Certified School Nurse

Certified School Nurse

The Certified School Nurse supports student health, safety, and access to learning by providing comprehensive nursing services at Mannheim Middle School, with a planned transition to district-level Certified School Nurse responsibilities. The role includes direct care, care coordination, compliance with state and federal health requirements, staff collaboration, and leadership of health services aligned to district practices and Illinois School Code.

Provide direct nursing services to students and respond to health needs during the school day

Administer medications and treatments in accordance with physician orders and district procedures

Develop, implement, and monitor Individualized Healthcare Plans (IHPs), Emergency Action Plans (EAPs), and Section 504 health accommodations

Collaborate with staff, families, & healthcare providers to support health and access to learning

Monitor student immunization compliance, physical exams, and health documentation in accordance with state requirements

Participate in IEP and 504 meetings as the health services representative

Maintain accurate student health records and required state reporting

Support communicable disease prevention, response, and education

Provide health education and training to staff as needed

Assist with building safety planning and emergency preparedness related to student health

Provide leadership and coordination of health services across all district schools

Establish and maintain districtwide health procedures aligned with Illinois School Code and public health guidance

Support training, supervision, and coordination of building nurses and health staff

Monitor district compliance with health requirements, screenings, and reporting

Partner with administrators, Student Services, and HR to support medically complex students and staff health-related needs

Develop protocols for medication, emergency response, and communicable disease management

Coordinate with community health providers and agencies to support student wellness

Analyze health data to inform district practices and prevention strategies

Professional Educator License (PEL) with School Nurse endorsement (CSN), preferred

Registered Nurse (RN) license required; candidates without a CSN must be willing to obtain the CSN PEL within a defined timeframe

Bachelor of Science in Nursing required

Strong communication, organization, and collaboration skills

Ability to maintain confidentiality and accurate health records

Physical Demands: Ability to respond to medical emergencies and provide physical assistance when needed. Ability to lift and assist students when required for health and safety. Walk, bend, twist, squat, stoop, reach above head, reach forward, lift up to 25 pounds, pushing and pulling, visual acuity close/distance/depth perception, hearing to receive information, verbal to exchange information, sitting for prolonged periods of time. Frequent standing, walking, and movement throughout the school environment

Environmental Conditions: Indoor climate controlled setting (for example school office, health office, hallways, and class rooms). May include work outdoors for student assistance throughout the school year. Includes exposure to disease and/or infections.