Health Office Nurse

Position Type:
Student Support Services/School Nurse

Date Posted:
10/21/2024

Location:
Rockford Middle School

Date Available:
As Soon As Possible

Closing Date:
Open Until Filled
Health Office Nurse - Middle School
Position Description

Rockford Area Schools is seeking a licensed LPN or RN to work approximately 7AM - 3:00 PM on student school days at Rockford Middle School - Center for Environmental Studies. This position requires meeting the health needs of students according to district policies and school procedures under the guidance and direction of the Licensed School Nurse. Duties include:

• Promotes and protects the optimal health and safety of students.
• Works as a team with the Licensed School Nurse and staff to support the well-being of students.
• Administers necessary first aid and treatments in accordance with established guidelines.
• Assists in administration of medications in accordance to state law and district policy.
• Maintains and prepares necessary documentation and reporting, including immunization status, health office visits, and parent/staff communication.
• Maintains confidentiality and follows proper communication chains.
• Maintain certification in BLS/CPR and First Aid.

Education and Experience

• Certification as a Licensed Practical Nurse or Registered Nurse required.
• Knowledge of pediatric nursing care recommended but not required.
• Knowledge of basic computer skills required.

Contact Information
Paul Warzecha, Principal
Rockford Middle School

$29 - $38/hr compensation based on experience and education. 172 days per year, 7 hours per day.

Benefits:
Medical

• Single Coverage - District pays $429.20 toward premium
• Family Coverage - District pays $812 toward premium
• District contributes $500 into HSA - if enrolled in high deductible plan

Dental: Single coverage - District pays sum that covers premium for employee only

Life Insurance: District provides $50,000 of life insurance at no cost, employee may purchase supplemental life insurance

Long Term Disability: District provided at no cost to the employee

Flexible Spending Acct: Employees may elect to contribute on a pre-tax basis to Health Flexible Spending Accounts and Dependent Care Accounts

Retirement:

• The District contributes 7.5% of your total salary in the Public Employees Retirement Association pension plan
• Employees may also elect to participate in Deferred Compensation Plan once continuing rights granted

Title IX
Rockford Area Schools does not discriminate on the basis of sex and prohibits sex discrimination in any educational program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX, including employment.
All Title IX reports and concerns should be directed to the Superintendent of Schools
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