ATC Oakland County·Detroit, Michigan
The School Nurse provides nursing services to students, including daily assessments, medication administration, and emergency first aid. They work cooperatively with school staff and parents to manage student health needs and maintain accurate medical documentation.
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.
School-Based Nurses-: (Exceptional Student Education and General Education)
Work under the direction of a DPSCD 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.
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!
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!
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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Market context
In Michigan, school support staff roles for registered nurses are often shaped by district staffing needs, student health services, and compliance requirements. These positions can be competitive because candidates need an accredited RN background, a current Michigan RN license, and current BLS for Healthcare Providers certification; on this platform, the job requirements and benefits are AI-summarized from the original posting to save you research time. Before applying, confirm your license and BLS are current and review how the role supports daily student health needs.