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McHenry High School District 156

Nurse (471)

Job Posting

Job Details

TitleNurse
Posting ID471
Description

Start: August 10, 2026

 

Terms of Employment:

  • Responsible to the Assistant Principal of Student Services 

  • Location: Upper Campus

  • Calendar: 180 days + 6 float days as assigned

  • Daily Schedule: M-F, 7:00 am - 3:30 pm

  • Hours Per Day: 8 hours per day which includes a 15-minute paid break

  • Unpaid meal break: 30-minute 

  • Hourly Rate: TBD*
  • Benefits: Eligible for medical benefits and paid leave. IMRF participation is required. 

*The 2025-2026 starting hourly rate for a Nurse is $29.13. The 2026-2027 starting hourly rate for a Nurse will be updated upon finalization of the new collective bargaining agreement (CBA). 

 

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Current Illinois Registered Nurse credentials
  • Strong computer skills
  • Must be detail-oriented with excellent oral and written communication skills
  • Excellent time management skills
  • Ability to work efficiently under minimum supervision
  • Must respect the confidentiality of sensitive information

Responsibilities / Duties:

  • Must perform all responsibilities in a professional manner consistent with district policy and practices
  • Maintain student health records
  • Facilitate student health assessment/screenings (hearing and vision)
  • Complete medical reviews/ health histories
  • Accurately store and dispense medication
  • Consult with teachers, parents, and team members
  • Write and maintain health plans and medical 504's
  • Notify parents and building administrators regarding students who are severely ill or injured
  • Lead professional development training to all staff as assigned (ie. Diabetes Training)
  • Submit accurate and timely reports as required by various health agencies and the state
  • Assume authority to provide emergency care for ill and injured students on school premises until emergency personnel arrive, under the supervision of the building administration
  • Other relevant duties as assigned

Physical Requirements

  • Requires the ability to sit and/or stand for prolonged periods of time. 
  • Ability to move freely and perform duties in numerous locations throughout the day (involving the ability to stoop, bend, and reach as needed). 
  • Ability to occasionally move, lift, carry, pull, or push heavy objects or materials. 
  • Exposure to noise and activity of a school setting and as needed in noisy and crowded environments. 
  • Must possess the physical strength to occasionally assist in lifting students. 
  • Must be able to bend and perform CPR as needed.
Shift TypeFull-Time
Salary Range$29.13 / Per Hour
LocationUpper Campus

Applications Accepted

Start Date05/01/2026