Certified School Nurse

DutiesParticipate actively in a Professional Learning Community with colleagues by:Attending staff meetings and in-service meetings as required;Creating, sharing, and analyzing data with team or departmental colleagues; andActively engage in district, building, and team-level committees and participate in district/building initiatives.Use technology, information, and other tools.Demonstrate self- management and coordination skills and effectively organize a variety of materials, equipment, media, and community resources to support the instructional program, using school-approved procedures.Serve as a role model for students and staff in demonstrating positive attitudes, appropriate attire and grooming and effective work ethic.Maintain positive, cooperative, and mutually supportive relationships with the administration, instructional staff, students, parents, and representatives of resource agencies within the community.Communicate regularly with parents, seeking their support and advice, so as to create a cooperative relationship to support the child.Prompt arrival and complete duties promptly, and use full effort throughout the duration of every shift.Report suspected child abuse/neglect cases as required by statute and board policy and notify immediately appropriate personnel of evidence of substance abuse, child abuse, child neglect, severe medical or social conditions, potential suicide or individuals appearing to be under the influence of alcohol, controlled substances, or anabolic steroids.Work cooperatively with other school personnel, parents, and students.Meet with students, parents, administrators, and/or consultants.Maintain accurate records and complete records and reports in a timely fashion as required by law and regulation or building/department procedures or requested by the Principal or Director of Health Services or designee, including but not limited to medical forms, and accident reports.Implement medical orders.Plan and conduct the health screenings, surveys, and state reports as established by the Board or State of Illinois.Fulfill State requirements and board policies for communicable disease control and the exclusion and readmission of pupils for reasons of health, reviewing all doctor and medical notes submitted to the school by students and parents. Provide instruction to all teachers on methods to detect the first signs of communicable disease.Administer medication to students in accordance with law and Board policy.Follow protocols that provide for crisis intervention for acute illness, injury, and emotional disturbances.Provide emergency care arising from accidents and illness at school in accordance with Board policy. Make arrangements for treatment at hospitals or clinics in an emergency or when requested by the school principal.Understand and follow established procedures for sanitation and hygiene in the handling and disposal of body fluids and medical waste. Ensure that all staff understand and follow established procedures.Address staff annually regarding universal precautions, including bloodborne pathogens and CPR.Select, arrange for purchase, and store appropriate medical supplies and equipment necessary to operate a school health office.Work with community health agencies and resources to provide a comprehensive and coordinated health services program for the school and its students.Participate as a health specialist on teams determining special services for students.Plan and implement school health management protocols for children with chronic health problems.Counsel students, staff, and parents concerning health issues, care, treatment, and other community health issues.Understand and communicate current developments in the health field through reading of professional journals, participation in professional development, and involvement in professional organizations.Complete the required clock hours of State-approved continuing professional development. Recommend policies and procedures that promote a healthy school environment and a clean, safe facility. Identify and communicate to the principal any unsafe practices or conditions.Maintain a safe and clean health office including the care and maintenance of all health office equipment needed to carry out job functions and responsibilities.Display the highest ethical and professional behavior and standards when working with students, parents, school personnel, and other agencies associated with the school.Protect the confidentiality of records and information gained as part of exercising professional duties in accordance with the law and Board policies.Identify problems and proactively resolve issues.Complete tasks in the expected or assigned time frame without the need for redirection from a supervisor.Represent the district well in interactions with all stakeholders.Participate in building and/or district initiatives.Be knowledgeable of and adhere to the law, including the Illinois Nurse Practice Act, applicable rules, Illinois School Code, State Board of Education rules and regulations, Board of Education policies and regulations, school regulations and procedures, and contractual obligations.Perform other duties as assigned.QualificationsRegistered Professional Nurse (BSN or equivalent preferred)Able to become a Certified School NurseCPR CertifiedHearing and Vision Technician Certified (Preferred)Salary/BenefitsThe Polo Community School District Offers:1) Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund2) Hourly Wage3) Health Insurance4) Paid Sick Days and Paid Personal DaysEmail Addresskmandrell@poloschools.netSchool DistrictPolo Community Unit School District #222Position Websitehttps://www.poloschools.netCity WebsitePoloILearn LinkILearnReport Card LinkDistrict Report CardJob Posting Date3/2/2026Application Deadline4/16/2026Start Date8/10/2026Email for More Informationkmandrell@poloschools.net