Substitute Nurse (3325, 3326)

id='p5302_'>Substitute Nurse (3325, 3326) JobID: 5302

Position Type:

Student Support Services/School Nurse

Date Posted:

8/17/2026

Location:

Multi School

Date Available:

OPEN

Closing Date:

Open Until Filled

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This position begins with the 2026-2027 school year.

Reports to: Director of Student Services

Position Objective:

• To collect data and collaborate in assessment, screening, planning, intervention, evaluation, counseling, management and/or referrals concerning the health and medical care needs of students for the purpose of minimizing absences due to illness, maximizing educational opportunities, and creating a healthy school climate.

Essential Functions:

• Provides direct professional nursing services to students which include but may not be limited to: naso-tracheo suctioning, tracheotomy care, gastric tube care and feedings, urinary tract catheterization, medication administration, assisting and implementing health care plans, and implementing emergency health plans when needed
• Administers medication and/or assists with self administration of medications following district policy
• Uses clinical judgment to determine a medical issue and provide care for ill or injured students
• Consults with District nurse regarding any unusual or difficult situations
• Assists in the preparation and delivery of the education program under the supervision of, and as directed by the assigned staff member
• Assists in the direct supervision of students under the supervision, of and as directed by, the assigned staff member as necessary and directed
• Establishes and maintains effective relationships with students and staff
• Maintains medical equipment and supplies as appropriate
• Demonstrates cooperation, openness for growth and willingness to contribute to a team approach to the educational program
• Participates in general staff meetings, training programs and in-service sessions as required
• Communicates effectively with school nurse, special education teacher, and family/guardian regarding health information as necessary
• Responsible for documenting pertinent health information and facilitating accommodations as required to meet the medical needs of the student

Additional Functions:

• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license required. Registered Nurse license preferred
• Current certification in Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)

Competencies:

• Knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, symptoms, diagnoses, treatments, first aid, illnesses and injuries, nutrition, and related areas
• Ability to convey appropriate medical information to school district staff or medical professionals to ensure a proper maintenance in the school setting
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide, and perform arithmetic operations as needed for position
• Ability to understand, apply and use personal computers and software applications (e.g., Word, Excel, PowerPoint, the Internet, Outlook, electronic mail)
• Ability to problem solve job-related issues
• Ability to work with a diverse group of individuals and students with special needs
• Ability to follow oral and written orders from supervisors, administrators, physicians, and to coordinate work with principal, teachers and others
• Ability to describe orally and in writing school health services provided, issues and concerns regarding school health
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with students, staff and others contacted in the course of work

Working conditions

• Mental Demands: calculating, comparing, evaluation, interpreting, organizing, consulting, analyzing, planning, documenting, specifying, coordinating, implementing, and presenting
• Physical Demands: bending, stooping, kneeling, twisting, reaching, sitting for prolonged periods of time, standing, walking, lifting, finger dexterity, grasping, repetitive motions, talking, hearing and visual acuity
• Environmental Conditions: The work is performed primarily indoors; however, outside work is required on occasion. Travel between buildings may be a requirement