Registered Nurse School Setting - Dekalb, IL

School Nurse Contract Opportunity

Step into a role where your clinical expertise makes a daily impact in educational settings. This contract opportunity is ideal for Registered Nurses who thrive when supporting student and staff wellbeing across two school sites. Working full-time hours from 7:45 AM to 3:30 PM, you'll play a pivotal role in creating a healthy, responsive environment for a diverse K-12 population.

Candidates must hold an active RN license and ideally possess experience providing nursing care in school settings. As the primary health resource in your assigned schools, you'll monitor chronic and immediate health concerns, conduct vision and hearing screenings, and support comprehensive evaluations tied to IEP/504 Plans. Outstanding communication skills are essential, as you'll collaborate with staff, students, and families to ensure a safe and supportive environment. Accurate record-keeping is a must, along with the ability to manage health logs and fulfill reporting requirements to both the district and ISBE. Your input will directly affect educational access and student success.

Preferred Qualifications and Experience:

• Valid RN license, with credentials in school nursing or pediatric care welcome.
• Experience supporting students with a range of disabilities and special healthcare needs.
• Knowledge of IEP/504 Plan processes in an educational context.
• Strong organizational skills for maintaining records and complying with district/state policies.
• Effective communicator, able to relate to children, parents, and school professionals alike.

Key Responsibilities:

• Administer routine and emergency care to students and staff.
• Assist in the management of chronic health conditions and acute situations.
• Conduct vision and hearing screenings.
• Track, maintain, and report health records as required.
• Promote wellness and safety throughout the school community.

If you're passionate about student wellness and want a rewarding role in an educational setting, we invite you to apply today and help foster a positive, healthy learning environment.

Compensation for this position ranges from $28.00 to $45.00. Eligible candidates may also receive healthcare benefits, housing, and meals/incidentals. Full details of our healthcare benefits plan can be found here.