Position Type: Student Support Services/School Nurse
Date Posted: 11/8/2024
Location: Johnsburg Junior High School
District: Johnsburg School District 12
School Nurse
Johnsburg Junior High School REPORTS TO: Building Principal and Director of Student Services
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: School Year
- 180 Days
- 7 Hrs. per day
- 2 Personal Days
- 11 Sick Days
- Participation in the IMRF pension plan
- Medical, Dental and Life Insurance paid by the District
- Available medical spending plan
QUALIFICATIONS: - Bachelor's Degree/Associate's Degree in Nursing
- Current Registered Nurse Licensure in the State of Illinois
- First aid and CPR/AED program completion
- Experience in school nursing preferred but not required
- Respect confidentiality
- Must be able to use tact and diplomacy in human relations
PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES: - Responsible for providing direct nursing to students and staff members to maximize health and wellness in the school community.
- All duties are performed in accordance with district/state Board of Education policies and procedures and state law regarding nursing practices.
- Strong organization skills.
- Working knowledge of computer, network and software applications utilized within the school district.
- Ability to collaborate effectively with others.
- Maintain health records for each pupil.
- Participate in efforts to control communicable disease.
- Promote compliance with the laws of the State of Illinois that pertain to physical examinations, immunizations, and other health matters.
- Make referrals for students who have failed vision and/or hearing screening and to follow-up with parents who need assistance.
- Familiarity with emergency situations as follows: fire drills, tornado drills, code yellows, code reds, etc.
- Protects the confidentiality of district and student records and information.
- Promotes a positive relationship with students, staff and community.
- Adhere to the district's expectations with regards to attendance and punctuality.