School Nurse (Part-Time)

Job Descriptions:

Marklund in Geneva is hiring a Part-Time School Nurse!

Would you like to make a difference in the lives of others and be appreciated for what you do?

Join us in making everyday life possible for individuals with profound disabilities and love your job!

Marklund is seeking highly motivated and mission-centered individual for the position of School Nurse (RN) at the Marklund Day School in Geneva, IL. The School Nurse addresses the health needs of students and coordinates with staff, families, healthcare providers, and community agencies to provide a comprehensive school health program that facilitates the appropriate educational opportunity for students. Hours for this position are 8:45 AM – 2:45 PM on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday.

Who We Are:

Marklund is a nonprofit organization that provides residential, educational and therapy services to infants, children, teens and adults with serious and profound developmental disabilities and special healthcare needs. With three residential locations – the Marklund Hyde Center in Geneva, the Marklund Philip Center in Bloomingdale, and the Marklund Wasmond Center in Elgin, it is currently home to nearly 178 residents. The Marklund Day School offers Multi-Needs and Life Skills programs for children and young adults with multiple medical needs, and those diagnosed on the autism spectrum. In addition, our Community Day Services program at each site is a therapeutic day program for adults who reside at Marklund and those who come in from the community.

Marklund provides a rich culture where everything we do contributes to our mission of “making everyday life possible for individuals with profound disabilities.” Each and every employee’s job contributes to Marklund’s vision of providing a happy, safe purpose-filled life for every individual with intellectual and development disabilities, and is integral to enhancing the lives of the individuals we serve. As part of our private, not-for-profit network of services, you will learn what it’s like to have the individuals we serve not only change your career, but also change your life

About Our School

Marklund Day School is a well-known and respected nonpublic school serving students ages Pre K-22 who come to our school’s program through partnerships with various Chicago suburban school districts. Marklund Day School provides an environment conducive to learning through specialized curriculum, positive behavioral interventions, and individualized student support. The Marklund Life Skills Program is designed to provide specialized support to students who have learning and developmental disabilities and those identified on the Autism Spectrum.

Our highly sensory-driven program features:

Physical and Occupational Therapy

Speech and Language Therapy

Music Therapy

Sensory and Therapy Rooms

Computer Adapted Technology

Community Programs and Opportunities

Observation areas and Outdoor Courtyard

Model Apartment… and more!

To learn more about our school please visit our website at www.marklund.org/school

As an equal opportunity employer, Marklund respects and supports diversity, equity and inclusion as part of our work environment.

Are you ready to contribute to Marklund’s mission and vision, and become an integral part of enhancing the lives of the individuals we serve?

Apply Today!

Similar Industry Titles and Keywords:

School Nurse, Registered Nurse, RN, LPN, Staff Nurse, BSN, school charge nurse, Nursing

Required Experience:

Qualifications:

Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), current on the Illinois Health Care Worker Registry

Possess current BLS CPR certification for Healthcare Workers

Proficient First Aid skills

IDPH certified to perform annual vision screening preferred

Prior nursing experience in a school setting desired

Must be able to perform the essential functions of the job and to meet its functional and environmental requirements

Keyword: Nurse, Registered Nurse, RN, Staff Nurse, School Nurse

From: Marklund