Substitute Nurse

Lake Forest Elementary District 67 Registered Nurse

Lake Forest Elementary District 67 is looking for daily substitute registered nurses to cover absences of our building nurses. The registered nurse strengthens and facilitates the educational process by modifying or removing health-related barriers to learning in individual students and by promoting an optimal level of wellness for students and staff. The pay is $200 per day.

The registered nurse provides direct nursing services, which includes first aid, medication administration and illnesses, and emergency care, utilizing the nursing process. Collaborates with stakeholders to develop health care plans for students with acute and/or chronic health conditions who may require nursing intervention during the school day. Implements and oversees health care directives contained in health care plans. Accurately documents student interactions. Develops and monitors a medication protocol in accordance with District 67 policy guidelines. Provides health information and health-related counseling for students, parents and staff. Maintains school health records to assure compliance with state mandates including immunizations, child health examinations, and school dental examinations. Assists with early intervention program and services. Makes appropriate assessment and referrals for suspected abuse/neglect as a mandated reporter. Participates in crisis prevention and management procedures. Maintains ongoing communication with administrators, teachers, other school personnel, and parents/guardians to enhance cooperative action, which will meet the health and safety needs of students. Oversees essential skills of students who require assistance with daily care, such as toileting, feeding, hygiene, etc. Other duties as assigned.

As a member of the multidisciplinary IEP team, the registered nurse accompanies a certified school nurse to student meetings when accommodations and goals for a student are health-related. Initiates and manages Section 504 plan when the primary accommodations and goals for the student are health-related. Attends and participates in Department of Student Service team meetings, serving as a general health liaison. Provides in-service for school personnel regarding health-related issues. Assists certified teachers with health-related classroom instruction. Acts as a resource in health education to school personnel, students and families. Participates in team meetings for nurses.

Reviews accident reports and follows up on accidents to assure corrective action. Assess the health and safety needs of the school environment in compliance with OSHA, implementing the Bloodborne Pathogen Exposure Control Plan and other interventions as indicated. Assists in revision of district health manuals and health service policies and procedures in accordance with state mandates and current nursing practice. Promotes a team effort among school/district staff members. Respects the opinions of other staff members. Shares ideas and materials. Assists and supports colleagues. Shares relevant information regarding students with appropriate personnel in a confidential manner. Promotes positive relationships with parents. Maintains ongoing communication with parents regarding instructional programs, classroom policies, practices and procedures. Serves as a primary liaison between school personnel and private health care providers. Collaborates with Certified School Nurse(s) on all job-related areas which require their expertise and certification.

Participates in activities to enhance professional growth that may include, but not be limited to, workshops, course work, conferences, seminars and professional publications. Demonstrates an awareness of educational issues and knowledge of current research. Contributes to the professional community. Engages in self-evaluation. Demonstrates punctuality in fulfilling responsibilities. Maintains confidentiality regarding student information. Complies with applicable board/administration policies/regulations.

Qualifications and requirements include a valid license as a registered nurse in the state of Illinois, an associate's degree in nursing (ADN) or a bachelor's of science degree in nursing (BSN), and current certification in CPR-AED usage. Salary is $200.00/day. Benefits are not eligible.