Certified School Nurse - 25/26 SY

Community Unit School District 300; Carpentersville (IL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading educational institution as a Certified School Nurse for the 2025-2026 school year. This role involves coordinating health programs, providing direct nursing services, and ensuring compliance with health regulations to enhance student wellness. Ideal candidates will hold a Registered Nurse licensure in Illinois and possess a passion for student health and safety.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse licensure in Illinois with School Nurse endorsement required.
• Current Healthcare Provider CPR/AED certification needed.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct professional nursing services, including first aid and emergency care.
• Maintain accurate medical records to ensure compliance with state mandates.
• Develop and maintain current health care plans for students.

Skills

Communication

Crisis Intervention

Education

Registered Nurse licensure in Illinois

Illinois ISBE Professional Educator License (PEL) - School Nurse endorsement

Current Healthcare Provider CPR/AED certification

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Description

To coordinate a school health program including the delivery of services to students and staff members in order to enhance health and wellness in the school community. Duties are to be performed in accordance with standards of professional school nurse practice, district/state board of education policies and procedures, and Illinois State law regarding nurse practice.

2025-2026 SCHOOL YEAR

To coordinate a school health program including the delivery of services to students and staff members in order to enhance health and wellness in the school community. Duties are to be performed in accordance with standards of professional school nurse practice, district/state board of education policies and procedures, and Illinois State law regarding nurse practice.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Pick up district issued computer in August 2025
• Attend Induction Academy I for teachers new to D300 on August 1st, August 4th, August 5th, and August 6th
• Provide direct professional nursing services, including first aid, illness, and emergency care to students and staff, including nursing assessment, identifying health problems, making referrals for diagnosis and treatment, recommending educational modifications, providing follow-up and evaluation, and maintaining appropriate documentation.
• Develop a medication protocol to safely store, administer, document, and monitor the effectiveness of medication given at school.
• Provide screening and follow-up for deficits in vision, hearing, growth and development, and other physical deficits.
• Maintain accurate medical records to ensure compliance with state mandates, including immunizations, physical examinations, and medical conditions.
• Participate as a crisis team member and provide crisis intervention for students and staff in the event of sudden illness or injury.
• Make appropriate assessments and referrals for suspected abuse/neglect as a mandated reporter.
• Provide staff in-service programs on health topics, including blood-borne pathogens and the district exposure control plan.
• Maintain communication with administrators, teachers, other school personnel, and parents/guardians to enhance cooperative action to meet health and safety needs.
• Initiate contact with and act as a liaison between the home, school, community health agencies, and the private medical sector to promote health and wellness.
• Maintain confidentiality regarding all school and health-related issues.
• Participate as a member of the multidisciplinary team in the identification, evaluation, and placement of students into special education programs. Write the health component of the Individual Education Plan as needed.
• Develop and maintain current health care plans for students requiring special nursing interventions during the school day.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse licensure in Illinois with Illinois ISBE Professional Educator License (PEL) - School Nurse endorsement
• Current Healthcare Provider CPR/AED certification
• Illinois State Board of Education licensure (school nurse)
• Illinois certification as a Vision and Hearing Screening technician (preferred)
• Prior professional nursing experience, preferably in pediatric, adolescent, community, or mental health nursing, and health program management.

Application Procedure

Apply online.

Selection Procedure

Applications will be reviewed by District 300's Education Services.

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Health Care Provider
• Industries: Primary and Secondary Education