Registered Nurse - Special Education - 2026-27

Ladse; La Grange (IL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Ladse is hiring a Registered Nurse / Educational Assistant to provide nursing services in various classrooms around La Grange. Responsibilities include direct care to students, assisting teachers, and ensuring compliance with health regulations. Candidates must have a nursing degree, current Illinois RN licensure, and experience with pediatric populations. This full-time position is essential for supporting students' health and educational needs in a school setting.

Qualifications

• Valid Illinois driver's license and access to a reliable, insured vehicle.
• Ability to perform physical tasks such as lifting and transferring students.
• Meet safety and confidentiality standards.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing services directly to students in a school environment.
• Assist classroom staff with instructional programs.
• Maintain accurate medical records for nursing procedures.

Skills

Experience with pediatric population

Current registered nurse licensure in Illinois

Current first-aid and CPR program completion

Knowledge of Illinois State Board of Education requirements

Education

Associates Degree in Nursing or Bachelor Degree in Nursing

Job description

Job Title

Registered Nurse / Educational Assistant

Employment Type

Full-time

Locations

Different classrooms around the LaGrange area.

Summary

To provide direct nursing services to students in a school setting. All duties are performed in accordance with district/cooperative/state board of education policies and procedures and state law regarding nurse practice. Will also assist the classroom teacher/therapists in the implementation of the instructional program for students within the educational environment.

Reports To

Classroom Teacher and School Nurse Consultant

Qualifications

• Associates Degree in Nursing or Bachelor Degree in Nursing
• Experience with pediatric population
• Current registered nurse licensure in Illinois
• Current first‑aid and CPR program completion
• Meets Illinois State Board of Education requirements for Educator Licensure with Stipulations (paraprofessional)
• A valid Illinois driver's license and access to a reliable, insured vehicle

Physical Requirements

The job requires physical exertion (e.g., lifting or carrying up to 50 lbs, transferring students, driving; assisting students with activities of daily living).

Professional Evaluation

Standard practice is to conduct evaluations annually. Evaluations are conducted by the classroom teacher or program coordinator with input from school nurse consultant.

Contract

Length of contract, salary and benefits are established by the LADSE Directing Board.

Domain 1: Planning and Preparation

• Assist the classroom team in developing, organizing, preparing, and implementing instructional materials.
• Promote a classroom culture that conveys dignity and respect and views all students as competent learners.
• Assist in the development and update of individual student's health plans and provide classroom staff with necessary instruction.

Domain 2: Classroom Environment

• Assist classroom staff in maintaining a clean, safe and organized environment for students that promotes learning and independence.
• Provide assistance in implementing behavior management plans in all educational environments, under the direction of the classroom team.
• Monitor the use and care of equipment and materials within the educational environment to prevent injuries and damage.
• Accompany child on bus when appropriate.

Domain 3: Delivery of Instruction

• Provide physical care as needed, including toileting, diapering, feeding, grooming and transfer.
• Provide direct nursing services, first aid, illness, and emergency care to students in response to the nursing assessment and in accordance with professional standards, school policy and procedures and state and local mandates.
• Administer medication with appropriate documentation.
• Communicate students' daily health and educational experiences to team members, including parents.
• Implement daily lessons that align with curriculum and students' individual goals and objectives.
• Model positive/communication-based behavioral approaches, as directed by the educational team.
• Assist in data collection by observing and recording information on student progress and sharing information with the team.

Domain 4: Professional Responsibilities

• Complete accident/incident reports for students/staff.
• Maintain confidentiality regarding all classroom and student health issues.
• Make appropriate referrals for suspected abuse/neglect as a mandated reporter.
• Maintain nursing license through continuing education opportunities.
• Serve as professional role model for other colleagues in the educational environment.
• Maintain accurate medical records/logs of nursing procedures performed at school, i.e. gastrostomy tube feedings, suctioning.
• Perform other health or school related work as required.