About HealthBar

HealthBar, an organization built in 2020, whose purpose is about changing lives through nurse-driven healthcare for schools and businesses, welcomes you.

We all work together to cover 250,000 lives by 2030.

We specialize in nurse-driven healthcare, our sweet spot. If you want to belong to a team that does that well every day, this company’s a great fit for you.

Our clients are Michigan based businesses and schools seeking to increase healthcare accessibility, improve employee experience, and reduce medical costs as well as Michigan school districts seeking quality accessible care for their students, staff, and families, compliance with regulations, and improving the overall health and safety within schools and businesses.   If you have experience working with this type of client – or want that experience – this role will be a great fit. 

You will love it here if you:

• are GRITTY
• are CONSIDERATE
• are GROWTH ORIENTED
• Do THE RIGHT THING

We train our team to help them succeed, and everyone on our team helps with our success.  If you want to come to work, learn, and be reminded of why you chose healthcare as a career in the first place, you’ll find true value in this position. 

Our company runs on EOS purely. That means as a member of this team, you will have a leader who:

• Gives clear directions
• Makes sure you have the necessary tools
• Acts with the greater good in mind
• Delegates appropriately
• Takes time to truly understand your role and how you can help the company
• Makes their expectations clear
• Communicates well
• Has effective meetings
• Meets one-on-one with you quarterly or more, if needed
• Rewards and recognizes your performance

HealthBar is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in its workforce.  

The approximate schedule for this part-time position is from 10:00 AM to 3:30 PM. The day begins in Galesburg, with a 30-minute bus ride to Kalamazoo each way. This is a year-round program with two two-week summer breaks.

You’ll love coming to work every day if you get, want, and have the capacity to: 

•  Monitor, manage and provide one-on-one medical care to students with complex health conditions, creating individualized healthcare plans and implementing necessary accommodations or modifications. 
• Being a resource for students, staff, and visitors in the school setting, including assessing, diagnosing, and treating illnesses or injuries within the nursing scope of practice. 
• Administer medications, treatments, and vaccinations as prescribed. 
• Respond effectively and promptly to medical emergencies, following established protocols and initiating necessary actions. 
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date health records for students, documenting patient care, medications administered, and any health-related incidents. 
• Assess and promote the overall health and wellness of the school community through health screenings, health promotion programs, and preventative health education. 
• Collaborate with teachers, administrators, and parents to carry out individualized education programs (IEPs) and 504 plans for students with special healthcare needs. 
• Provide support and training to staff regarding health-related issues, ensuring they are equipped to handle emergencies and promote a healthy environment. 
• Educate students, staff, and parents on topics such as hygiene, nutrition, safety, and disease prevention. 
• Collaborate with other healthcare professionals, including physicians, psychologists, and social workers, to coordinate student care and provide a comprehensive approach to healthcare. 
• Stay current with healthcare practices, policies, and regulations, attending professional development activities to improve knowledge and skills. 
• Maintain confidentiality of all patient records and adhere to legal and ethical standards of healthcare practice.
• Attend a quarterly company wide meeting in person (Grand Rapids)  

Qualifications and Requirements: 

• Bachelor's degree in Nursing from an accredited institution. 
• Valid and unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of Michigan. 
• Current certification in Basic Life Support (BLS). 
• Minimum of 2 years of experience working as a Registered Nurse, preferably in a pediatric or school setting. 
• Excellent clinical assessment and decision-making skills. 
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and collaboration skills. 
• Knowledge of common childhood illnesses, injuries, and chronic health conditions. 
• Familiarity with nursing best practices, infection control procedures, and medication administration protocols. 
• Ability to work independently and demonstrate flexibility in a fast-paced environment. 
• Proficiency in using electronic medical records (EMR) systems and basic computer skills.