Location: Dolton,IL, USA
Position Type:Student Support Services/RNDate Posted:6/3/2024Location:Franklin ElementaryDate Available:2024/2025 School YearClosing Date:When FilledDescription:Assists the School District in providing the fullest possible educational opportunity for each student by minimizing absence due to illness. Create a Building/District climate of health and wellness. Maintain up-to-date cumulative health records on all students. Provides care for students and/or staff members who sustain injury or emergency illness.Qualifications:Must possess an active IL Registered Nurse LicenseMust be CPR/AED CertifiedExcellent communication and organizational skillsIllinois State School Nurse Service Personel LicenseResponsibilities:Conducts and/or supervises school health screeningSupervises identification and referral of students in need of medical and dental careConsults with parents, school personnel, physicians, clinics and other agencies on school health mattersObserves students to detect health needsVisits student homes when necessaryParticipates with Administration and School Staff in developing and implementing the total school health programAssists in the development and maintenance of school health policyPrepares and submits health data and reports including health histories, as requiredSupervises exclusion and re-admission of students with infectious and contagious diseasesProvides in-service and advises teachers on health matters, as neededConducts health instruction in the building and other health topics as requestedAdministers any medical treatment and/or medication given to students while attending schoolComplies with federal, state and district policies and procedures pertaining to health issuesEnsures adequate supplies are purchased and availableAssumes other responsibilities as assignedWorking Conditions:School EnvironmentFull-Time Monday - FridaySchool HoursApplication Procedure: Apply Online @www.district148.netComplete an online application to make your information instantly available to all school building administrators who are responsible for hiring. It is not necessary or helpful to send information to each school building individually or the District Office. If your qualifications meet district needs, you will be contacted for further information and a possible interview. Thank you for your interest in Dolton/Riverdale School District 148. We are an equal opportunity employer who fully and actively supports equal access for all people regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, national origin, or disability. Applicants who require reasonable accommodations to complete the application should contact the District 148 Superintendent of Schools.