Job Summary
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 interprofessional 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.
Qualifications
- Required Associates Degree Nursing
- Required Bachelors 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) - STATEMI 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
How Corewell Health cares for you
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Traditional and Roth retirement options with service contribution and match savings
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Primary Location
SITE - Widdicomb South - 665 Seward Ave - Grand Rapids
Department Name
School Advocacy - Healthier Communities - GR
Employment Type
Full time
Shift
Day (United States of America)
Weekly Scheduled Hours
36
Hours of Work
7:30-4:00pm
Days Worked
Monday-Friday
Weekend Frequency
N/A
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