RN - Score 1 for Health (PRN)

Kansas City University•Kansas City, KS

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Score 1 RN (PRN) supports the goals of Score 1 for Health by coordinating and providing pediatric health screenings and screening events; maintaining patient flow; supervising and supporting screenings conducted by medical and allied health students; and ensuring adherence to regulatory requirements, universal precautions, and applicable policies and protocols. The RN provides timely follow-up with families, including health education, resource information, and assistance connecting to needed care and services; cultivates relationships with community partners and stakeholders to promote and strengthen the program; and contributes to the ongoing development and operations of Score 1 for Health and the department.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
Current, unrestricted RN license in Missouri and/or Kansas, as required for assigned work locations
Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Word and Excel
Strong verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively interact with children, families, students, school personnel, healthcare professionals, and community partners
Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to prioritize responsibilities, manage multiple tasks, and work effectively with minimal supervision
Detail-oriented, dependable, and self-motivated, with sound judgment and the ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise appropriate discretion
Must have reliable transportation and the ability to travel to elementary schools and other community locations as needed
Requires physical ability to routinely lift a maximum of 25 pounds; ability to bend, reach and stand for extended periods of time

Nice To Haves

Experience in pediatric, school-based, community health, or public health settings preferred
Experience with patient/family education, health promotion, care coordination, or community resources preferred
Bilingual in Spanish is a plus

Responsibilities

Coordinates and supports pediatric health screening events in schools and community settings
Performs health screenings in accordance with established Score 1 for Health protocols, policies, and clinical standards
Coordinates patient flow to promote safe, efficient, and timely completion of screening activities
Supervises and supports medical, nursing, and allied health students participating in health screenings
Provides instruction, guidance, and clinical oversight to students and volunteers performing screening activities
Identifies abnormal or concerning screening findings and ensures appropriate follow-up according to established protocols
Maintains accurate and timely documentation of screening results and related activities
Assists with preparation, organization, and management of screening equipment and supplies
Ensures compliance with infection prevention practices, universal precautions, privacy requirements, and applicable regulatory standards
Conducts timely follow-up with families whose children have screening findings requiring additional evaluation, care, or resources
Provides families with health education and information to support understanding of screening results and recommended next steps
Assists families in identifying and connecting with appropriate healthcare providers, community services, and other resources
Identifies potential barriers to care and works collaboratively with families and community partners to facilitate access to needed services
Builds and maintains relationships with schools, healthcare providers, community organizations, and other partners supporting Score 1 families
Participates in school and community outreach activities to increase awareness of Score 1 for Health and available health resources
Collaborates with the Score 1 team to identify opportunities to improve screening processes, family follow-up, outreach, and access to care