Certified Nursing Assistant

Harvard Community Unit School District 50 Central Administrative Center - Harvard, Illinois Open in Google Maps

Job : 5434233
Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled
Re-Posted: Jan 07, 2026 6:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date: Immediately

Job Title: Certified Nursing Assistant

Job Summary: The Certified Nursing Assistant provides quality, confidential health services to the district and assures smooth and efficient operation of the health office to maximize the positive impact on the education of children.

Qualifications: Active Illinois Certified Nursing Assistant Certification.

Evaluation: Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with the provisions of the Board’s policy on Evaluation of Staff.

Reports to: Certified School Nurse.

Terms of Employment: This is a full-time, 9-month position covered under the Collective Bargaining Agreement in the Health Services Category. Compensation is hourly, with pay and benefits determined by the Board of Education.

Compensation and Benefits: We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support our employees' personal and professional well-being. Fifteen paid sick days and two paid personal days annually. Employees benefit from tuition reimbursement and Board contributions to major medical, dental, and vision insurance. Additional perks include 100% Board-paid term life insurance and access to an Employee Assistance Plan. To promote continuous growth, we provide extensive professional development opportunities, ensuring a supportive and enriching environment for our team members.

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

• Focuses on customer service, creating a positive climate of respect and trust.
• Participates in developing department goals, objectives, and systems.
• Assists in development and implementation of district policies and procedures.
• Participates in administrative training and meetings, departmental staff meetings, District committees, seminars, conferences, CPR, CNA, etc.
• Supports all members of the building in maintaining the electronic personnel record system and ensures compliance with State regulations.
• Maintains strong communication with employees.
• Receives and responds to emails, written correspondence, and telephone inquiries in a timely manner.
• Makes recommendations for continuous improvement in the efficiency of department and services performed.
• Researches and stays current on regulations, policies, and procedures that pertain to school health.
• Demonstrates appropriate medical knowledge and skill in certified nursing assistant techniques.
• Plans and implements direct nursing care for both individuals and groups of students, integrated with the school program.
• Assists in gathering data requested for various plans including but not limited to, 504s, IEPs, and individual health plans.
• Tracks referrals for the hearing and conservation program.
• Appropriately administers treatments, medication, and care to students, staff and building guests.
• Organizes physical space and maintains a hygienic environment.
• Promotes wellness through modeling, creating, and implementing wellness programs.
• Communicates with staff, parents, and the community in a respectful and professional manner.
• Ensures the confidentiality of student records and school information.
• Performs other duties and responsibilities as determined by the principal or designee or as needs arise.

• Must demonstrate a positive attitude toward work assignments
• Must maintain positive and respectful relationships with other employees and the general public
• Must demonstrate a record of effectiveness in their work
• Must have excellent planning and organization skills
• Must have the ability to work collaboratively with others
• Must model a desire and willingness to continually learn
• Must be able to perform several tasks concurrently under varying deadlines
• Must be able to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing including clear, polite telephone communication skills
• Must be able to work efficiently under minimum supervision

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