Registered Nurse; RN - School Nursing

Registered Nurse – School Nursing

Position:
Full‑time, 0.70 FTE (40 hours per week) – Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, August to June following the school schedule.
Preferred start date:
August 10.

• Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
• 40 hours per week (0.70 FTE)
• August to June following the school schedule

• Approximately $53,000–$64,000 annually ($36–$42 per hour)

• Direct access to a clinical provider for you and your dependents
• Discounted care through Health Bar's network
• Medical insurance (HSA option)
• Paid Time Off
• Biannual profit sharing
• Employee 401(k) contributions
• Short‑ and long‑term disability & life insurance
• Licensure & certification renewal support

• Providing nursing care for a student with complex respiratory needs throughout the school day
• Monitoring health status and responding to changes in condition
• Managing tracheostomy and ventilator‑related care according to physician orders and care plans
• Administering medications and treatments as prescribed
• Assessing and responding to illness, injuries, or medical emergencies during the school day
• Maintaining accurate health records and documenting care provided
• Collaborating with teachers, administrators, therapists, and families to support the student’s health and educational goals
• Serving as a health resource for school staff and assisting with health‐related needs as appropriate

This position is primarily focused on supporting a student who requires ongoing tracheostomy care throughout the school day. The role offers the opportunity to build a meaningful, long‑term relationship with a student and school community while providing consistent nursing support throughout the school year. Strong communication skills, patience, and the ability to build trust with both the student and the educational team are important for success in this role.

• Active, unrestricted Michigan Registered Nurse (RN) license
• Experience with tracheostomy and ventilator care strongly preferred
• Experience working with pediatric patients, school settings, or medically complex individuals preferred
• Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively with students, families, and school staff
• BLS certification (American Heart Association or Red Cross) within 90 days of hire
• Background check and fingerprinting required for this role

53,000 – 63,000 USD per year (SNP – Sparta Public Schools).