Simpson Elementary Nurse

Sylvania; Montesano (WA); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

SEBB insurance

PFML

Paid holidays

Paid sick days

Paid personal days

Job summary

Sylvania in Montesano, WA seeks a Licensed Practical Nurse to join its student health services team. You will administer first aid, manage medications, and develop health care plans for students, including those with disabilities, under supervision.

The role is a 194-day annual contract with a 5-day work week, offering SEBB insurance, PFML and paid time off. LPN license required; RN preferred; bilingual Spanish is a plus.

Qualifications

• Valid WA State LPN license; RN preferred.
• Experience in school nursing with children, including students with disabilities.
• Ability to provide nurturing care.
• WSP/FBI background clearance.
• Bilingual Spanish preferred.

Responsibilities

• Administer first aid, medication and specialized medical treatment for ill, medically fragile and/or injured children.
• Develop individual and emergency health care plans for student health needs and directions from parents/physicians.
• Assist in screening programs such as hearing, vision, blood pressure and athletic physicals.
• Conduct training and reporting as needed.

Skills

Effective communication

Organizational skills

Bilingual Spanish

Ability to work with children

CPR/First Aid certification

Education

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license

Job description

Anticipated Start Date: September 17, 2026

Schedule/Hours: 5 days per week/6.5 hours a day

Contract/Salary: Annual Contract - 194 Days (10 paid holidays included)/Hourly – Non-Rep Salary Placement ($40.17 - $46.35 per hour - current school year rate based on qualifications), SEBB insurance, PFML, Washington DRS, paid days off (12 sick days and 2 personal days)

Qualifications:

• Valid Washington State License LPN required, RN preferred
• Previous school nurse experience working with children/students, including students with disabilities, preferred
• Ability to work with children and provide nurturing care
• Valid WA State Driver's license and evidence of insurability
• Hep B Series 3 vaccination/MMR series/Immunity
• CPR/First Aid Certificate
• Effective communication and organizational skills
• Ability to communicate effectively with students, parents, faculty, and administrators
• Ability to accurately complete job duties with minimal supervision
• WSP/FBI background clearance
• Bilingual Spanish preferred

Responsibilities:

• Administer first aid, medication and specialized medical treatment for the purpose of providing appropriate care for ill, medically fragile and/or injured children
• Development of individual and emergency health care plans for the purpose of addressing student health needs and implementing health care directions from parents and/or physicians
• Assist in screening programs such as hearing and vision, blood pressure and athletic physicals as needed
• Conduct training and reporting as needed

General Knowledge Skills & Abilities:

• Adequate physical strength must be able to lift a minimum of 35 lbs up to 50lbs
• Physical demands of job may include, but not limited to: significant lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling; frequent stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling; and significant fine finger dexterity
• Ability to maintain accurate records and computer usage