School Nurse

Employment Type

• Part time
• Shift:
• Day
• Shift
• Description:
• SCHOOL
• NURSE,
• PRN
• SUMMARY: Provides health services to participating schools in collaboration with the school principals and under the general direction of the School Health Program Coordinator. Develops and implements health policies and procedures. Serves as a resource to school faculty and staff for health and first aid education. Plans and implements care for students with complex health needs. Provides direct care and education to the student body. Serves as a liaison between the school, community agencies, and professionals dealing with the health and learning needs of students.

Requirements

1. Colleague must have an RN license, as defined by their primary work state (Idaho or Oregon), issued prior to the hire date. · IDAHO ONLY: Multistate licenses must establish residency with the Idaho Board of Nursing within 60 days from hire. 2. Bachelor's degree in Nursing preferred. 3. At hire, Basic Life Support certification from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross is required. (ACLS and/or PALS may be accepted in lieu of BLS) 4. Other certifications may be required as identified in the SAHS Certification Crosswalk 5. Program development and school health or pediatric nursing experience preferred. 6. National School Nurse Certification preferred. 7. Must have active driving privileges. If, during the course of employment, driving privileges change or colleague receives a driving citation, the colleague is required to notify their supervisor and/or HR. WHAT YOU WILL DO: 1. Knows, understands, incorporates, and demonstrates the Organization's Mission, Vision, and Values in behaviors, practices, and decisions. 2. Demonstrates knowledge and skills to competently care for all assigned age groups (Neonate, Child, Adolescent, Adult, Geriatric as applicable). 3. Provides direct nursing care. 4. Provides health education. 5. Functions as School/Community Liaison. 6. Plans and coordinates School Health Program. 7. Demonstrates good listening skills. 8. Proven, exceptional oral and written communication skills needeD WHY YOU WILL LOVE WORKING AT SAINT AL'S: Competitive compensation and full benefits package Opportunities for advancement within Saint Alphonsus and Trinity Health A mission-driven culture that values integrity, teamwork, and innovation Colleagues of Saint Alphonsus Health System enjoy competitive compensation with a full benefits package and opportunity for growth throughout SAHS and Trinity Health. Visit www.saintalphonsus.org/careers to learn more about the benefits, culture and career development opportunities available to you at Saint Alphonsus Health System. Saint Alphonsus and Trinity Health are committed to promoting diversity in its workforce and to providing an inclusive work environment where everyone is treated with fairness, dignity and respect. We are committed to recruit and retain a diverse staff reflective of the communities we serve. Saint Alphonsus and Trinity Health are equal opportunity employers and prohibit discrimination against any individual with regard to race, color, religion, gender, marital status, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law. Our Commitment Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, faith-based health care systems in the nation. Together, we’re 121,000 colleagues and nearly 36,500 physicians and clinicians caring for diverse communities across 27 states. Nationally recognized for care and experience, our system includes 101 hospitals, 126 continuing care locations, the second largest PACE program in the country, 136 urgent care locations, and many other health and well-being services. Based in Livonia, Michigan, in fiscal year 2023, we invested $1.5 billion in our communities through charity care and other community benefit programs. For more information, visit You can also follow Trinity Health on LinkedIn.