What are the responsibilities and job description for the (1.0 FTE) School Nurse position at North Shore School District 112?
Mission Statement
The mission of North Shore School District 112, a community partnership committed to a world-class education, is to nurture every child to become an inspired learner, a well-rounded individual and contributing member of a global community by striving for excellence within an environment that fosters innovation, respect, engagement and intellectual inquiry.
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.
Job Summary
Per NSSSA contract, $29.79-38.24 hourly salary, plus excellent benefits, IMRF Retirement Pension, paid sick, personal, bereavement leave and other benefits in a 7 hour paid work day.
Application Procedure
Apply on line by completing the on line application and uploading support materials. PLEASE NO CALLS OR EMAILS.
Selection Procedure
The principal will review on line applications and supporting materials and the principal will call individuals for interviews. After initial interviews, candidates meet virtually with the Deputy Superintendent who may recommend the individual for hire by the Board of Education.
The North Shore School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer
The mission of North Shore School District 112, a community partnership committed to a world-class education, is to nurture every child to become an inspired learner, a well-rounded individual and contributing member of a global community by striving for excellence within an environment that fosters innovation, respect, engagement and intellectual inquiry.
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.
Job Summary
- 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
- Conduct vision and hearing screenings. Assist in hearing and vision screenings in schools without a person certified in these screenings. 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
- R.N. registered in Illinois
- Ability to work independently and as part of a student team
- Love of children
- Highly positive attitude with excellent work habits
- Ability to work cooperatively and pleasantly with others
- Highly professional language and demeanor
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to serve as a positive role model for children
- Interest in and enthusiasm for the position and education in general
- Appreciation of cultural diversity
- Knowledge of computers and technology helpful
- Strong sense of creativity
- Conduct vision and hearing screenings (will obtain certification if not certified)
Per NSSSA contract, $29.79-38.24 hourly salary, plus excellent benefits, IMRF Retirement Pension, paid sick, personal, bereavement leave and other benefits in a 7 hour paid work day.
Application Procedure
Apply on line by completing the on line application and uploading support materials. PLEASE NO CALLS OR EMAILS.
Selection Procedure
The principal will review on line applications and supporting materials and the principal will call individuals for interviews. After initial interviews, candidates meet virtually with the Deputy Superintendent who may recommend the individual for hire by the Board of Education.
The North Shore School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Salary : $30 - $38
