As a Registered Nurse with The Menta Group you will oversee the health and well-being of students act as a resource for health education and maintain student records and data for compliance purposes.
Full-Time Position with Benefits and Generous Paid Benefit Time Off
Direct Hire with our school
M-F 6:45 a.m. to 2:15 p.m following a school calendar
Responsibilities
Provide first aid care and medically prescribed services.
Obtain and review consents for medication administration in school.
Document each instance for medication administration.
Train designated staff on medication administration and documentation of medication administration
Maintain security of school health supplies.
Instruct students in health education.
Correspond with parents and medical providers on the health needs of students.
Record immunizations health findings and other relevant health data.
Maintain accurate related service logs updated weekly.
Coordinate and communicate with administrative staff teachers and other related service staff as needed or IEP directed.
Develop Individual Health Care plans for students with allergies.
Qualifications
Current/Active Registered Nurse
Considerable knowledge of medical and mental health disorders and subsequent treatment.
Considerable knowledge of child growth and development.
Working knowledge of public health problems and procedures for treatment in coordination with other health and social service agencies.
Working knowledge of Federal State and Local laws and regulations affecting the delivery of school health services.
Some knowledge of the school organization and the community served.
Capacity to coordinate and facilitate services between the school local health agency and other community resources.
Benefits
Benefit options include: Medical Dental Vision and Supplemental Insurance Programs
Medical Insurance enrollment is available to full time employees on their date of hire. No waiting period.
10 Month School Position with 12 Month Semi-Monthly Pay
Generous Paid Time Off Benefitsfor salaried positions
403(b) Investment Options
Negotiable Sign-On Bonus for Certified Special Education Teachers
Menta Academy Chicago West
At Menta Academy Chicago West our devoted staff is dedicated to guiding each child toward success. Our educational services are designed to meet individual learning needs emphasizing both development and achievement. This allows our students to experience daily successes engage in learning and play and gain the knowledge they need to succeed in the future. Menta Academy Chicago West is more than just a school; its where students flourish and reach their full potential.
The heart of our success lies in our genuine passion for empowering at-risk youth. We approach our mission with confidence knowing that every life we touch has the potential to flourish. Through innovative approaches data-driven strategies and a profound understanding of the challenges our students face we steadfastly strive to eliminate barriers and create a brighter more promising future for all those we serve.
Professional Associations and/or Partnerships
The Menta Education Group affiliates are members/partners with CEC CASE Autism Speaks ASBA AAPSEC AASA CCSSO SEAA ASCD and many more associations that focus on the education of children with disabilities.
Equal Opportunity Employer
The Menta Education Group (Menta) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race creed sex (including sex stereotypes sex characteristics gender identity and gender expression) color national origin religion age pregnancy or related conditions veteran status sexual orientation disability or any other basis protected under federal state or local law. Any individual needing assistance in making an application for any opening should contact Mentas office.
Disclaimer: Drjobpro.com is only a platform that connects job seekers and employers. Applicants are advised to conduct their own independent research into the credentials of the prospective employer.We always make certain that our clients do not endorse any request for money payments, thus we advise against sharing any personal or bank-related information with any third party. If you suspect fraud or malpractice, please contact us via contact us page.