RN - School Health Nurse

Registered Nurse

Our Mission North Shore School District 112 is a transformative learning organization where curiosity inspires minds, innovation shapes the future, and students, staff, and families partner to create a kind, connected community committed to excellence.

Description: The Registered Nurse is the health professional in the school. She or he is charged with seeing to the health needs of the students and to the record-keeping and other health-related requirements of the school and the District.

Maintain health records, including physical examinations and immunizations required by law

Maintain a log of injuries and other health-related incidents, and medication records

Keep informed about OSHA regulations and similar health-related laws and to see to the required paperwork and other requirements

Administer to the health needs of students during the school day, including counseling individual students on health and hygiene matters

Communicate with parents any concerns related to physical examinations, immunizations, hearing and vision screenings, and other health matters

Provide first aid and other health assistance to employees during the school day

See to the administration of medication to students in accordance with Board of Education policy

Be available to teachers to assist in instruction in health-related matters, including helping to arrange speakers and field trips

Keep the building Principal informed about health issues and incidents as they occur

Perform other duties as requested by the building or the Assistant Superintendent for Student Services

Love of children

Highly professional language and demeanor

Ability to serve as a positive role model for children

Appreciation of cultural diversity

Knowledge of computers and technology helpful

Working Conditions: Per NSSSA contract, NEW RATE BARGAINED $46 - $49 hourly salary, plus excellent benefits, IMRF Retirement Pension, paid sick, personal, bereavement leave, and other benefits in a 7-hour paid workday.

Application Procedure: Apply on line by completing the on line application and uploading support materials. Selection Procedure: The principal will review on line applications and supporting materials and the principal will call individuals for interviews.