
School-Based Registered Nurse (RN) - Des Plaines, Illinois
Step into a meaningful school-based role where your specialized nursing expertise supports a high-acuity kindergarten student in an educational setting. This contract position places you in a pivotal, 1:1 RN assignment, ensuring that a young learner thrives safely and confidently throughout the school day.
The assignment starts on May 24 and follows a consistent schedule: Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday from 7:45 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., and Tuesday from 7:45 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. A key component is bus dutyyoull accompany the student to and from school, ensuring their well-being from the very start and end of each day.
What you bring:
- Active RN license (Illinois)
- Hands-on experience with high-acuity pediatric nursing, specifically with ventilator and tracheostomy management, inline suctioning, and oxygen dependency
- Demonstrated skill with G-tube feedings, medication administration, and routine care
- Comfort with respiratory interventions: inline nebulizers and speaking valve trials
- Strong assessment skills for frequent vitals and physical monitoring
- High reliability and commitmentconsistency is essential for 1:1 caregiving and student trust
Role responsibilities:
- Provide 1:1 clinical oversight and support for a kindergarten student, both in the classroom and during transportation
- Administer complex medical interventions as directed by care plans and per physicians orders
- Maintain vigilant monitoring of the students vitals and physical status
- Coordinate closely with educators, school staff, and the childs family to ensure holistic, responsive care
- Document care thoroughly, responding with expertise and compassion to evolving needs
If your passion lies in pediatric nursing and youre ready to create a notable impact in a childs daily life, apply now to bring your dedication and knowledge to a school community in need of your skills.
Compensation for this position ranges from $28.00 to $45.00. Eligible candidates may also receive healthcare benefits, housing, and meals/incidentals. Full details of our healthcare benefits plan can be found here. This posting is open for 60 days after the posting date.
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