Nurse Jobs in Plainfield, IL

A School Nurse plays a vital role in the school administration industry by promoting health education among students and managing health conditions within the school environment. This includes conducting health screenings, offering health counseling, administering medications to students, and managing emergency situations. They also play an integral role in creating and implementing school health policies, including those related to nutrition and physical activity, substance abuse, and infectious diseases. Additionally, school nurses are responsible for handling health records of students and ensuring that any health information is accurately documented and kept confidential.

Important skills for a School Nurse include strong communication and interpersonal skills, the ability to work independently, decision-making skills, patience, and empathy. They should also have a comprehensive knowledge of child health and development, school health services, public health systems, and community health resources. To become a school nurse, one typically needs to be a Registered Nurse (RN) and may also need to obtain a certification in school nursing. Some roles a person may have before becoming a School Nurse might include working as a Staff Nurse in a pediatric setting, a Public Health Nurse, or a Pediatric Nurse in a hospital.

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1:1 LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse) for Elementary School

  • Glen Ellyn, IL (22 miles from Plainfield, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Glen Ellyn, IL (22 miles from Plainfield, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Position Type: Substitute/ Substitute Health Assistant Date Posted: 3/12/2025 Location: Park View Elementary Date Available: ASAP Closing Date: Once Filled District:   Community Consolidated...

1:1 LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse) for Elementary School

  • Wheaton, IL (20 miles from Plainfield, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Wheaton, IL (20 miles from Plainfield, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Position Type: Substitute/ Substitute Health Assistant Date Posted: 3/12/2025 Location: Park View Elementary Date Available: ASAP Closing Date: Once Filled District:   Community Consolidated...

School Nurse - North (part-time 0.8 FTE)

  • Glen Ellyn, IL (22 miles from Plainfield, IL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Glen Ellyn, IL (22 miles from Plainfield, IL)
  • 6 days ago

Indirect report to the District Assistant Director fo Student Services. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Provide direct nursing services and health counseling to students and employees....

District Certified School Nurse

  • Wheaton, IL (20 miles from Plainfield, IL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Wheaton, IL (20 miles from Plainfield, IL)
  • 6 days ago

Position: District Certified School Nurse Qualifications: Possession of an Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL) with a School Nurse endorsement Registered Nurse (RN) licensure Bachelors degree...

School Nurse

  • Minooka, IL (6 miles from Plainfield, IL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Minooka, IL (6 miles from Plainfield, IL)
  • 6 days ago

Attachment(s): Nurse Job Description.pdf...

Certified School Nurse

  • Lombard, IL (24 miles from Plainfield, IL)
  • 7 days ago
  • Lombard, IL (24 miles from Plainfield, IL)
  • 7 days ago

Salary: $ 45 55 / hour A Certified School Nurse (CSN) is needed through our contracted school district near the Lombard area....

School Nurse - East (part-time 0.8 FTE)

  • Wheaton, IL (20 miles from Plainfield, IL)
  • 10 days ago
  • Wheaton, IL (20 miles from Plainfield, IL)
  • 10 days ago

Indirect report to the District Assistant Director fo Student Services. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Provide direct nursing services and health counseling to students and employees....

School Nurse - West (part time 0.8 FTE)

  • Wheaton, IL (20 miles from Plainfield, IL)
  • 10 days ago
  • Wheaton, IL (20 miles from Plainfield, IL)
  • 10 days ago

Indirect report to the District Assistant Director fo Student Services. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Provide direct nursing services and health counseling to students and employees....

School Nurse - North (part-time 0.8 FTE)

  • Wheaton, IL (20 miles from Plainfield, IL)
  • 10 days ago
  • Wheaton, IL (20 miles from Plainfield, IL)
  • 10 days ago

Indirect report to the District Assistant Director fo Student Services. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Provide direct nursing services and health counseling to students and employees....

School Nurse

  • Wheaton, IL (20 miles from Plainfield, IL)
  • 10 days ago
  • Wheaton, IL (20 miles from Plainfield, IL)
  • 10 days ago

  Elementary School, Grades K-5 Credentials: Licensed Registered Nurse in the State of Illinois Current CPR/AED certification Qualifications and Job Responsibilities: Please see Building Nurse Job...

School Nurse

  • Hinsdale, IL (22 miles from Plainfield, IL)
  • 10 days ago
  • Hinsdale, IL (22 miles from Plainfield, IL)
  • 10 days ago

: Licensed Registered Nurse in the State of Illinois Current CPR/AED certification Qualifications and Job Responsibilities: Please see Building Nurse Job Description Salary: $34.09 per hour 7.5 paid...

RN School Nurse

  • Tinley Park, IL (21 miles from Plainfield, IL)
  • 12 days ago
  • Tinley Park, IL (21 miles from Plainfield, IL)
  • 12 days ago

One year prior Registered Nurse (RN) experience preferred....

Certified School Nurse

  • Frankfort, IL (21 miles from Plainfield, IL)
  • 13 days ago
  • Frankfort, IL (21 miles from Plainfield, IL)
  • 13 days ago

Qualifications Registered Nurse Licensure, Illinois. Certified Nurse with PEL required. Current First Aid and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation program completion. Computer Literacy....

Certified School Nurse CSN Opening in the Lombard Illinois area

  • Lombard, IL (24 miles from Plainfield, IL)
  • 15 days ago
  • Lombard, IL (24 miles from Plainfield, IL)
  • 15 days ago

Soliant currently has an opening for a contracted position for a Certified School Nurse (CSN) in the Lombard, Illinois area Qualification Requirements: Must have a Professional Educator License (PEL...

Certified School Nurse CSN Opening in the Aurora Illinois area

  • Aurora, IL (15 miles from Plainfield, IL)
  • 15 days ago
  • Aurora, IL (15 miles from Plainfield, IL)
  • 15 days ago

Soliant currently has an opening for a contracted position for a Certified School Nurse (CSN) in the Aurora, Illinois area Qualification Requirements: Must have a Professional Educator License (PEL)...

Demographic Data for Plainfield, IL

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Salary for Nurse Jobs in Plainfield, IL

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Highest Education Level

Nurses in Plainfield, IL offer the following education background
Master's Degree
39.4%
Bachelor's Degree
28.6%
Associate's Degree
11.5%
Doctorate Degree
10.2%
Vocational Degree or Certification
6.2%
High School or GED
3.2%
Some College
0.7%
Some High School
0.2%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Nurses in Plainfield, IL
1-2 years
34.5%
None
19.4%
Less than 1 year
18.4%
4-6 years
13.4%
6-8 years
12.9%
2-4 years
1.4%