Educational Certified Nurse (CNA)

Job Description

The Educational CNA is a key member of the school health team. These professionals will assist in creating a climate of health, safety, and well-being in our schools.

Qualifications:

• CNA or LPN preferred. 
• High School Diploma/GED. 
• Willingness to obtain and maintain CPR certification and Red Cross First Aid Certification. 
• Demonstrated entry level computer knowledge. 
• All USD 383 employees must pass complete a background check.

Job Responsibilities

• Works with the supervising RN and school case manager to implement programs for individual children with special health/medical needs. 
• Supports students with health needs within the classroom setting. 
• Provision of minor or emergent first aid care. 
• Maintains up-to-date cumulative health records on all assigned children both on the computer and in the student’s file as needed. 
• Communicates with the supervising RN unusual symptoms of students to seek direction for appropriate action. 
• With special education team, notifies parent of student’s medical concerns and, if necessary, stays with student until parent arrives. 
• Maintains health log of students seen and disposition indicating care given. 
• Administers medications, treatments, and regimens prescribed by a licensed physician under the supervision of the building RN. 
• Attends nursing meetings as needed. 
• Performs specific delegated procedures and other duties as assigned by the supervising RN.

Salary/Pay

Salary:   

• $13.00- $17.50/hour. 
• Placement within this range is based on relevant qualifications, including prior experience, education, and applicable certifications (e.g., bachelor's degree, advanced certification, bilingual proficiency, etc.). 

 Hours Per Day:

• Early Learning: 8:40-3:40   
• Elementary hours: 8:45-3:45  
• Secondary hours: 7:40-2:50    
• Times may vary depending on the building assignment. 
• Flexible hours depending on availability. 
• Average workday = 7.5 hours. 

Terms of Employment:  

• Salary and work year as established by the Board of Education. 
• New employees go through a 45-day introductory period as part of onboarding after which benefits will begin, and leave can be used. 
• FLSA Status: Non-Exempt.

Reports To: Supervising RN, Case Manager, and Building Principal. 

Closing Date

31 December, 2026