RN, School Nurse Float

Corewell Health • Grand Rapids, MI

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Provides accountable nursing care in accordance with the American Nurses Association (ANA), the National Association of School Nurses (NASN), and Michigan law. Uses the nursing process—including assessment, diagnosis, outcomes identification, planning, implementation, and evaluation—and upholds professional standards for ethical and culturally congruent practice, communication, collaboration, leadership, education, evidence-based practice, quality, professional evaluation, resource utilization, and environmental health. Works to achieve optimal outcomes for students and families in the communities served.

Provides evidence-based care under interprofessional plans of care and applicable health system and school policies. Coordinates with health care teams and school districts, advocates for students and families, performs point-of-care testing as needed, and maintains accurate and timely documentation. Assesses student and family needs, develops and coordinates individualized health care and emergency action plans, and evaluates educational needs and progress. The role also includes appropriate delegation, professional development, peer and self-evaluation, and participation in quality improvement activities.

This is a full-time, day-shift position with 36 scheduled hours per week. Hours are 7:30 a.m.–4:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. The primary location is Widdicomb South, 665 Seward Ave NW, Grand Rapids, Michigan.

Requirements

• Associate's degree in Nursing.
• For those who start in this RN role on or after January 1, 2017, a Bachelor of Science in Nursing must be obtained within four years (Corewell Health Grand Rapids Hospitals and United Hospital).
• Michigan Registered Nurse (RN) license required upon hire.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross required within 90 days.
• Basic Life Support Instructor certification from the American Heart Association required within one year.
• Successful completion of orientation and introductory period.
• Two years of relevant nursing experience in pediatrics, emergency, ambulatory, or community nursing is preferred.

Nice To Haves

• Two years of relevant nursing experience in pediatrics, emergency, ambulatory, or community nursing.
• First Aid certification from the American Heart Association.

Responsibilities

• Provide evidence-based nursing care consistent with interprofessional plans of care, health system and school policies, and ANA/NASN guidance.
• Communicate and collaborate with health care team members and school districts to coordinate and ensure continuity of care.
• Advocate for students and families, and perform point-of-care testing as required.
• Practice ethically and in a culturally sensitive manner; protect the privacy, confidentiality, and security of student, staff, and organizational data.
• Document nursing care, teaching, and training accurately and in accordance with documentation guidelines; compile accurate reports.
• Assess student and family needs and analyze assessment data to identify potential diagnoses or issues.
• Identify expected outcomes and develop, implement, and coordinate individualized interprofessional health care and emergency action plans.
• Evaluate educational needs of students, families, and school staff; use appropriate teaching strategies and evaluate progress toward goals.
• Complete required documentation accurately and on time.
• Assume an autonomous leadership role and delegate appropriately to unlicensed health system and school staff to support safe, quality, cost-effective care.
• Advance knowledge and competence in school nursing, participate in self- and peer evaluation, and contribute to ongoing quality improvement activities.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package addressing financial, health, and work/life balance goals.
• On-demand pay program powered by Payactiv.
• Discounts directory for restaurants, phone plans, spas, and other offerings.
• Optional identity theft protection, home insurance, and auto insurance.
• Traditional and Roth retirement options with service contribution and matching savings. Eligibility for benefits depends on employment type and status.

What This Job Offers

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