What are the responsibilities and job description for the Registered School Nurse (RN) position at Learning Center?
Job Goal(s):
The primary job goal of the Nurse is to work to maintain the good health, safety and well-being of students served by the Van Buren ISD and/or the local school district. To this end, the person provides direct service to students and actively participates in the communication of student medical needs with school personnel.
Minimum Qualifications:
Education:
Post-graduate degree from an accredited program
Certification:
Valid Michigan RN License required
Work Experience:
Previous work experience with children and persons with significant physical disabilities is preferred
Skills:
- Demonstrated competency in core RN clinical and patient care skills
- Ability to assess and respond to a wide range of student health and medical conditions
- Strong communication skills with students, parents, and school personnel
- Reliable attendance and strong organizational skills
- Positive, professional demeanor that supports a welcoming and supportive environment
Essential Job Functions:
- Participate in educational and medical planning for students with health needs
- Deliver effective, student-centered health services in a school setting
- Provide leadership in developing and implementing school health programs
- Collaborate with parents, staff, and external agencies to support student well-being
- Train staff on required healthcare procedures and maintain accurate documentation
- Maintain consistent and dependable attendance
- Maintain a current RN license and pursue ongoing professional development
- Follow all organizational policies and procedures
- Complete assigned responsibilities within established timelines
- Perform additional duties as assigned by the Supervisor or Director of Special Education
This position follows a 211-day schedule, aligned primarily with the school year, with additional required days during the summer.
Terms of Employment: As per master agreement and provisions established by the Van Buren Board of Education.
This posting and our online application can be found on the Van Buren ISD’s website at www.vbisd.org under Employment. If you do not have access to a computer with internet access, you may use a computer at VBISD by calling 269-539-5218.
Position is open until filled.
In-house staff must fill out the online internal application.