Certified School Nurse or RN

McLean County District Unit District No. 5; Normal (IL); On-site; USD 42,640 - 52,319; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully Board Paid Medical

Dental and Vision Insurance

Job summary

McLean County District Unit District No. 5 is looking for a Certified School Nurse to support student health, minimize illness-related absences, and manage health records. The role includes conducting health services, coordinating with parents, and assuming medical care responsibilities when necessary.

The ideal candidate will hold a valid nursing license and have two years of experience in public health nursing. The position offers a competitive salary range and comprehensive health benefits.

Qualifications

• Valid state license to practice as a school health nurse.
• Two years of experience in public health nursing, preferably in a school District.

Responsibilities

• Conduct school health service, including tests for hearing and vision.
• Assumes responsibility for referral of students in need of medical and dental care.
• Works cooperatively with the building administrators in maintaining health records.

Skills

Health assessments

Communication

Public health nursing

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing

Valid state license to practice as a school health nurse

Job description

McLean County Unit District No. 5 – JOB DESCRIPTION

Position Title: Certified School Nurse or RN

Location: NCWHS

Department: Building Personnel

Reports to: Principal/Assistant Principal

FLSA Class: Exempt

FTE: 1.0

SUMMARY

To provide the fullest possible educational opportunity for each District student by minimizing absence due to illness and creating a climate of health and well‑being in the District schools.

DUTIES

1. Conduct school health service, including tests for hearing and vision.
2. Assumes responsibility for referral of students in need of medical and dental care.
3. Reports to parents, school personnel, physicians, clinics, and other agencies on school medical matters.
4. Works cooperatively with the building administrators in maintaining up-to-date cumulative health records on all students.
5. Observes students on a regular basis to detect health needs.
6. Assumes authority, in the absence of a physician, for the care of a student or staff member who has suffered injury or emergency illness.
7. Visits student homes when necessary.
8. Prepares and submits reports for the Superintendent and the State Board of Health.
9. Works cooperatively with the McLean County Health Department in providing health services to the student of Unit 5.
10. Authorizes exclusion and readmission of students in connection with infectious and contagious diseases.
11. Advises teachers on health matters, particularly regarding screening for student health defects.
12. Performs duties necessary to the position as assigned by the Building Principal and/or Superintendent.

QUALIFICATIONS

1. Valid state license to practice as a school health nurse.
2. Two years of experience in public health nursing, preferably in a school District.

COMPENSATION

Fully Board Paid Medical, Dental, and Vision available.

Per the negotiated contract between McLean County Unit 5 and the United Five Education Association, for the 2026-2027 school year the starting salary range for candidates with a Bachelor's Degree is $42,640-$52,319 and is based upon Education and Certified Teaching experience.

Candidates with a Master's Degree: $47,756-$61,017 and is based upon Education and Certified Teaching experience.