Substitute Nurse Job Bradley area,Illinois USA,Nursing

Nurse

Provides temporary healthcare coverage when the full-time school nurse is absent. Their primary role is to maintain a safe, healthy environment so students can continue learning with minimal disruption.

Duties

Provides professional nursing services as defined in The Illinois Nursing Act

Identifies student health problems, makes referrals for their diagnosis, treatment and remediation, and provides follow-up for each referral

Administers and monitors medication and treatment given in school (subject to local policy regarding the administration of medication at school)

Acts as liaison between home, school, community health agencies and the private medical sector

Assumes responsibility for identification and referral of students in need of medical care

Consults with parents, school personnel, physicians, clinics, and other agencies on school health matters

Maintains up to date health records on all students

Observes students on a regular basis to detect health needs

Assumes authority, in the absence of a physician, for the care of a staff member or student who has suffered injury or emergency illness

Assists school personnel in establishing sanitary conditions at each building

Assists in health instruction, family education, and other health topics at each building

Performs any other duties that may be assigned by administration

Qualifications

Must meet any certification requirements of the state

Pediatric experience preferred

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