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Suburban Cook County Online Application Consortium

School Nurse (Certified School Nurse preferred)

Suburban Cook County Online Application Consortium, Lyons, Illinois, United States, 60534


Position Type:Student Services/School Nurse

Date Posted:7/28/2024

Location:District Office - DO

Closing Date:until filled

District:Alsip, Hazelgreen & Oak Lawn School District 126 - website

Certified School Nurse or R.N. to work with health aides to support the health needs of a 5 school elementary district.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Demonstrate knowledge of students' medical and physical needs.

2. Conducts vision and hearing screenings and completes related paperwork.

3. Collaborates with other team members in conducting diagnostic screenings.

4. Administers first aid and needed care for student illnesses.

5. Administers prescribed medications to students.

6. Documents staff and student injuries utilizing appropriate forms and procedures.

7. Is knowledgeable about the various medications taken by students and their potential side

effects.

8. Works collaboratively in cases of child abuse referrals.

9. Assesses and maintains all students immunization records, physical records emergency

information, and other pertinent health related data.

10. Effectively communicates with colleagues, supervisor, and parents regarding pertinent

health issues and medical conditions of students.

11. Prepares and issues notifications to school officials and parents of possible exposure to

contagious diseases or conditions.

12. Acts as a resource to team members regarding health issues.

13. Supervise the work of the health aides

14. Evidence of CPR and First Aid Certification