What are the responsibilities and job description for the School Nurse (RN) position at Catalyst Healthcare Staffing Group?
Overview
We currently have open positions for School Nurse's schools located in Genesee County. This is an opportunity to do important work for students and families in an at-risk community still affected by the effects of the water crisis.
We are looking for a caring, compassionate, experienced professional who loves taking care of children and prioritizes communication and engagement. The position requires administrative work as well as one-on-one time with students, and we are looking for an individual who truly cares about making school a better place for students. This includes educating students about healthy habits as well as responding to any medical complaints at school and performing routine screenings.
No weekends, nights or holidays!
PTO and retention bonus' offered.
RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES:
- Nursing Assessment of health problems, identifying health needs of students
- Initiates referrals to parents, school personnel, and community health resources for intervention, remediation, and follow through
- Case management of students with chronic health care needs and those needing emergency action plans, which may include treatment and coverage of diabetics, seizures, asthma, and severe allergic reactions, etc.
- Utilizes a method of tracking to maintain and document case management progress
- Helps school personnel recognize departures from appropriate behavior and growth patterns; helps students and staff adjust student programs when necessary to accommodate health needs of students.
- Supports the child education evaluation team process in developing health individualized educational plans (I.E.P.) and 504 plans, as the health specialist in the building, when healthcare needs are identified.
QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS:
- Pediatric or Public Health experience preferred
- BLS certification
- Associates or Bachelors degree in nursing
- 2 years' experience as a registered nurse in a clinical environment
- Impeccable organization skills
- Able to establish rapport with students and their parents
Join us in making a positive impact on the lives of our students by providing essential healthcare services within the school environment.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $32.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Medical Specialty:
- Pediatrics
Physical Setting:
- School
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- No weekends
Work Location: In person
Salary : $32