Nurse Jobs in Illinois

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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Registered Nurse School 2026-2027 SY

  • Epic Special Education Staffing
  • Grayslake, IL
  • 5 days ago
  • Grayslake, IL
  • 5 days ago

: 1 year of verifiable, professional experience as RN - School Nurse within the last 3 years (may include residency or clinical practicum) Valid RN - School Nurse credential/license or in process in...

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26-27 School Year Nurse (Certified School Nurse Certificate Required)

  • Ro Health
  • Des Plaines, IL
  • 1 day ago
  • Des Plaines, IL
  • 1 day ago

Look no further: Ro Health is hiring for a qualified nurse to work in the Des Plaines area for the '26-'27 school year!...

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Registered Nurse - Elementary School

  • Community Consolidated School District 21
  • Wheeling, IL
  • 1 day ago
  • Wheeling, IL
  • 1 day ago

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

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School Nurse

  • Illinois Association Of School
  • Pittsfield, IL
  • 2 days ago
  • Pittsfield, IL
  • 2 days ago

Duties The Certified School Nurse (CSN) coordinates the school health program including the delivery of services to students and serves as the health resource to staff members in order to enhance health...

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Certified School Nurse

  • Onward Search Education
  • IL
  • 2 days ago
  • IL
  • 2 days ago

We're partnering with a school district in Lake County, Illinois to hire dedicated Certified School Nurses (CSN) for the 2026-2027 school year....

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Certified School Nurse

  • EDU Healthcare
  • Highland Park, IL
  • 3 days ago
  • Highland Park, IL
  • 3 days ago

We are seeking a Certified School Nurse to join a school district in Highland Park, IL for the upcoming school year....

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School Nurse - Registered 2026-2027

  • Community Consolidated School District 15
  • Palatine, IL
  • 3 days ago
  • Palatine, IL
  • 3 days ago

School Nurse - Registered 2026-2027 JobID: 9654 Position Type: School Nurse-Registered/School Nurse-Registered Date Posted: 5/28/2026 Location: Virginia Lake, Palatine, IL Date Available: 08/10/2026...

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School Nurse

  • Elgin, IL
  • 4 days ago
  • Elgin, IL
  • 4 days ago

Similar Industry Titles and Keywords: School Nurse, Registered Nurse, RN, LPN, Staff Nurse, BSN, school charge nurse, Nursing Experience and Skills Qualifications: Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed...

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Certified School Nurse (CSN)

  • EDU Healthcare
  • Bolingbrook, IL
  • 4 days ago
  • Bolingbrook, IL
  • 4 days ago

Are you a School Nurse who loves making a difference in the lives of children and their families?...

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Category Schools - RN Nurse Job Type Contract Certified School Nurse (CSN) - Tinley Park, IL 2026-2027 School Year | Full-Time Opportunity We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Certified School...

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Registered Nurse School Setting - Highland Park, IL

  • Soliant Health
  • Highland Park, IL
  • 4 days ago
  • Highland Park, IL
  • 4 days ago

As a Certified School Nurse (CSN), your expertise will play a vital role in student wellness and success....

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Travel Registered Nurse School Setting in Highland Park, IL

  • Soliant Health
  • Highland Park, IL
  • 4 days ago
  • Highland Park, IL
  • 4 days ago

School Nurse!...

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Certified School Nurse (CSN/RN)

  • Healthpro Heritage
  • Highland Park, IL
  • 4 days ago
  • Highland Park, IL
  • 4 days ago

Overview Certified School Nurse (CSN/RN) - Highland Park, IL School-Based | Grades K-12th + TransitionFull-Time | $50+/hour | W-2 HealthPRO Pediatrics is hiring a Certified School Registered Nurse (...

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Registered Nurse School Setting - Rockford, IL

  • Sunbelt Staffing
  • Rockford, IL
  • 5 days ago
  • Rockford, IL
  • 5 days ago

Step into a dynamic contract opportunity supporting students' health and wellbeing as an onsite registered nurse....

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School Nurse Position - Full Time Contract - Loves Park, IL

  • Sunbelt Staffing
  • Loves Park, IL
  • 5 days ago
  • Loves Park, IL
  • 5 days ago

We are seeking a Registered Nurse to work full time and provide medical support to a student on a 1:1 basis at a school district near Loves Park, IL Active IL RN license Experience working 1:1 or experience...

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Salary for Nurse Jobs in Illinois

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Nurses in Illinois offer the following education background
Master's Degree
38.7%
Bachelor's Degree
29.1%
Associate's Degree
11.9%
Doctorate Degree
10.1%
Vocational Degree or Certification
6.2%
High School or GED
3.0%
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 Illinois
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%