School Nurse - Registered Nurse (RN) Job at Job Bridge Global, South Bend, IN

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  • Job Bridge Global
  • South Bend, IN

Job Description

School Nurse-Registered Nurse (RN) for a School Corporation located in Granger, IN. 

This a days only job.

School Nurse - Registered Nurse (RN)

Position Summary:  The School Nurse provides comprehensive health services to students by assessing health needs, delivering appropriate care, and serving as a resource for parents, teachers, staff, and administrators. This role ensures a safe and healthy school environment by addressing health concerns, managing medical conditions, and promoting overall wellness.

School Nurse - Registered Nurse (RN)- Key Responsibilities:

  • Conduct health assessments and administer mandatory screenings (vision, dental, hearing, height/weight) for students.
  • Collaborate with parents, teachers, and students to discuss health appraisals and recommend follow-up care.
  • Deliver care to ill, medically fragile, or injured students by providing first aid, administering medications, and performing specialized medical treatments according to physician instructions and with parental consent.
  • Counsel students and families on health conditions, mental health, substance abuse, and healthy lifestyle choices.
  • Support students with chronic illnesses and high-risk conditions (e.g., allergies, asthma, diabetes, seizures) to help them achieve optimal health and functionality.
  • Provide emergency medical treatment and assess urgent health situations.
  • Assess and address situations involving student safety, abuse, and other health-related issues, ensuring compliance with legal requirements.
  • Maintain accurate immunization records and ensure compliance with immunization requirements.
  • Promote a healthy school environment through education on health topics like nutrition, hygiene, and medication management.
  • Maintain confidentiality of student health records while adhering to communicable disease control standards.

Additional Duties:

  • Participate in professional development, departmental meetings, and continuing education.
  • Support school events, health fairs, athletic physicals, and flu clinics as needed.
  • Act as a liaison between the school and community health agencies or medical facilities.
  • Maintain organized health records, including daily logs, medication administration records, and incident reports.

Working Conditions:

  • Primarily works in a school environment; may travel within the school district.
  • May require flexible hours for school events and health emergencies.

Requirements

School Nurse - Registered Nurse (RN)- Qualifications:

  • Current RN or LPN license in the State of Indiana.
  • CPR certification required; valid driver's license with a good driving record.
  • Experience in school nursing, public health, pediatrics, or community nursing preferred.
  • Strong clinical, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
  • Excellent communication skills for effective interaction with students, families, and staff.
  • Ability to manage electronic health records and maintain organized documentation.
  • Physical ability to provide CPR, assist in lifting students, and perform essential job functions.

Benefits

If you are a compassionate, skilled nurse committed to promoting student health and well-being, we encourage you to apply.

Rates of pay and full benefit package and singing on bonus will be given upon first meeting/ interview.

Job Tags

Flexible hours,

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