorities.- Develop a health care plan to meet students' individual health needs in the school setting.- Obtain and interpret student health data for special education assessments and 504 accommodation plans.- Provide direct health services for the student when appropriate.- Participate in comprehensive health education programs and school health policy development.- Assure student health information is protected in accordance with Family Educational Right to Privacy Act (FERPA) and Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).- Identify students with health needs requiring modifications or accommodations in the school setting or during school sponsored events and activities.- Participate as the health expert on the RTI, special education and 504 teams by mitigating health related obstacles to learning.- Ensure safe delegation of nursing interventions to unlicensed assistive personnel by adhering to the provisions of the Colorado Nurse Practice Act (CRS 12-38-101).- Design disease prevention and health promotion strategies for the students and school staff.- Participate in professional growth opportunities.- Assess the health of the school community and advocate for physical and emotional safety through collaboration with all stakeholders.## Certifications:Registered Nurse License - Colorado, Special Services Provider License - School Nurse - Colorado Department of Education## Education:Bachelor's Degree: Nursing (Required)## Skills:## Position Type:Contractor## Primary Location:Outdoor Education Center## One Year Only (Yes or No):No## Scheduled Hours Per Week:40## FTE:1.00## Approx Scheduled Days Per Year:0 Work Days* *(260 days indicates a year-round position. Time off [or Off-Track Days] are then granted based on the position. Any exceptions to the normal off-track time will be noted in the Additional Position Details section above, as scheduled work days.)*## **Minimum Hire Rate:**$62,150.00 USD Annual## **Maximum Hire Rate:**$96,747.50 USD Annual## Full Salary Range:$62,150.00 USD - $131,345.00 USD Annual* *All salary amounts listed above are based on a full-time (1.0) FTE. If applicable, part-time salaries will be prorated according to the assigned FTE.*## Benefits:This position is eligible for voluntary 401(k), 403(b) and 457 retirement plans.## Time Off Plans:## This position will be open until filled, but will not be open past:February 3, 2027**Proud to Be DCSD - 65 Years of Excellence**A career in Colorado's Douglas County School District is a chance to be part of something incredibly important and fulfilling.Spanning over 850 square miles, Douglas County School District offers a variety of communities ranging from small rural farm towns to large and fast-growing suburban neighborhoods. At the heart of it all is a love and dedication to family and a unity of purpose around ensuring that each and every one of our community's 61,000+ students receives the education needed to have the brightest future possible.**Unity of Purpose**DCSD's Board of Education adopted the following goals for our school district - and our leaders, educators and support staff work diligently to incorporate these values in everything they do.1. Academic Excellence2. Outstanding Educators and Staff3. Safe, Positive Climate and Culture4. Collaborative Relations with Parents and Community5. Financial Well-Being**Students Are at the Center of What We Do**In Douglas County, we know that working in education is more than a job - it's a calling. Every day our dedicated team of educators guides our community's future leaders by encouraging them to ask questions, explore new ideas, and solve problems. Our school leaders and staff put students first in everything they do and work hard to ensure that our educators have the tools they need to provide every student the best education possible.**Every Student is Unique**In Douglas County, we understand that no two students are the same. Each has a unique learning style and needs. We also know that students want and deserve multiple options for life after high school. We support all students, whether their goal is to go on to a four-year college, join the military, or directly enter the workforce. We have the programs and know-how to ensure our students are successful in whatever