Registered Nurse School Program - Substitute RN - Part Time
About The Position
The Registered Nurse School Program nurse provides health services to students and staff at two assigned schools. The nurse delivers age-appropriate care, responds to injuries and sudden illnesses, maintains student health records, administers and monitors medications and prescribed treatments, and identifies and refers students with healthcare needs. The role also includes health screenings, wellness education, staff guidance, home visits as needed, and supporting educational programs to accommodate students’ health needs. The nurse follows school health policies and district guidelines and helps maintain a safe school environment.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Nursing.
- Current CPR certification through the American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
- Current Illinois Professional Registered Nurse licensure.
Nice To Haves
- Bilingual English/Spanish.
Responsibilities
- Provide care appropriate to the physical and psychological needs of the age groups served.
- Assume responsibility for caring for students or staff members who have suffered an injury or sudden illness.
- Maintain up-to-date student health records in accordance with state compliance guidelines and school policy.
- Administer and monitor medications and prescribed medical treatments for students at school.
- Identify and refer students with medical, dental, or other healthcare needs; consult with parents, school personnel, physicians, and other agencies as needed.
- Advise on exclusion and readmission of students with infectious diseases.
- Provide health and wellness programs for students as requested by staff.
- Provide in-services and advise staff on health needs.
- Make home visits to observe students and families as needed.
- Conduct school health screenings, including vision and hearing screenings, and make appropriate referrals.
- Follow and maintain school health policy and district guidelines.
- Advise on modifications to educational programs to meet identified students’ health needs.
- Evaluate environmental safety and provide an environment appropriate to students’ ages and developmental status.
- Attend meetings and conferences regarding student health services and curriculum.
Benefits
- Career pathways to promote professional growth and development.
- Various medical, dental, pet, and vision options.
- Tuition reimbursement.
- Free parking.
- Wellness Program Savings Plan.
- Health Savings Account options.
- Retirement options with company match.
- Paid time off and holiday pay.
- Community involvement opportunities.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
