School Nurse (RN)

The Stepping Stones Group; Des Plaines (IL); On-site; USD 56,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) plan

Wellness stipend

Job summary

The Stepping Stones Group is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) for a contracted, school-based placement in Des Plaines, IL for the 2026-2027 school year. This is a full-time private duty nurse role supporting a local K-12 district with nursing services.

Active IL RN license, BSN, and BLS CPR/AED are required. You will provide direct student care, manage medications, and support emergency protocols, with clinical backing and dedicated support from a team experienced in school-based nursing.

Qualifications

• Active RN license valid in Illinois.
• Graduate of an accredited BSN program.
• Current BLS CPR/AED certification.
• Knowledge of nurse delegation and state scope-of-practice.
• Trach management and pediatric diabetic management.
• Medication administration and safety.
• Strong assessment and critical thinking.
• Ability to work independently with clinical judgment.
• Experience with pediatric population; school-based nursing preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide first aid and manage everyday illnesses.
• Monitor students with chronic conditions and administer medications as ordered.
• Verify orders, document medication administration, safely administer meds.
• Lead responder to medical emergencies on campus.
• Train staff on emergency protocols and equipment use.
• Develop and update IHPs/IEPs/504 Plans for medical conditions.
• Collaborate with parents and school staff on medical needs.
• Conduct or assist with health screenings.
• Delegate and supervise nursing tasks per state regulations.

Skills

BLS CPR/AED

Pedriatric nursing

Trach management

Pediatric diabetes management

Medication administration

Assessment & critical thinking

Independent clinical judgment

Pediatric population experience

School-based nursing experience (pref)

Education

BSN degree

RN license in Illinois

Job description

The Stepping Stones Group is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) for a contracted, school-based placement in Des Plaines, IL for the2026-2027 school year! This is a full-time private duty nurse role supporting a local K-12 district with nursing services.

Working with The Stepping Stones Group means consistent pay, clinical backing from experienced nurses, and support from a team that understands school-based nursing - not just staffing.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Active RN license valid in Illinois
• Graduate of an accredited BSN program
• Current BLS CPR/AED certification
• Knowledge of nurse delegation practices and state scope-of-practice regulations
• Trach management
• Pediatric diabetic management
• Medication administration
• Strong assessment and critical thinking skills
  
• Ability to work independently and exercise clinical judgment
• Experience working with a pediatric population
• School-based nursing experience preferred

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Provide first aid and manage everyday illnesses (headaches, stomachaches, injuries)
• Monitor students with chronic conditions (asthma, diabetes, seizures, allergies, mental health conditions) and implement routine and PRN medications and care per orders
• Verify medical orders, document medication administration, and safely administer routine and PRN medications
• Act as the lead responder to medical emergencies on campus
• Train staff on emergency protocols and equipment use
• Develop and update IHPs (Individualized Healthcare Plans), IEPs (Individualized Education Plans), and 504 Plans related to medical conditions; participate in meetings as needed
• Collaborate with parents and school staff regarding students with medical needs
• Conduct or assist with health screenings (vision, hearing, growth/BMI, blood pressure)
• Delegate and supervise nursing tasks in accordance with state regulations

WHY YOU'LL LOVE WORKING WITH US

At The Stepping Stones Group, we know that great outcomes for students start with supported, empowered clinicians. Here's what that looks like in practice:

• Competitive Pay & Benefits: Market-aligned W-2 compensation with comprehensive benefits including health insurance, 401(k), and wellness stipends
• Spread Pay Plan: Consistent income year-round, including school breaks and summer
• Dedicated Clinical Support: Direct support from an experienced Registered Nurse for collaboration, consultation, and advocacy throughout your assignment
• Professional Growth: Licensure reimbursements, complimentary CEUs, and access to a professional development platform with 220+ on-demand courses
• Placement Flexibility: Local and travel opportunities nationwide that match your schedule, setting, and location preferences
• Referral Program: Refer friends or colleagues and earn up to a $1,000 referral bonus

COMPENSATION: $41-$46/hr * W-2 Contract * Des Plaines, IL