School Based Health Care Coordinator

Akron Children's Hospital•Akron, OH

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The School Health Care Coordinator coordinates and manages health services for students within the school system. The role identifies, assesses, and addresses health-related barriers to student success and well-being. The coordinator works collaboratively with students, families, school staff, primary care providers, and school-based health providers to ensure students receive necessary health care services and to bridge gaps in care. This is a part-time, onsite position working Monday through Friday while school is in session, 35 hours per week. The role requires an Associate Degree in Nursing; incumbents hired with an ADN must obtain a Bachelor of Science in Nursing within five years of hire. A BSN is preferred. A current Ohio Registered Nurse license, Basic Life Support (BLS) CPR certification, and at least two years of pediatric healthcare experience are required.

Requirements

Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) required.
Incumbents hired with an ADN must obtain a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) within five years of hire.
Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of Ohio required.
Basic Life Support (BLS) CPR certification required.
At least two years of pediatric healthcare experience required.
Experience in pediatrics.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Excel, and Word) or similar software.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).
Pediatric nursing or school nursing certifications.
Experience in a school-based environment or community health setting.
Experience with Epic or similar electronic medical record software.

Responsibilities

Monitor and track student health progress, ensuring appropriate follow-up and support with healthcare providers.
Provide health education and counseling to students and families to help manage medical conditions and promote healthy behaviors.
Work with school nurses and school-based health providers to provide holistic support for students.
Collaborate with healthcare providers, mental health professionals, and community organizations to connect students with needed services.
Coordinate referrals to medical, mental health, and social services for students and families.
Serve as a liaison among the school, students’ families, and local healthcare providers to support appropriate care.
Advocate for students and families to access necessary resources and services.
Help families navigate healthcare systems, including insurance, medical appointments, and follow-up care.
Provide crisis intervention and support during health emergencies, including medical conditions, injuries, and mental health crises.
Maintain accurate and confidential records of student health information, services provided, and outcomes.
Prepare reports on health trends, issues, and outcomes for school administration and relevant stakeholders.
Comply with student privacy regulations, including HIPAA and FERPA.
Perform other duties as assigned.