Registered Nurse (RN) - School RN
Freeport School District 145
Freeport, IL

School Nurse (185 day, 8 hours)

QUALIFICATIONS: High School diploma. Certification as a Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Valid driver's license. Computer knowledge and skills. Strong communications skills with staff, parents, students. REPORTS TO: Assistant Superintendent/Executive Director of Pupil Personnel Services _____________________________________________________________________________ JOB GOAL: Assist in the implementation of school district health standards. Performance Responsibilities: * Provides direct nursing care to students and staff in accordance with professional standards, school policies and procedure, and state and local mandates * Maintains accurate, complete records as required by law, district policy and administrative regulation * Collects and maintains current health-related data, i.e. medical records, incident of diseases, physical and immunization records * Administers and monitors medication, subject to local policy regarding the administration of medication at school * Strives to remain current in the field of nursing through professional growth activities, workshops, in-services * Provides crisis intervention support and/or emergency care for students and/or staff in the event of sudden illness or injury * Serves as a liaison between home, school, community health agencies and the private medical sector * Cooperates with staff, administration, and parents to promote and maintain a sound healthy learning environment * Serves on building and/or district committees as requested * Participates in School Improvement Processes * Administers hearing and vision tests, contingent upon appropriate certification * Monitors students with specific medical needs * Performs other health or school related duties as assigned TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: 185 days Classified position with salary and hours to be established by the Board of Education EVALUATION: Performance will be evaluated annually in accordance with the provisions established by the Board of Education. SALARY RANGE: RN: $20.00 LPN: $18.00 This job description has been reviewed in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act.