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Registered Nurse (RN) - Grand Rapids Area

HealthBar

Sparta, Michigan

$36/hr

About $53k–$63k/yr

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Posted Jul 31, 2026 · Last seen active Aug 2, 2026

What this might mean for you

The posted pay pencils out to roughly $53k–$63k a year. It's a day shift — the full-speed version of the unit, with every specialist in the building.

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Registered Nurse - School Nursing $53,000–$63,000 annually | Summers Off | Start Date: August 10th | Why Nurses Choose HealthBar Healthcare doesn't have to mean long shifts, unpredictable schedules, or rushing from patient to patient. At HealthBar, our school nurses build meaningful relationships, have the time to deliver thoughtful care, and receive ongoing support from an experienced clinical leadership team. Our Nurses Choose School Nursing Because It Offers Predictable daytime hours Nights, weekends, holidays, and summers off Time to build meaningful relationships instead of managing high patient volumes A collaborative team environment Clinical support when you need it The opportunity to make a lasting impact on students and families Why This Role Is Different School nursing is different from almost every other nursing role. Instead of caring for dozens of patients during a shift, you'll have the opportunity to provide thoughtful, relationship-based care in one school community. You'll become a trusted healthcare resource for students, families, and school staff while helping students safely participate in their education. Every day is meaningful, collaborative, and predictable... As predictable as nursing can get. You'll work alongside teachers, therapists, administrators, and families to support student health while enjoying a schedule that leaves your evenings, weekends, holidays, and summers free. This position primarily supports a student with ongoing medical needs while also serving as a valued member of the school's health team when additional support is needed. Schedule Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM 40 hours per week | 0.70 FTE August - June, following school schedule Preferred start Date: August 10th Compensation Approximately $53,000–$64,000 annually ($36–$42 per hour) Benefits Direct access to a clinical provider (you + dependents) Discounted care through HealthBar's network Medical insurance (with HSA option) Paid Time Off Biannual profit sharing Employee 401(k) contributions Short- and long-term disability & life insurance Licensure & certification renewal support What Your Days Look Like You’ll provide nursing support within the school setting, including: 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 Program Details This position is primarily focused on supporting a student who requires ongoing tracheostomy care throughout the school day. This 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 educational team are important for success in this role. 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 values consistency, communication, and becoming a trusted member of a student’s support team. We are seeking someone interested in establishing continuity of care and growing with the student and school community over time. If you enjoy seeing the impact of your work firsthand and want a schedule that provides evenings, weekends, holidays, and summers off, this may be an excellent fit. The (Required) Qualifications To practice safely and compliantly, we do need: 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 will be required for this role The Pay Range For This Role Is 53,000 - 63,000 USD per year(SNP- Sparta Public Schools)

Skills for this role

tracheostomy careventilator caremedication administrationrespiratory carehealth monitoringemergency responsehealth documentation

Certifications

BLS

Requirements

  • Active, unrestricted Michigan Registered Nurse (RN) license
  • To practice safely and compliantly, we do need:

Benefits

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

About the employer

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You would be joining HealthBar, a nurse-driven organization founded in May 2020 that now places nurses in Michigan schools, home care, telehealth, on-site employer clinics, and a Direct Primary Care concierge service. In Muskegon, the concrete opening many nurses weigh…

What reviewers appreciate

  • School RN schedule is weekday mornings only on a school-year calendar
  • Broad school-nursing skill mix including trach/vent/G-tube and 504/IEP work
  • Home care offers flexible per diem scheduling

What reviewers flag

  • District RN school role starts at $30,000 a year for 20 hours/week
  • Early drive-thru care sites were closed during the pivot
  • Home care path asks for 2 years relevant experience
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  • What orientation, preceptor time, and ongoing unit support are included?
  • How are patient load and staffing support handled day to day?
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