District Nursing Services Director

Township High School District 211; Palatine (IL); On-site; USD 98,000 - 139,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Administrator Compensation and Benefit

Job summary

Township High School District 211 is seeking a Nursing Services Administrator to organize, coordinate, and facilitate all aspects of the District's nursing services in compliance with federal and state laws, regulations, and District policies.

Qualifications include a Bachelor's degree in nursing or related field, Illinois RN license with School Nurse endorsement or IEP designation, 3–5 years nursing experience, and current CPR certification.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited school of nursing with a Bachelor's Degree in nursing, education or a related field.
• Illinois Professional Educator License with School Nurse endorsement OR Registered Nurse with IEP Designation from the Illinois State Board of Education.
• Holds a current and unrestricted RN license in the State of Illinois.
• Three to five (3-5) years' experience in Nursing.
• Has current CPR certification or CPR Instructor's certification.
• Considerable knowledge of the nursing process and community health nursing.
• Considerable knowledge of current trends in healthcare delivery and treatment.
• Considerable knowledge of the medical, legal, and ethical aspects of nursing.
• Considerable knowledge of age-appropriate anticipatory guidance and health issues or concerns.
• Working knowledge of community, medical, and social services resources.
• Ability to assess student needs, formulate care plans, and evaluate plans of care.
• Ability to provide culturally competent care.
• Ability to monitor and record client-related outcomes and observations.
• Ability to understand and implement standing orders and administer therapeutic prescriptions.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, parents, students, and medical professionals.
• Ability to work within guidelines established by District policies and/or grants.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversees the implementation of health services, medication administration, immunization compliance, and student medical records.
• Develops, reviews, and updates District nursing procedures, health office protocols, and standard operating practices.
• Ensures compliance with federal and state laws.

Skills

Nursing administration

CPR certification

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's Degree in nursing/education/related field

RN license with IEP designation or ISBE license with School Nurse endorsement

Job description

Township High School District 211 is seeking a Nursing Services Administrator to organize, coordinate, and facilitate all aspects of the District's nursing services in compliance with federal and state laws, regulations, and District policies.

Qualifications include a Bachelor's degree in nursing or related field, Illinois RN license with School Nurse endorsement or IEP designation, 3–5 years nursing experience, and current CPR certification.