Certified School Nurse

Certified School Nurse, Full-time  School Year

Welcome to the Special Education District of Lake County. SEDOL is a cooperative educational system working with 31 local school districts to serve their students facing physical, emotional, and other learning challenges. Our mission is to provide "Exceptional Services for Exceptional Students by Exceptional Staff". Our Beliefs All persons shall be valued and treated with respect and dignity;
All students can succeed;
Students shall be educated in or as close to their home school as appropriate;
Students shall be provided services based upon their individual needs;
Quality educational services shall be made available to all students; and, Schools, families, and communities shall work cooperatively to provide and promote appropriate educational services for all students.

Position/

Title:

Certified School Nurse, Full-time  School Year

Qualifications:

• Illinois Registered Nurse license
• Baccalaureate Degree
• Professional Educator License-Certified School Nurse
• Current CPR-AED certification for the Professional Rescuer
• Computer literacy
• Competency in the use of current medical technology
• Prior professional nursing experience, preferably pediatric, adolescent, community or mental health nursing, and health program management

Direct Supervisor:
Principal/Sector Supervisor Nursing Coordinator

Overview:
This is a full-time position following the SEDOL calendar; the work day will be determined according to the nurse's assignment. Duties include the provision of a school health program and delivery of services to students and staff members in order to enhance health and wellness in the school community. Nursing care performed in accordance with the standards of professional school nurse practice, district and SEDOL policies and procedures, and the Illinois Nurse Practice Act.

General Responsibilities:

• All SEDOL registered nurses should be able to work in any assignment within the SEDOL community. SEDOL will provide training and assure all nurses have appropriate skills prior to making assignments.
• All nursing assignments are made based on the needs of the students.
• Fluency in English and Spanish preferred.

Coordination:

• Develop and administer a coordinated school health program.
• Collect and analyze epidemiological and other school health information and make recommendations based upon data.
• Assess the health and safety needs of the school environment; implement blood borne pathogens control and reinforce universal precautions.
• Manage school health records and promote compliance with health-related regulations such as immunizations and school physicals as outlined in the Illinois School Code and by the Illinois Department of Public Health.
• Participate in the development of health-related policies and procedures in compliance with state mandates and current health practices.
• Analyze attendance patterns and consult with students' families and administration to address any issues.
• Participate as a crisis team member and provide crisis intervention for students and staff in the event of sudden illness or injury.

Teaching:

• Participate as a member of the educational team as a resource for health issues.
• Provide staff inservice programs on health topics.
• Provide health related classroom instruction.
• Provide staff education about student's medical needs as needed.
• Participate as a member of the curriculum committee as a resource and specialist in health issues.

Clinical Practice:

• Provide direct nursing services, first aid, illness, and emergency care to students and staff including nursing assessment, identifying health problems, making referrals for diagnosis and treatment, recommending educational modifications, providing follow-up and evaluation, and maintaining appropriate documentation.
• Administer medication and/or treatments in accordance with SEDOL's policy and procedures.
• Maintain accurate medical records and documentation including immunizations, physical examinations, and medical conditions.
• Develop individual health care plans for students requiring special nursing procedures during the school day.
• Complete a Health History for students having a case study evaluation and a Health History Update for those students having a three-year reevaluation In consultation with the school nurse.
• Develop student focused health plans with measurable goals and objectives as needed based on student health needs during the school day.
• Provide health information and counseling for students, parents, and staff.
• Recommend modification of school programs for students who may require changes due to their medical status.
• RN-IEP designees, may provide educational recommendations to IEP team based on student's health needs.
• Make appropriate assessments and referrals for suspected abuse/neglect as a mandated reporter.
• Accompany students on mobility trips as indicated by their medical status or IEP as needed.
• Supervision of and assistance to Registered Nurses and 1:1 Nurses, SEDOL and agency Nurses.

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