Duties

• Provide direct nursing care to students and staff, including first aid, illness assessment, and emergency response.
• Administer medications and treatments in accordance with physician orders, district procedures, and state law.
• Manage student attendance, including tracking absences.
• Maintain accurate and confidential student health records, including immunization and physical examination compliance.
• Monitor and manage chronic health conditions such as asthma, diabetes, seizures, allergies, and other medical needs.
• Develop and implement Individual Health Care Plans (IHCPs) and emergency action plans as needed.
• Conduct health screenings including vision, hearing, and other state-required screenings.
• Communicate in a confidential and professional manner with parents/guardians regarding student illnesses, injuries, medications, and health concerns.
• Collaborate with the nurses in the district, teachers, administrators, counselors, special education staff, and outside medical providers to support student health and safety.
• Ensure compliance with state and federal health regulations, including communicable disease reporting and exclusion guidelines.
• Maintain inventory and proper storage of medications and medical supplies.
• Provide health education and promote wellness initiatives within the school community.
• Assist with accident reports, incident documentation, and required health reporting.
• Maintain current certifications (CPR, hearing and vision) and nursing licensure requirements.
• Obtain Vision and Hearing Screening certification if not currently certified.
• Perform other duties as assigned by administration.

Qualifications

• Current and valid Illinois Registered Professional Nurse (RN) license required.
• Preference given to candidates with RN, RN PEL-CSN, or BSN credentials.
• CPR/AED certification required.
• Vision and Hearing screening certification preferred
• Previous pediatric, school nursing, public health, or related experience preferred.
• Knowledge of student health regulations, medication administration, and emergency procedures.
• Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise professional judgment.

Salary/Benefits

• Salary: $39/hr to $54/hr (Subject to current union negotiation)
• Benefits: Pursuant to the IFT CollectiveBargaining Agreement (Subject to current union negotiation) with IMRF eligibility.

Additional Notes

Skokie School District 73.5 is located in culturally diverse Skokie, Illinois, a suburb of Chicago. There are approximately 1,100 students in the three building school district. Nearly fifty percent of the students come from homes where a language other than English is spoken and more than 60 languages are spoken. District 73.5 seeks a diverse candidate pool that is reflective of the diversity of our student body.

How to Apply

Complete on-line application @ www.sd735.org. Selected applicants will be contacted to provide additional information.

Position Website

https://www.applitrack.com/skokie735/onlineapp/jobpostings/view.asp?all=1

ILearn Link

ILearn

Report Card Link

District Report Card

Application Deadline

7/2/2026