Nurse Jobs in Elgin, 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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School Nurse - LPN

  • Addison, IL (12 miles from Elgin, IL)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Addison, IL (12 miles from Elgin, IL)
  • 2 hours ago

Look no further: Ro Health is hiring for a qualified nurse to work in the Addison area!...

School Health Nurse - RN

  • Elgin, IL
  • 2 hours ago
  • Elgin, IL
  • 2 hours ago

Are you a licensed Registered Nurse with a passion for working with kids? Are you looking for a role with a great schedule, competitive pay, and development opportunities?...

Registered Nurse - School Nurse

  • Buffalo Grove, IL (17 miles from Elgin, IL)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Buffalo Grove, IL (17 miles from Elgin, IL)
  • 2 hours ago

Look no further: Ro Health is hiring for a qualified nurse to work with Buffalo Grove for the 2025- 2026 school year!...

School Health Nurse - RN 1:1

  • Carol Stream, IL (8 miles from Elgin, IL)
  • 5 days ago
  • Carol Stream, IL (8 miles from Elgin, IL)
  • 5 days ago

Are you a licensed Registered Nurse with a passion for working with kids? Are you looking for a role with a great schedule, competitive pay, and development opportunities?...

School Nurse - LPN 1:1

  • Carol Stream, IL (8 miles from Elgin, IL)
  • 5 days ago
  • Carol Stream, IL (8 miles from Elgin, IL)
  • 5 days ago

Look no further: Ro Health is hiring for a qualified nurse to work in YOUR area!...

School Nurse LPN 1.1. Job in Carol Stream Gr8Jobs

  • Carol Stream, IL (8 miles from Elgin, IL)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Carol Stream, IL (8 miles from Elgin, IL)
  • 4 hours ago

Look no further: Ro Health is hiring for a qualified nurse to work in YOUR area!...

Certified School Nurse

  • Grayslake, IL (23 miles from Elgin, IL)
  • 20 hours ago
  • Grayslake, IL (23 miles from Elgin, IL)
  • 20 hours ago

A Certified School Nurse (CSN) is needed through our contracted school district near Grays Lake area....

School Nurse or 1:1 RN

  • Gages Lake, IL (23 miles from Elgin, IL)
  • 8 days ago
  • Gages Lake, IL (23 miles from Elgin, IL)
  • 8 days ago

Salary/Benefits Salary: per FY25 $44,799 - $72,440 (FY26 contract under negotiation), based on education and experience. Benefits: paid sick and personal leave, paid single health insurance, and...

Certified School Nurse- 25/26 SY

  • Geneva, IL (11 miles from Elgin, IL)
  • 14 days ago
  • Geneva, IL (11 miles from Elgin, IL)
  • 14 days ago

The Certified School Nurse (CSN) identifies and treatshealth conditions among students in the school setting....

Certified School Nurse

  • Hinsdale, IL (21 miles from Elgin, IL)
  • 14 days ago
  • Hinsdale, IL (21 miles from Elgin, IL)
  • 14 days ago

Certified School Nurse JobID: 2785 Position Type: Student Services/School Nurse Date Posted: 4/9/2025 Location: Hinsdale Central High School Date Available: 25/26 SY Closing Date: 05/09/2025 Additional...

Licensed School Nurse (2025-2026 School Year)

  • Wheaton, IL (12 miles from Elgin, IL)
  • 22 days ago
  • Wheaton, IL (12 miles from Elgin, IL)
  • 22 days ago

Participate in staff development and school improvement activities in order to maintain professional growth. Plan and incorporate best practices or new strategies....

Licensed School Nurse (2025-2026 School Year)

  • Naperville, IL (17 miles from Elgin, IL)
  • 22 days ago
  • Naperville, IL (17 miles from Elgin, IL)
  • 22 days ago

Position Type: Special Education/Student Services/ Licensed School Nurse Date Posted: 4/2/2025 Location: Metea Valley High School Date Available: 08/2025 Closing Date: Until Filled    Description...

School Nurse

  • Woodridge, IL (21 miles from Elgin, IL)
  • 24 days ago
  • Woodridge, IL (21 miles from Elgin, IL)
  • 24 days ago

State licensure or certification as a Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Experience working with children and adolescents, including related experience with oxygen monitoring One year...

School Nurse (RN)

  • Bolingbrook, IL (23 miles from Elgin, IL)
  • 24 days ago
  • Bolingbrook, IL (23 miles from Elgin, IL)
  • 24 days ago

Soliant is seeking a dedicated Registered Nurse (RN) to join a school-based team, providing essential medical support to students....

School Nurse

  • Burr Ridge, IL (24 miles from Elgin, IL)
  • 27 days ago
  • Burr Ridge, IL (24 miles from Elgin, IL)
  • 27 days ago

REPORTS TO: Principal, Director of Student Services QUALIFICATIONS: Qualified to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Illinois and hold an unrestricted license....

Demographic Data for Elgin, IL

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Salary for Nurse Jobs in Elgin, IL

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Highest Education Level

Nurses in Elgin, IL offer the following education background
Master's Degree
39.3%
Bachelor's Degree
28.7%
Associate's Degree
11.6%
Doctorate Degree
10.2%
Vocational Degree or Certification
6.2%
High School or GED
3.1%
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 Elgin, 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%