RN School Nurse

The Menta Education Group•Chicago, IL

1d•$55,000 - $58,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Registered Nurse will oversee the health and well-being of students at Menta Academy Oak Park and Menta Academy Chicago West, alternating between the two locations on different days during the week. The role provides first aid and medically prescribed services, supports medication administration and health education, communicates with families and healthcare providers, and maintains health records and compliance documentation. The position follows a school calendar and works Monday through Friday from 6:45 a.m. to 2:15 p.m. CT, with no nights or weekends. It is a direct-hire role that returns school year after school year without an annual contract. The listed salary range is $55,000–$58,000 per year. Menta Academy Oak Park offers a personalized learning environment for high school students, using digital media, group problem solving, and self-directed learning. Its educational approach uses student-centered plans and evidence-based practices to address students’ academic, social, and emotional needs.

Requirements

Current, active Registered Nurse credential.
Considerable knowledge of medical and mental health disorders and their treatment.
Considerable knowledge of child growth and development.
Working knowledge of public health problems and treatment procedures in coordination with health and social service agencies.
Working knowledge of federal, state, and local laws and regulations affecting school health services.
Some knowledge of school organization and the community served.
Ability to coordinate and facilitate services among the school, local health agency, and other community resources.

Responsibilities

Provide first aid care and medically prescribed services.
Obtain and review consents for medication administration at school.
Document each instance of medication administration.
Train designated staff in medication administration and its documentation.
Maintain the security of school health supplies.
Instruct students in health education.
Correspond with parents and medical providers regarding students’ health needs.
Record immunizations, health findings, and other relevant health data.
Keep related-service logs accurate and updated weekly.
Coordinate and communicate with administrative staff, teachers, and other related-service staff as needed or as directed by an IEP.
Develop Individual Health Care Plans for students with allergies.