SCHOOL NURSE

Applicant must be willing to:

• Serve as a liaison and resource to the students, faculty and community on health related issues.
• Implement the health regulations, policies and procedures of the school district, Department of Public Health and Department of Education.
• Review student immunization records prior to admission to school.
• Develop and implement individual nursing care plans for students.
• Excuse pupils from required physical education classes with medical or parental permission.
• Prepare a confidential list of students with medical concerns at the beginning of each academic year and updates it as needed and shares this with appropriate school personnel.
• Administer prescribed medication to students according to policy
• Perform skilled nursing procedures in a safe, competent and effective manner.
• Participate in and presents findings, nursing guide lines and recommendations at team meetings.
• Instruct students in healthy lifestyles and first aid.
• Provide resources to students, family and faculty for school safety and environmental health issues.
• Communicate effectively with students, parents, and staff.
• Travel between buildings required and support in other buildings may be needed.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree and licensed as a registered nurse in Illinois; Valid Illinois Professional Educator License with School Nurse endorsement (preferred)