Over 180 MESD employees work in the Department of School Health Services. We are committed to ensuring the safety of students by providing the highest standard of nursing care in the school and community setting so that every student has the opportunity to achieve their educational potential. We are nurses, care coordinators, health educators, health assistants, administrative staff, and screening and prevention specialists who accomplish this by providing and coordinating specialized health services that support the educational experience for students throughout Multnomah and Clackamas County. We are committed to employee and community wellness, advocacy on behalf of students and their families, collaboration with community health systems and school-based health centers, research and development to improve population health in schools, and using evidence-based practice in the delivery of care. We support the Whole School, Whole Community, Whole Child (WSCC) model that combines and builds on elements of the traditional coordinated school health approach by responding to the call for greater alignment, integration, and collaboration between education and health to improve each child's cognitive, physical, social, and emotional development.

MESD and the MEA union are currently engaged in contract negotiations and the salary listed in this job posting reflects the rate for the 2023-24 school year. Upon ratification of the collective bargaining agreement, salary adjustments will be made for the 2024-25 school year as applicable.

Department: Student Services

Program: School Health

Reports to: Program Supervisor 

Classification/Range: Licensed, Represented

Schedule: 190 days per school year

Projected Interview Date: Early May until positions filled

Anticipated Start Date: Mid-August 2024

Salary: Hourly rate of $31.77 - $63.54 (annualized salary range is provided below)

POSITION PURPOSE: 

Provide comprehensive health services to the students and school communities served by the Multnomah Education Service District.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• In accordance with the standards of school nursing practice and the Oregon Nurse Practice Act, implement appropriate use of the nursing process to plan and provide individualized nursing care in the school community, including nursing delegation and training for an anticipated emergency.
• Manage delivery of school health services, including health screenings, communicable disease control, health education, and environmental monitoring.
• Attain and integrate evidence-based knowledge and clinical competency, including appropriate technology, and service delivery.
• Collaborate with the client, family, school staff, school nurse colleagues, and other pertinent professional and community persons, including the supervisor, in the delivery of school health services.
• Facilitate resource access and utilization by the school, student, and family to meet the client’s safety, health, and education needs.
• Participate in the development/improvement of and demonstrate delivery of quality nursing practice.
• Adhere to the rules and procedures of the licensing agency for the license carried for this position.
• Maintain satisfactory job attendance record.
• Use personal safety techniques to avoid exposure and injury to self, students, and other staff.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned by the Director, Sr. Program Administrator and/or Supervisor, including attendance at work-related meetings and participating in school community health-related events.

ESSENTIAL QUALITIES:

Equity: Lead and support regional equity initiatives

Vision: Lead with vision, follow-through and student focus. 

Trust: Develop trust among coworkers and students through honesty and fairness. 

Communication: Communicate in an inclusive, effective, and collaborative manner. 

Personal Qualities: Be respectful, excel in customer service, caring, humble, and courageous. 

Agency-wide perspective: Be involved in and supportive of continuous overall improvement of MESD programs and services.

Attendance: Daily and consistent attendance and punctuality are paramount as this provides consistency and alignment with students, peers, and programming outcomes. 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS, ABILITIES: 

• Daily and consistent attendance and punctuality
• Basic knowledge of applicable laws and nursing practice regulations and standards.
• Demonstrates effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrates organization, leadership, and time management skills.
• Valid driver’s license and vehicle available for use on the job.
• Ability to become proficient navigating in internal and external data systems, including data entry and report production pertinent to the delivery of school health services.
• Ability to physically perform assigned duties.
• Ability to multi-task and work independently with a high degree of accuracy, efficiency, and attention to detail.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS, ABILITIES: 

• Experience in an educational/school setting
• Bilingual in Spanish, Vietnamese, Russian, or Somali

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• Valid Oregon license to practice as a Registered Nurse.
• Experience in the use of computer systems.
• Preferred BSN/BS in a health-related field.
• Current certification in CPR.
• Any combination of education and experience that would provide the applicant with the desired skills, knowledge, and ability required to perform the job

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Work is performed primarily on a school campus, indoors within an office, gymnasium, cafeteria or classroom with infrequent responses outdoors for urgent care or monitoring for environmental safety risks or conducting wellness activities. Involves sitting, walking, and occasionally lifting up to 40 pounds. Requires the use of computers, office equipment and driving a personal vehicle. Visitation to homes and offices of health care or social service providers as well as attendance at evening and weekend activities may be necessary. May work with high-stress students, family, or personnel situations.

BENEFITS: 

• The district pays full medical, dental, and vision premiums for eligible employees and dependents
• Two medical insurance plan options: 
• Group Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA)
• Opt-Out option
• MESD pays employee’s 6% Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) contribution
• Paid holidays, sick leave, and personal time off
• Tuition Reimbursement and Professional Development 

This position is subject to board policies, administrative rules and procedures, department regulations and applicable state and federal statutes. This position does not carry administrative authority. All commitments outside of authorized programs and services are subject to prior approval by the supervisor of this position.

NOTE: The description contained herein reflects general details as necessary to describe the principle functions of this job, the level of knowledge and skill typically required, and the scope of responsibility, but should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned, including work in other functional areas to cover absences or relief, to equalize peak work periods, or otherwise to balance the workload.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER 

MESD recognizes the diversity and worth of all individuals and groups. It is the policy of MESD that there will be no discrimination or harassment of individuals or groups based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, marital status, age, veterans status, genetic information or disability in any educational programs, activities, or employment. 

Reasonable accommodations for the application and interview process will be provided upon request and as required in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. Individuals with disabilities may contact the Human Resources Director for additional information or assistance. Speech/Hearing impaired persons may contact the district for assistance through the Oregon telecommunications Relay Service at 1-800-735-2900.