Public Health Nurse - School Nurse (Consultative)

Summary

Under the general direction of the Community Public Health Supervisor, provides nursing services to identified students and families. Serves as subject matter expert in the School Wellness Program at the Calhoun County Public Health Department.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

1. Assist with Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) for general education and special education students.
2. Delivering engaging, age-appropriate health education lessons covering hygiene, nutrition, dental health, and/or germ prevention.
3. Work with school personnel to improve the understanding of chronic health issues.
4. Communicate with parents and other health care providers as appropriate.
5. Provide input for new or revised policies and procedures.
6. Provide information, answer questions, and provide referrals as necessary.
7. Collaborate with other school nurses to implement, train and maintain the Medical Emergency Response Team (MERT) protocols across all Lakeview School District buildings.

Job Qualifications

• Must be a Registered Nurse licensed to practice in Michigan. BSN preferred.
• Oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Time management skills.
• Mental ability to frequently handle simultaneous projects requiring concentration and attention to detail with frequent distractions due to people and/or telephone calls.
• Frequently required to walk and/or stand for extended periods of time, perform repetitive movement, and/or work in confined areas.
• Ability to work effectively with individuals and groups from a variety of identities, cultures, backgrounds, and ideologies.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• None

Working Conditions

Hybrid Work Classification: Hybrid Eligible
Flexibility Classification: Fixed Schedule

• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally.
• Largely sedentary role with extensive computer work.
• Travel required between schools.
• May have contact with infectious disease exposure to bloodborne pathogens.
• On-call availability to respond to emergencies (e.g., program-related and public health emergencies).
• Extended workdays (beyond 8 hours/day) and weekends or holidays may be required.