School Registered Nurse (RN) - Morgridge Academy - Pool/PRN
About The Position
National Jewish Health is seeking a PRN School Registered Nurse (RN) to support the health, safety, and well-being of students attending Morgridge Academy. This role combines direct nursing care, health education, and collaboration with families, providers, and educators to help students achieve their full potential in the classroom. The ideal candidate is compassionate, adaptable, and passionate about caring for children with complex medical needs in a unique school setting. As the nation's leading respiratory hospital, National Jewish Health is committed to improving lives through exceptional patient care, research, and education. This PRN opportunity offers the chance to make a meaningful impact in the lives of children by supporting their health and learning within Morgridge Academy's innovative educational environment.
Requirements
- Current Colorado RN license required
- Current CPR/BLS certification required
- Bachelors in Nursing or Graduation from an Accredited School of Nursing required.
Nice To Haves
- A minimum of one (1) year general pediatric experience preferred.
Responsibilities
- Assess and provide nursing care for students, including addressing daily health concerns, administering treatments, and responding to physician orders.
- Serve as a clinical resource for educators and school staff by providing guidance and education regarding students' medical conditions and healthcare needs.
- Develop and deliver health education programming while promoting student wellness, safety, and healthy lifestyle habits.
- Communicate with parents, physicians, and interdisciplinary team members.
- Maintain accurate documentation.
- Support student health screenings and school activities, including field trips.
- Assesses and treats students per physician orders.
- Assesses and treats day to day medical needs of the students.
- Develops and teaches Health Education classes to students.
- Provides a resource to educational staff in regards to specific student's medical needs.
- Educates school staff about medical conditions affecting the learning ability of students.
- Communicates with parents and/or physicians as needed.
- Participates in research projects initiated by medical research staff.
- Evaluates and documents effectiveness of nursing interventions.
- Provides safe nursing care.
- Conducts routine and necessary physical screening such as: vision, height, and weight.
- Ensures all necessary and required medical supplies and equipment is available and maintained properly.
- Attends field trips with students.
- Maintains student confidentiality and any other confidential information obtained during performance of duties.
- Performs all other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- This position is PRN that is not eligible for benefits.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Mid Level
