School Nurse-LPN

ATC Healthcare Services; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 33,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k Plan

Tuition reimbursement

Flexible schedules

Job summary

ATC Healthcare Services is seeking a School Nurse to provide nursing services to students in the Detroit area schools. The role involves working with school staff, parents, and guardians under supervision of the chief school nurse and/or principal.

Responsibilities include daily student assessments, documenting care, providing first aid, and ensuring proper equipment and PPE are used. Must hold an LPN/LVN license and CPR certification, with experience in school settings.

Qualifications

• Current and unrestricted license as an LPN/LVN in the state of practice.
• At least one year of nursing experience in a school setting.
• CPR certification as required by client facility; health/screening tests as required.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing services to students within the school environment.
• Assess each student daily and document findings.
• Provide first aid in medical emergencies and coordinate with staff.

Skills

Love kids

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

LPN/LVN diploma

RN license not required

Tools

CPR certification

Medical equipment familiarity

Job description

ATC Healthcare is looking for School Nurses! The SCHOOL NURSE provides nursing services to the student population in various environments. The school Nurse works cooperatively with the school staff, parents, and guardians to provide for the health care needs of students. The school Nurse works under the supervision of the chief school nurse and/or school principal.

Job Description

School-Based Nurses- (Exceptional Student Education and General Education)

School-Based Nurses shall adhere to the following guidelines:

• Work under the direction of aDPSCD Registered Nurse.
• Adhere to and document the bell schedule of the assigned school on timesheets unless approval for alternate hours has been granted by the Nursing Supervisor.
• Assess each assigned student daily and correlate assessment areas with the student’s diagnosis.
• Ensure tracheotomy students have appropriate equipment including trach care kits, portable suction machines, trach tubes, and suction catheters.
• Provide general nursing services within the assigned school building.
• Check medical equipment daily for proper functioning and notify the DPSCD Registered Nurse if equipment is missing or not operational.
• Provide first aid in medical emergencies.
• Notify parents or guardians of illnesses, injuries, or incidents while the student is under care.
• Nurses shall follow universal precautions, isolation techniques, PPE requirements, and all sound nursing policies and procedures.

Documentation shall be timely and accurate and include:

• Medication administration
• Treatments performed
• Monthly data reporting
• Communication regarding communicable disease symptoms
• Any additional required documentation

About Us

For more than 40 years, ATC Healthcare has provided leading nurses and healthcare professionals to hospitals and facilities nationwide. Healthcare systems around the U.S., including municipal health systems, multi-unit senior care companies, governments, school systems, VMS and MSP vendors trust us to deliver more than 100,000 nurses and other healthcare professionals on-demand. If you have a track record of success in healthcare, we want you to join us!

We offer the following benefits:

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement
• 401k Plan
• Flexible Schedules
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• Identity theft insurance
• Compensation $28.15

Education

• LPN/LVN: Graduate of an accredited Diploma, Associate or Baccalaureate School of Nursing.
• LPN/LVN: Graduate of an accredited licensed practical/vocational school of nursing.

Requirements of the School Nurse Position:

• LPN/LVN: Graduate of an accredited Diploma, Associate or Baccalaureate School of Nursing.
• Current and unrestricted license as a Licensed Practical Nurse in the state of practice.
• At least one year experience as a nurse in the school setting.
• CPR as required by client facility; health and screening tests as required by specific facilities and/or regulatory agencies.
• Must love kids!

Representative Duties and Responsibilities:

• Complies with ATC policies/procedures.
• Complies with client facility nursing policies/procedures.
• Documents accurately and completely services provided.
• Maintains confidentiality relative to patient care and facility practices in accordance with HIPAA and/or other applicable standards.
• Communicates information effectively to appropriate personnel.
• Orders nursing and other supplies as requested.
• Provides required care while maintaining a safe, therapeutic environment.
• Provides patient services in a non-judgmental, non-discriminatory manner that considers cultural diversity and age appropriateness so that autonomy, rights, and dignity are preserved.
• Provides nursing care and first aid to ill students.
• Initiates emergency care as appropriate to the circumstance.
• May ride the school bus as needed to accompany medically fragile students.
• Serves as an intermediary between school, home, physician, and social agencies regarding the health status of students.
• Assists in the health education of students by acting as a resource and consultant to teaching staff.
• Coordinates appropriate referrals for students with community agencies or programs.
• Identifies and recommends students for placement in various health programs.
• Complies and makes appropriate referrals regarding applicable health laws, immunization, and communicable diseases.
• Maintains competency by participating in continuing education programs and meets state specific requirements.
• Complies with accepted ethical conduct and professional standards of nursing practice as set forth by the American Nurses Association or equivalent nursing organization.
• Duties, responsibilities and activities may vary by assignment and may change at any time with or without notice.

Equal Opportunity Employer: ATC Healthcare Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without regards to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status or any other category protected by Federal, State or local law. M/F/D/V EOE

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