non-certified school nurse - Des Plaines, IL , USA, United States - Maine Township High School District 207

    Maine Township High School District 207
    Maine Township High School District 207 Des Plaines, IL , USA, United States

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    Description
    Position Type:
    Support Staff/Non-Certified School Nurse

    Date Posted:
    2/12/2024

    Location:
    Maine West High SchoolSUMMARY

    District 207 is looking for a professional non-certified school nurse. The candidate will work under the direct supervision of the certified school nurse to facilitate health care for students. Letters of application may be sent to Ms. Cristina Ramirez, Associate Principal for Student and Family Services at

    EVALUATOR

    Associate Principal of Student & Family Services

    SALARY & BENEFITS
    • $41,000 - $69,981 annually, based on experience;
    • Start Date: ASAP
    • End Date: May 31, 2024
    • 37.5 hours per week - 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
    • Medical & dental insurance;
    • Paid term life insurance policy equal to annual base salary
    • IMRF pension - employees vested after 10 years of employment;
    • 13 paid holidays
    • 12 sick days
    WORKING DAYS/HOURS
    • Monday-Friday, 7:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
    • Full-Time
    EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
    • Current registration in the state of Illinois, as a registered professional nurse;
    ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES/FUNCTIONS
    • Work under the direct supervision of the certified school nurse to facilitate health care to the students.
    • Re-admit students who have been absent three (3) or more days and facilitate/implement any special measures needed to transition them back into the school setting, e.g., extended time pass, physical education excuse, medical limitations form, elevator key, special memos to teachers.
    • Screen students' physical complaints and follow through with appropriate interventions, e.g., educate them regarding their problem and methods for better care; discuss complaints with parents; facilitate dismissal home or to a medical facility, if condition warrants.
    • Work with the school social worker to assess physical symptoms resulting from physical and/or sexual abuse.
    • Work with the school social worker to assess physical conditions which may present stressful situations for students.
    • Work with special education staff to support students with disabilities who have medical needs
    • Assist in maintaining the inventory of supplies.
    • Administer and record prescribed medications given to students.
    • Maintain ongoing, daily communication with the school nurse.
    • Write daily nursing notes on all services/interventions provided and communications about all assisted students.
    • Other duties as assigned.
    SKILLS TO SUPPORT THESE RESPONSIBILITIES/FUNCTIONS
    • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written.
    • Ability to function in a professional manner (independently and calmly) at all times;
    • Maintains punctual and regular attendance.
    • High level of integrity and trustworthiness, maintains confidentiality/privileged information.
    • Strong work ethic with the ability to provide consistent high-quality work, with attention to efficiency and accuracy and maintain deadlines.
    • Highly organized and able to handle multiple tasks in a timely manner.
    • Health assessment skills
    • First Aid - including cardio-pulmonary resuscitation (CPR certification)
    • Communication skills
    • Vision-hearing assessment skills
    • Health counseling skills
    WORKING CONDITIONS/ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL DEMANDS
    • Ability to accept work interruptions in a considerate, helpful manner.