Licensed Practical Nurse / Medical Assistant - 12 Months

ROCKFORD PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT #205
Job Description 
 
Job Title: Licensed Practical Nurse / Medical Assistant
                                                                                                                                                           
Job Code: 9361
Department: Special Education Department
Supervisor: Health Services Supervisor
Date: May 27, 2025 
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Grade: 9
Compensation Range: $22.18 to $31.05 per hour 

 
PURPOSE OF THE POSITION: The primary function of the Certified Nursing / Medical Assistant is to support servicing of the health needs of the school site, relative to both personal attention and in-service trainings.
 
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: None
 
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:  
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. In addition to the requirements listed below, regular attendance is an essential function of this position.

1. Ensures that all actions are in concert with the Board policies as well as the mission statement, beliefs, objectives, and parameters found in the Board's strategic plan.
2. Participates in job training and professional growth opportunities in order to enhance ability to perform the essential functions of the job.
3. Performs other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring an efficient and effective work environment.
4. Maintain required health records under the supervision of the building nurse.
5. Assists Certified School Nurse to maintain lines of communication with teachers and other school personnel in order that cooperative action will meet the needs of the students.
6. Assists with sick or injured students, administering minor first aid in accordance with established policies and procedures.
7. Accepts delegated tasks from licensed nursing staff in accordance with scope of practice and board policies and procedures.
8. Assists students in managing their diabetes in accordance with their Individualized Diabetic Care Plan.
9. Helps to obtain and update health records, and ensure accurate computerized data entry in regard to immunization dates, health examinations and medical condition codes
10. Collaborates with community contacts to assist in the coordination of medical services for students.
11. Assists the Early Childhood Department in the development and implementation of systems to transition children and families from the Early Intervention system into the Early Childhood program.

QUALIFICATIONS: High School Diploma or GED required. Certification as a Nursing Assistant (CAN) or Medical Assistant (CMA) with CPR/AED certification required.
 
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

1. Ability to demonstrate qualities aligned to our core values of Character, Communication, Collaboration and Continuous Improvement.
2. Must possess excellent oral, written and communication skills.
3. Ability to attend to detail and follow tasks through to completion.
4. Must be capable of working on multiple projects at one time with strong organizational skills and high levels of self-motivation.
5. Must be able to practice good judgment and set appropriate priorities.
6. Ability to remain discreet, to handle issues of highly sensitive nature, while  ensuring confidential information is not disclosed without appropriate authorization.
7. Ability to work effectively independently, with minimum supervision, and under pressure.

A comprehensive benefits package including:

• Medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance
• Voluntary life insurance
• Paid Sick and Personal time
• Paid holidays
• Membership in the Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund (IMRF) or Teachers' Retirement System (TRS)
• Optional 403(b) plan
• Employee assistance program (EAP)

WORK CALENDAR: 12 Months
 
WORKING CONDITIONS: 
Moderate in-district travel as well as intermittent in-state and out-of-state travel.  Intermittent prolonged and irregular hours of work.
 
OTHER: This job description describes duties and responsibilities which are representative of the nature and level of work assigned to the position. The identified duties and responsibilities are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the