SY26-27 Registered Nurse

Fugees Family • Atlanta, GA

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Georgia Fugees Academy Charter School (GFACS) is seeking a Registered Nurse to serve students in grades 6-12. This 10-month, exempt position requires an unwavering commitment to the Fugees Family, Inc. mission and a dedication to meeting the needs of students, families, and staff. The school serves refugee and immigrant youth, many of whom begin middle school performing well below grade level. The nurse will report to the School Leader.

Requirements

• Current Registered Nurse license or registration as required by state or jurisdiction.
• Completion of an accredited nursing program.
• Knowledge of nursing practices, patient care standards, and medical documentation procedures.
• Ability to assess patient needs and respond appropriately to changes in condition.
• Strong communication, critical thinking, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with multidisciplinary healthcare teams.
• Excellent command of the English language with a passion for supporting expressive language in non-native speakers.
• A strong sense of loving accountability and individual and collective responsibility.
• Believe that all students are capable of academic achievement.
• Commit to building deep, authentic relationships with students and families.
• Duties and expectations are carried out in a positive, productive, accurate, and punctual/on-time manner.
• Be receptive to coaching, mentoring, feedback, and performance evaluations for purposes of professional growth and development.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing preferred.
• Prior clinical nursing experience in a hospital, clinic, long-term care, rehabilitation, or similar healthcare setting.
• Experience with electronic medical records systems.
• Certification in Basic Life Support or other relevant clinical certifications, depending on workplace requirements.

Responsibilities

• Assess patient health problems, symptoms, needs, and overall condition.
• Develop, implement, and update individualized nursing care plans.
• Administer nursing care to patients who are ill, injured, convalescent, or disabled.
• Monitor patient progress and respond to changes in condition.
• Maintain accurate and timely patient medical records.
• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed by authorized healthcare providers.
• Collaborate with physicians, healthcare professionals, patients, and families to coordinate care.
• Educate patients and families on health maintenance, disease prevention, treatment plans, and post-care instructions.
• Provide emotional support and guidance to patients and families.
• Follow established clinical procedures, safety standards, and infection-control protocols.
• Support case management activities when appropriate.
• Ensure compliance with applicable healthcare regulations, facility policies, and professional nursing standards.

Benefits

• Benefits provided through the State of Georgia’s State Health Benefit Plan
• Specific medical, dental, and vision plans covered 100% for employees and 50% for eligible dependents
• Generous employer contribution towards the employee’s retirement plan as part of the Teachers Retirement System of Georgia
• Paid holidays and days off
• Paid family leave and backup care reimbursement
• Working for a mission-driven organization doing impactful work
• A fun, collaborative, and balanced culture

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree