RN School Nurse Kent County and Montcalm County

Corewell Health • Grand Rapids, MI

2d • Onsite

About The Position

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

The nurse provides evidence-based care under interprofessional plans and health system and school policies, collaborates with health care teams and school districts, advocates for students and families, performs point-of-care testing as required, and documents care and education accurately. The role assesses student and family needs, develops and coordinates individualized care and emergency action plans, educates students, families, and school staff, and evaluates progress toward goals. The nurse also delegates appropriately, participates in quality improvement, and continually develops and evaluates professional nursing practice.

A minimum of two shifts per month must be scheduled and/or worked. The position is part time, with a stated schedule of 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday; weekend frequency is listed as not applicable.

Requirements

• Associate's degree in nursing.
• Two years of relevant nursing experience, with a concentration in pediatrics, emergency, ambulatory, or community nursing.
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing must be obtained within four years for those starting in this RN role on or after January 1, 2017, at Spectrum 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.

Nice To Haves

• Successful completion of orientation and introductory period.
• First Aid certification from the American Heart Association.

Responsibilities

• Provide evidence-based nursing care consistent with the interprofessional plan of care, health system and school policies and procedures, and ANA/NASN standards.
• Communicate and collaborate with health care team members and school districts to ensure continuity and coordination of care.
• Act as an advocate for students and families.
• Perform point-of-care testing as required.
• Practice ethically and in a culturally sensitive manner, guided by the ANA Code of Ethics for Nurses.
• Protect the privacy, confidentiality, and security of student, staff, and organizational data.
• Document nursing care, teaching, and training according to documentation guidelines, and 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.
• Assess educational needs of students, families, and school staff; use appropriate teaching strategies and evaluate progress toward goals.
• Complete required documentation accurately and in a timely manner.
• Assume an autonomous leadership role and delegate appropriately to unlicensed health system and school staff to support safe, quality, cost-effective care.
• Engage in professional activities, advance knowledge and competence in school nursing, and complete self- and peer evaluations of nursing practice.
• Participate in ongoing improvement activities that contribute to quality student care.
• Schedule and/or work a minimum of two shifts per month.

Benefits

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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: Associate degree