Certified School Nurse

3 weeks ago

Lake Villa, United States Lake Villa School District Full time
Position Type:
Student Support Services/Certified School Nurse

Date Posted:
11/25/2024

Location:
Districtwide

Date Available:
01/06/2025
QUALIFICATIONS:
Registered Nurse Licensure
Illinois Professional Educator License with Certified School Nurse Endorsement
Current Healthcare Provider CPR/AED certification
Illinois certification as a Vision and Hearing Screening Technician preferred
Prior professional nursing experience in pediatric, adolescent, community, or mental health settings, as well as experience managing health programs, is preferred.

REPORTS TO: Principals and Student Services Administration

SUPERVISES: Health Coordinators

FLSA STATUS: Exempt

PURPOSE: Coordinate and manage building health services and the district's comprehensive school health program to promote the health and wellness of students and staff. Duties are performed in accordance with professional school nursing standards, the Illinois Nursing and Advanced Practice Nursing Act, and district, state, and national policies and regulations.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:
  1. Provide professional nursing services, including first aid, illness, and emergency care for students and staff, ensuring compliance with state laws and district protocols, as directed by administration.
  2. Conduct Medical Necessity Reviews for students with IEPs and known or suspected medical conditions.
  3. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to identify, evaluate, and support students with health-related needs, contributing to IEP/504 plans and educational modifications as appropriate.
  4. Develop, implement, and maintain individualized health care plans (IHPs) and emergency care plans for students with special needs, including those incorporated into IEPs or 504 Plans.
  5. Assess and address student health and safety issues, including abuse and neglect, as a mandated reporter.
  6. Establish district protocols to monitor effectiveness and documentation.
  7. Oversee district state reporting in IWAS for the Health Services Department
  8. Conduct state and federally mandated health screenings (e.g., vision, hearing, growth, and development), and provide follow-up care or referrals as necessary.
  9. Maintain accurate and confidential student health records, including immunization compliance, physical exams, and medical histories.
  10. Maintain the Health Services section of the district website.
  11. Plan and implement school immunization and stock undesignated medication programs in collaboration with local healthcare providers.
  12. Manage communicable disease protocols, including clearance for reentry to school.
  13. Train and orient health services and administrative staff on health-related topics, including, specific student care procedures, state reporting, communicable disease protocols and communication.
  14. Act as a liaison between the school, families, healthcare providers, and community agencies to promote health and wellness.
  15. Provide health education and anticipatory guidance to students, staff, and parents on topics promoting a healthy lifestyle.
  16. Maintain and monitor clinic equipment and supplies, preparing annual orders as needed.
  17. Participate in crisis intervention, providing emotional support and counseling during traumatic events or emergencies.
  18. Assist students with special education needs in adjusting to physical, emotional, or health limitations.
  19. Coordinate compliance with communicable disease regulations and submit required health reports to the health department.
  20. Maintain communication with school personnel, parents, and administrators to address student health and safety needs.
  21. Participate as a member of the crisis response team, offering intervention during emergencies or school-wide crises, as needed.
  22. Collaborate with outside evaluators, specialists, and agencies'
  23. Work collaboratively in alignment with District 41 programming and demonstrate a cooperative work spirit.
  24. Perform other duties as assigned by the administration to support student health, safety, and wellness.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
  • Knowledge of common medical practices, procedures, and techniques associated with physical examinations and treatment.
  • Knowledge of universal precautions and emergency response procedures.
  • Knowledge of the IEP process, play-based evaluation models, and traditional evaluation procedures.
  • Knowledge of pharmacology basics, including medication administration protocols.
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills (oral and written).
  • Proficient in basic computer skills for accurate recordkeeping.
  • Effective problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
  • Skilled in maintaining professionalism and confidentiality.
  • Organizational and time management skills, including the ability to multi-task.
  • Ability to work effectively with students, staff, parents, and community agencies.
  • Ability to assess emergency situations and act appropriately.
  • Ability to interpret evaluation data and communicate findings clearly to stakeholders.
  • Ability to develop positive rapport with students, parents, and interdisciplinary team members.
  • Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
  • Ability to travel between schools efficiently and adapt schedules as needed.
  • Ability to participate in professional development and apply new knowledge.
  • Ability to solve practical problems in situations with limited standardization.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: 182 Days. Salary to be established by the Board of Education.

EVALUATION: Performance of this job will be evaluated by the Building Principals and Student Services Administration in accordance with provisions of Board policy.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use sensory skills to effectively communicate and interact with others via telephone and in person, using the abilities to see, read, talk, hear, and handle objects or controls. Requires physical capability to operate office equipment such as a personal computer, calculator, copier, and fax machine. Duties involve activities such as standing, sitting, walking, climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, squatting, bending, reaching, pushing, pulling, lifting, and repetitive motions. Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds, assist with lifting students as needed, and have the stamina to stand for extended periods.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The noise level in this environment varies from quiet to loud depending on the time of day, location, and activity. The employee occasionally works in classrooms with children, outdoor weather conditions, and settings typical of office and educational environments.

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