Certified School Nurse

Certified School NurseQualified candidates must possess an Illinois Type 73 Certification with School Nurse Endorsement and Illinois Certification as a Vision and Hearing Screening Technician. Prior nursing experience, preferably in pediatric, adolescent, community or mental health nursing and health program management, is required. CPR/AED Certification is also necessary. The compensation for this position is $70,000 per year.Responsibilities include:Developing and administering a coordinated school health program.Assessing the health and safety needs of the school environment.Establishing a communicable disease prevention and control program in cooperation with local and state public health agencies.Managing school health records in accordance with the Illinois School Students Records Act.Establishing and managing health screening programs according to state mandates and guidelines.Participating in the development of health-related policies and procedures in compliance with state mandates and current health practices.Purchasing and maintaining health supplies and equipment.Providing staff in-service programs on health topics including blood borne pathogens and other mandated health issues.Providing health related classroom instruction.Administering medication with appropriate documentation.Supervising and/or providing screening and follow for deficits in vision, hearing, growth and development, and other physical deficits.Maintaining accurate medical records to assure compliance with state mandates including immunizations, physical examination, and medical conditions.Participating as crisis team member and providing crisis intervention in the advent of sudden illness or injury.Making appropriate assessments and referrals for suspected abuse/neglect as a mandated reporter.Writing the health component for the eligibility and Individual Education Plan as indicated.Recommending modifications of the school program for students who require accommodations due to a health deficit.Developing and maintaining current health care plans for students who need special nursing interventions during the school day.Setting up CPR/AED training for staff.Communication duties include:Maintaining communication with administrators, teachers, other school personnel, and parents/guardians to enhance cooperative action, which will meet the health and safety needs of students.Initiating contact with and acting as a liaison between the home, school, community health agencies, and the private medical sector to enhance the health and wellness of the school community.Maintaining confidentiality regarding all school and health related issues.Professional responsibilities include:Participating as a member of professional school nursing and education organizations and utilizing continuing education opportunities to enhance professional knowledge in both nursing and education fields.Participating as an active member of the school community, representing health/wellness.Adhering to ISBE State Standards for school nursing.