School Nurse (Pre-K3 - Kindergarten)

Job Title: Early Years Campus Nurse

Department: Education

FLSA Status: Full-Time, Temporary

Reports to: Early Years Campus Principal

Compensation: $35-$40/hour



Company Overview: Washington Yu Ying Public Charter School is a leader in Chinese Immersion education, achieving high levels of academic and organizational success. Our diverse and inclusive community reaches far beyond the walls of our building. At Yu Ying teachers, staff and families are collaborators, who together, are raising the next generation of culturally fluent and well-rounded global citizens.



Position Overview: We are seeking a dedicated and skilled School Nurse to join our team. The ideal candidate will provide comprehensive healthcare services to students and staff, ensuring their safety and well-being. This role requires expertise in first aid and triage, medication administration, documentation of medical incidents, and effective communication with families during health emergencies.



You will drive Yu Ying's mission, vision and team's success by:

• First Aid and Triage: Assess and provide immediate care to students and staff for injuries, illnesses, and other health concerns.


• Medication Administration: Safely administer medications in compliance with District of Columbia regulations and maintain an active DC Administration of Medication Certification.


• Documentation: Accurately document medical incidents, treatments, and follow-ups using established forms and protocols.


• Family Communication: Serve as the primary point of contact for families during health emergencies, providing timely and clear updates on their child's condition and next steps.


• Health Education: Promote a healthy school environment by educating students, families, and staff on wellness, disease prevention, and safety.


• Compliance: Maintain up-to-date knowledge of local and federal health regulations and ensure the school adheres to all applicable guidelines.

Qualifications:

• Active DC Administration of Medication Certification (required).


• Licensed as a Registered Nurse (RN), Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), or Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) in the District of Columbia (preferred but not required).


• Proven experience in first aid, triage, and emergency medical response in a school or similar setting.


• Strong organizational skills to maintain accurate medical records and incident reports.


• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to interact with students, staff, and families.


• Ability to handle sensitive situations with professionalism and discretion.

Terms of Employment: Temporary, 10 month schedule

• Working Environment: In-school. The role is based on-site and will grow to include another campus, which will result in interaction with students, parents and staff.


• Physical Demands: This role may contain physical demands that would require reasonable accommodations to be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential responsibilities of the job. Should reason be required, the HR department must be notified to discuss the physical demands of the job.

Compensation details: 35-40