Working as a specialized school nurse with a student with high medical needs in the Caledonia School District. Provides nursing care responsibly and accountably as described professionally by the American Nurses Association (ANA), the National Association of School Nurses (NASN), and legally by the State of Michigan. Demonstrates competency through critical thinking model known as the nursing process. This includes assessment, diagnosis, outcomes identification, planning, implementation, and evaluation. Upholds the standards of professional performance as described by the ANA and NASN. This includes ethical practice, culturally congruent practice, communication, collaboration, leadership, education, evidence-based practice and research, quality of practice, professional practice evaluation, resource utilization and environmental health. Strives to achieve optimal outcomes from students and families in the communities served.
Essential Functions
Provides evidence-based nursing care consistent with the inter professional plan of care and in accordance with health system and school policies and procedures, and national organization (NASN/ANA). Communicates and collaborates with other members of the health care team and/or school district in order to ensure continuity and coordination of care. Acts as a student / family advocate. Performs point of care testing as required.
Demonstrates a high standard of moral, ethical, and culturally sensitive behavior. Formulates decisions and actions based on ethical principles using the ANA Code of Ethics for Nurses to guide practice. Advocates for privacy, confidentiality and security of student, staff, and organizational data.
Documents nursing care, teaching and training consistent with documentation guidelines and compiles accurate reports.
Assesses the overall needs of the student/family and analyzes the assessment data to identify potential diagnoses or issues.
Identifies expected outcomes/goals and develops and implements/coordinates individualized interprofessional health care and emergency action plans that recommend strategies to achieve outcomes in accordance with ANA and NASN Standards of Practice. Evaluates the student, family, and school staff educational needs and employs appropriate teaching strategies while continually evaluating progress toward achievement of goals/outcomes.
Ensures required documentation is performed in an accurate and timely manner.
Assumes an autonomous leadership role and delegates appropriately to unlicensed health system and school staff to facilitate safe, quality patient care in a cost-effective manner.
Engages in activities related to the professional role and seeks to continually advance knowledge and competence related to school nursing practice while completing self and peer evaluation of nursing practice. Participates in ongoing improvement activities that contribute to quality student care.
Works on site as 1:1 Nurse within Caledonia School District.
Qualifications
Required Associate's Degree Nursing
Required Bachelor's Degree Bachelors of Science in Nursing must be obtained within 4 years for those who start in this RN role on or after January 1, 2017 (Spectrum Health Grand Rapids Hospitals and United Hospital)
2 years of relevant experience in nursing with a concentration in pediatrics, emergency, ambulatory, or community nursing Preferred
Successful completion of orientation and introductory period Required
LIC-Registered Nurse (RN) - STATE_MI State of Michigan Upon Hire required
CRT-Basic Life Support (BLS) - AHA American Heart Association 90 Days required Or
CRT-Basic Life Support (BLS) - ARC American Red Cross 90 Days required
CRT-Basic Life Support Instructor (BLS INSTR) - AHA American Heart Association 1 Year required
CRT-First Aid - AHA American Heart Association preferred
Physical Demands
Pallet to Waist (6" from floor) > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 50 lbs
Waist to Waist > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 50 lbs
Waist to Chest (below shoulder) > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 10 lbs
Waist to Overhead > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 5 lbs
Bilateral Carry > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 25 lbs
Unilateral Carry > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 10 lbs
Pushing Force > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 25 lbs
Pulling Force > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 20 lbs
Sitting: Frequently
Standing: Occasionally
Walking: Occasionally
Forward Bend - Standing: Seldom
Forward Bend - Sitting: Seldom
Trunk Rotation - Standing: Seldom
Trunk Rotation - Sitting: Seldom
Squat: Seldom
Stair Climbing: Seldom
Crawling / Kneeling: Seldom
Driving: Frequently
Reach - Above Shoulder: Seldom
Reach - at Shoulder or Below: Seldom
Handling: Seldom
Forceful Grip > 5 lbs: Seldom
Forceful Pinch > 2 lbs: Seldom
Finger/Hand Dexterity: Frequently
Visual Acuity
[None = No; Seldom = Yes]: Seldom
Primary LocationSITE - Widdicomb South - 665 Seward Ave - Grand Rapids
Department NameSchool Advocacy - Healthier Communities - GR
Employment TypeFull time
ShiftDay (United States of America)
Weekly Scheduled Hours36
Hours of Work8:15 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Days WorkedMonday - Friday
Weekend FrequencyN/A
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