School Nurse

School Nurse

The position of School Nurse has been established for the purpose of assisting in the implementation of the district health services program.

Reports To Assistant Superintendent of Student Services/Director of Special Education

Essential Functions Assist in the implementation of the health services program; including medication administration, medical records management, emergency care of students and such duties as may be assigned by the Assistant Superintendent or the Building Principal.

Job Responsibilities

• Serve as liaison to Assistant Superintendent of Student Services in providing information and materials for the improvement of the district health education program.
• Supervise and administer prescribed medications by students and maintain required records.
• Manage Individualized Health Care Plans, Diabetic Care Plans, and Emergency Action Plans.
• Conduct the necessary evaluations for the health portions of the initial and triennial reevaluation of students with disabilities.
• Facilitate and participate in the development of Section 504 Plan Meetings
• Monitor students placed on new medication per physician instructions.
• Maintain record of all students referred to the health office.
• Deliver medically related procedures required to be completed by a Registered Nurse (RN); such as diabetic management.
• Monitor and report to the Public Health Department any serious health incidents as required, such as any contagious disease.
• Coordinate Medical Community Resources for the District
• Develop and implement Nursing Plan Calendar for yearlong student and staff health training
• Communicate with parents regarding students' specific health problems.
• Provide follow-up services and notification of students' health difficulties.
• Maintain the health office in a safe and secure manner.
• Maintain all required supplies and equipment as appropriate.
• Serve as the school contact with all physicians of medically-at-risk students.
• Monitor all chronic illness cases and take appropriate action.
• Demonstrate initiative in the performance of assigned responsibilities.
• Model and maintain high ethical standards for both the education and nursing field.
• Maintain confidentiality regarding student records and other school matters.
• Maintain positive relationships with staff, students, and parents.
• Participate in workshops and training as required.
• Keep supervisor informed of potential problems or unusual events.
• Respond to inquiries or concerns in a timely manner.
• Prepare all required reports and maintain all appropriate records.
• Follow all Board of Education policies, rules, and regulations.
• Exhibit interpersonal skills to work as an effective team member.
• Demonstrate support for the School District and its goals and priorities.
• Perform other incidental tasks consistent with the goals and objectives of this position.

Job Requirements:

• Type 73 Certified School Nurse PREFERED; or Illinois State Registered or Licensed Practical Nurse.
• Certification in First Aid and CPR Training.
• Ability to communicate and work with parents, school personnel, students, physicians, medical facilities and agencies and clinic aides.
• Ability to file and keep legible records.
• Ability to communicate via written reports and observations with parents, agencies and the medical community.
• Previous experience and skills as requested by Assistant Superintendent of Student Services/Director of Special Education
• Previous experience in organization and administration of a school health program preferred.

Skills/Knowledge/Abilities

• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Ability to solve practical problems
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships
• Ability to communicate with diverse individuals and/or groups
• Ability to multitask
• Ability to adapt to changing work priorities
• Ability to work with frequent interruptions
• Ability to operate standard office equipment including using pertinent software applications
• Ability to perform basic math, including calculations using fractions, percent, and/or ratios
• Ability to compose a variety of documents, and/or facilitate group discussions
• Ability to meet deadlines, schedules, and set priorities
• Ability to work with detailed information/data
• Interpersonal skills including tact, courtesy and patience

Physical Requirements

Light Work: Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 10 pounds of force as frequently as needed to move objects.

Terms of Employment This is a ten-month contract position with salary and benefits determined by the Board of Education.

Evaluation Performance of this job is evaluated annually by the Assistant Superintendent of Student Services or a designee.

Salary range is $48,000 - $60,000

Benefits include

Paid sick and personal days

Medical, dental, vision and life insurance plans

Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund (IMRF)

PRSD University