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School Nurse (Full-Time)

Marklund, Bloomingdale, IL, United States


Marklund in Bloomingdale is hiring a Full-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! New Grads are welcome to apply!

Marklund is seeking a highly motivated and mission-centered individual for the position of

School Nurse (RN or LPN)

at the Marklund Day School in Bloomingdale, 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 8am-4pm, Monday-Friday. Hourly rate range is $29.25-$34/hr for LPN and $31.25-$36/hr for RN based on qualifications and experience.

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 two residential locations - the Marklund Hyde Center in Geneva 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
With a recently opened 12,000-square-foot state-of-the-art building addition in Bloomingdale, Marklund's Day School is hiring dedicated and caring Paraprofessionals to work with students within its Life Skills/Autism and multi-needs programs. 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. Our highly sensory-driven program features physical and occupational therapy, speech and language therapy, art and music therapy, Snoezelen therapy, computer adapted technology, community programs and opportunities, recreational therapy, aquatic therapy and more.

Job Responsibilities

Administers medications

Tube feedings and treatments as prescribed

Prepare annual health history as needed for students

Attendance at student IDT and IEP meetings as needed

Complete daily documentation as required

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?

Required Experience & Qualifications

Registered Nurse (BSN), current on the Illinois Health Care Worker Registry

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 meet its functional and environmental requirements

Benefits
When you join the Marklund team, you receive the following:

Competitive Pay

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance Plans

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Company Paid Life Insurance for all FT employees

Voluntary Life Insurance

Company Paid Long-Term Disability

Voluntary Short-Term Disability

Paid Time Off (PTO)
School Employees Receive "Closed Days" and Sick/Personal

PTO Cash-In & Conversion Twice Per Year

Tuition Reimbursement

Extended Sick Bank

7 Paid Holidays per Year

Full-Time And Part-Time Employee Benefits

Competitive pay

Credit Union Membership

Retirement Savings Plan – eligible upon hire
Marklund matches up to 5%

Ways We Appreciate You

Annual Employee Recognition Dinner and Celebration

Years of Service Awards and Gifts beginning at 5 years

Claire Haverkampf (founder) Annual Commemorative Award

You Caught My Eye – Monthly Employee Award

Thanksgiving Turkey

Employee Referral Bonus Program

Employee Assistance Program

Training & Growth Opportunities

We promote from within whenever possible

You are paid while you train:
In-House Training Programs

Leadership Training Program

Employee Workshops on a variety of topics

Benefits/Programs subject to change.

Keyword: Nurse, Registered Nurse, RN, Staff Nurse

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