School Registered Nurse | Hampshire, Illinois

Job Description

Job Description

Seeking a compassionate and skilled Registered Nurse to provide dedicated 1:1 care for a high school-aged female student in Dekalb, IL. This full-time contract role runs until the end of the current school year and offers the rewarding opportunity to make a positive impact in a student's daily life.

In this position, you will work exclusively with one ambulatory student who does not require bus riding. Responsibilities focus on monitoring a tracheostomy and providing suctioning as needed during the school day. The role is based at a single school, ensuring you can build a trusting, reliable rapport with both the student and educational staff, all within a stable Monday through Friday schedule.

Qualifications:

• Current Illinois Registered Nurse (RN) license required
• Experience with tracheostomy care, including suctioning and airway monitoring
• Previous experience in a school or pediatric setting preferred
• Comfortable working independently without direct supervision from medical support staff (e.g., CNA, LPN)
• Excellent communication and documentation skills

Core Responsibilities:

• Deliver attentive 1:1 nursing care to a high school student during school hours
• Monitor tracheostomy site and perform suctioning as necessary to maintain airway
• Maintain accurate, detailed health records and communicate updates to families and school personnel when needed
• Promote the student’s independence and safety throughout daily school routines
• Respond quickly and appropriately to any health-related emergencies

Work Schedule:

• Monday through Friday, 7:30 AM – 3:00 PM (includes 30-minute lunch)
• 35 hours per week, with assignment continuing until May 20th

If you are a dedicated RN passionate about supporting students and skilled in trach management, this could be a rewarding fit for you! Apply today to join a positive educational environment and help a student succeed every day.

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. This posting is open for 60 days after the posting date.

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