Registered Nurse (RN) – School Nursing 

Kalamazoo, MI | $50,000 – $55,000 annually | Summers Off 

Why This Role Is Different 

This role provides 1:1 nursing support for a student during the school day. 

As a 1:1 school nurse, you will be assigned to support one student who requires ongoing medical care. Your role is to help remove health-related barriers, support independence, and ensure the student can fully engage in their environment. 

Unlike traditional school nurse positions that cover large student populations, this role allows you to focus on individualized care, relationship-building, and consistent support for one student throughout the school day. 

When the student is absent or additional support is needed, you may also assist the school with medication administration or other routine nursing needs. 

Schedule 

• Monday – Friday 

• 7:00 AM – 1:30 PM 

• 32.5 hours per week 

• Approximately 0.56 FTE 

This role follows the school-year calendar, meaning: 

• Summers off 

• School holidays off 

• No nights or weekends 

• No bus riding responsibilities 

Compensation 

• Approximately $50,000 – $55,000 annually 

Benefits  

• Direct access to a clinical provider for you, your spouse, and dependents  

• Discounted care through HealthBar’s healthcare network  

• Medical insurance (with HSA option)  

• Paid PTO  

• Unlimited unpaid time off  

• Biannual Profit Sharing  

• 401(k)   

• Short- and long-term disability & life insurance  

• Licensure and certification renewal support 

What Your Days Look Like 

You’ll provide nursing support within the school setting, including: 

• Providing 1:1 nursing care for a student with complex health needs, supporting independence and safe participation in the school day 

• Monitoring health status and managing chronic conditions according to individualized 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, and families to support student health plans, including IEPs and 504 plans 

• Serving as a health resource for the school community and providing guidance or training to staff as needed 

Program Details 

• Small program with approximately 30 students 

• Emotionally impaired school setting 

• Primary responsibility is supporting one middle school–aged student who requires ongoing chronic disease management during the school day 

Strong communication and relationship-building skills are important when supporting the student in this environment. 

This Role Is a Great Fit If… 

You’re an RN who enjoys building strong relationships with students and providing individualized care in a school environment. This role is ideal for someone who wants meaningful work during the school day while maintaining evenings, weekends, and summers free. 

The (Required) Qualifications 

To practice safely and compliantly, we do need: 

• Active, unrestricted Michigan Registered Nurse (RN) license 

• Experience working with pediatric patients, school settings, or chronic disease management preferred 

• Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively with middle school–aged students 

• BLS certification (American Heart Association or Red Cross) within 90 days of hire 

• Background check and fingerprinting will be required for this role