Local Contract Nurse RN - Med Surg - $54 per hour

TalentBurst, Inc is seeking a local contract nurse RN Med Surg for a local contract nursing job in Federal Way, Washington. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: Med Surg Discipline: RN Start Date: 09/21/2026 Duration: 41 weeks 40 hours per week Shift: 8 hours Employment Type: Local Contract Position Title: RN - School Nurse Length of assignment: 42 weeks Shift: 08:00 AM - 04:00 PM Location: Federal Way , WA Summary: Responsible for supporting the health care needs of students by performing of medical duties ordered by the physician, which are developed and directed by the ESA School Nurse. Responsible for maintaining health records on all students. A 1:1 job may include additional time riding the bus with the student. Responsibilities: Monitor specified medical/health care needs of students with special medical needs, and instruct students to the maximum ability of their independence. Administer student medications and medical procedures as directed and requested by physicians. Administer first aid, per guidelines of Federal Way Public Schools, client, and Department of Health (multi-colored flip chart) within scope of licensure. Maintain records under the guidelines established by the ESA School Nurse and Federal Way Public Schools. Assist with health screening; maintaining information log; recording results of screenings. Maintain confidentiality or provide medical information regarding students according to law and professional ethics guidelines. Will be assigned additional nursing duties as appropriate under the Nurse Practice Act and relevant WAC's. Serve as member of school health team of the District. The preceding list of responsibilities is not exhaustive and may be supplemented as necessary. Qualification: Must have completed an educational program required by Washington State Registered Nurse licensure guidelines, Washington State RN or LPN license. Preferred Qualification: Experience with children with special health care needs and diverse populations. Condition Of Employment: Criminal background clearance Washington State RN or LPN License – maintained and renewed yearly CPR/First Aid Certification through either the American Heart Association or the client. Knowledge Of: School board policies and procedures Neurological/seizure protocol. Basic proficiency of standard computer software applications. Ability To: Perform endotracheal or tracheostomy suctioning. Medication administration and documentation. Provide respiratory treatment and medication. Provide gastrostomy, colostomy, catheterization protocol and procedures. Provide blood glucose monitoring. Provide care for individuals with special needs and their care providers in a warm and confident manner. Establish and maintain effective communications and working relationships with health care professionals and school staff. Organize and perform job responsibilities efficiently and independently without close supervision and able to pay strict attention to detail Speak, read and follow written or verbal communications Practice effective safety and security within individual work routines Develop and maintain positive customer relations with staff and service providers Work collaboratively with District staff and promote teamwork with co-workers Practice ethical and professional standards of conduct including the requirements of confidentiality Relate effectively with parents, staff, students and the public in a multicultural and multiracial community Perform job responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodations Required Knowledge, Skills And Abilities Related To Cultural Competence And Equity: Knowledge/awareness of own cultural identity and how this influences behavior, and desire to learn about the cultural identity of others. Ability to establish and nurture an environment that promotes cultural competence and equitable treatment of staff, students, and patrons of the District. Ability to understand and hold self and others accountable for promoting the Federal Way Public Schools' commitment to "All Means All”. Ability to recognize that each person is a unique individual even as we celebrate their group cultural heritage. Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The employee in this position is required to constantly talk/hear/see, and reach out in front to direct and assist students and handle/grasp throughout their shift up to 50 lbs. The employee is required to frequently sit and walk, bend/stoop, squat/kneel, and use fine finger manipulations. The employee will occasionally be required to stand, lift, carry, twist torso and neck. This position rarely requires climbing/balancing or lifting bench to shoulder or overhead. The employee is required to constantly lift up to 10 lbs; frequently lift up to 25 lbs; and occasionally lift up to 50 lbs. Weights over 50 lbs should be done with a mechanical lift or with help from another person. This position will occasionally push/pull 10 – 50 lbs Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This position works 90% of their time inside and 10% outside. Outside work can be in inclement weather. Noise level is high, exposure to outburst of student. Exposure to infectious disease or unpredictable students who can grab, spit, kick, hit and bite. Employee is required to wear protective gloves and masks as directed by the district program. TB_RN ZRHC Talent Burst Job ID 26-20861. Posted job title: Registered Nurse About TalentBurst, Inc TalentBurst Health & Life Sciences is an established provider of healthcare workforce solutions, servicing healthcare facilities across the United States for over 15 years. As a Joint Commission Certified Agency, our commitment to quality, integrity, and exceptional service has made us a trusted name in the healthcare staffing landscape. Our mission is to bridge the gap between healthcare professionals seeking fulfilling opportunities and healthcare organizations striving to maintain their high standards of care. We are committed to providing top-notch healthcare professionals with access to facilities where they can focus on delivering exceptional patient care and thrive. 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