School RN's

Does anyone know what's involved in working for a school district as an RN? I live in Lake County and would like to know salaries, job outlook, schedules (work during summers???).

Thanks.

To be a bona fide school nurse in Illinois, my understanding is that you have to have a Type 73 certification. This requires a BSN and some masters level courses. You can work in a school health office as an ADN/R.N, but you will not be able to function in the same capacity as a certified school nurse, which probably translates to lower salary.

I've worked as a "Health Technician" in an Illinois school district with nothing more than advanced first aid and CPR certification (I also have a bachelor's degree in a non-medical field, but I don't think that was required). The certified school nurse came in once or twice a week to review cases, handle meetings with parents, and complete paperworks, and I dealt with the students on an everyday basis. The pay was approximately $13 an hour.

Maybe others will offer clarification. Also, you're a second semester CLC student, right? You'll have clinicals at Sedol this semester, which will give you a perfect opportunity to get this information first hand.