Registered Nurse - NW Outdoor Science School

Northwest Regional Education Service District is an equal opportunity employer; committed to building an inclusive community and an environment free from discrimination, harassment, and retaliation. We are proud to be an antiracist organization. We work to understand how racial ideology is manufactured and how it impacts the lives of our staff and those we serve. In line with our commitment to disrupting systemic racism, we acknowledge that research shows that Black, Indigenous, and people of color (BIPOC) and women are significantly less likely to apply for some positions, believing they must meet every qualification as described in the job description.

At NWRESD, we value representation, and we are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job. We know that sometimes that candidate may be one who comes from a less traditional background.
We encourage you to apply, even if you don't believe you meet every one of the qualifications described below.

Position Title: Registered Nurse - Outdoor School

Department: Instructional Services / Northwest Outdoor Science School

Location: Outdoor School (Various Locations)

Reports To: Outdoor School Site Supervisor

Compensation: NOSS Salary Schedule ($36.72 - $46.51 per hour)

Spring 2026 Session: 2/10/26 - 6/2/26

TWO POSITIONS AVAILABLE

In partnership with the communities we serve, Northwest Regional ESD improves student learning by providing equitable access to high quality services and support.

The Outdoor School Registered Nurse provides nursing assessments, health screenings, health counseling, treatment of minor injuries or ailments, medication administration, and referral services for more in-depth medical service. The RN position is located at one of five Outdoor School sites and may be assigned to provide health services to numerous students at various campsites within the Northwest Outdoor Science School, and the assignments can change, depending on emerging student health needs.

Ideal candidates for this position have interest in the field of pediatrics, interest in working in outdoor education, and desire living in close knit communities while practicing as a Registered Nurse. Recent graduates are encouraged to apply. This position requires the employee to live on-site during the work week Monday‑Friday. Room and board are provided. Our program operates at multiple sites in Northwest Oregon near the following communities:
Vernonia, Salem, Cloverdale, Rockaway Beach, and Welches. This position is seasonal, but there may be an opportunity available to continue employment in future sessions. The employee will be compensated 50 hours per week. Weekly schedules vary from Monday‑Friday or Sunday‑Thursday. Most work weeks are 5 days. Due to the seasonal camp‑based nature of this position, it is exempt for state overtime wage regulations.

• Current RN license and licensed to practice in the state of Oregon.
• Current First Aid/CPR certification required.
• Valid driver's license and accompanying automobile insurance with ability to travel to site every week during the season.
• Preferred experience with interpreting public health guidelines.

• Demonstrate a commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging through continuous development, modeling inclusive behaviors, and proactively managing bias.
• Ability to work with very high degree of accuracy and organizational skills.
• Ability to exhibit professionalism and effective human relations.
• Ability to communicate effectively with all staff, doctors, medical facility personnel, mental health professionals, parents/families, and students.
• Ability to self‑regulate emotions and have technical skills to successfully respond to emergencies.
• Ability to effectively perform in a residential work environment, five days a week.
• Confer regularly with site supervisor and/or nursing coordinator.
• Skillfully utilize educational technology and software as required by the position.
• Maintain professional and technical knowledge by participating in professional development activities.

• A. Provide health supervision,…