Substitute/Per-Diem School Nurse
About The Position
LREI is seeking a Substitute/Per-Diem Registered Nurse to provide as-needed coverage for children from preK through 12th grade. The nurse provides age-appropriate care, combining comfort and medical intervention for students and employees, and reports to the Health Director. The role includes school-day coverage and may include overnight student trips on select dates in October, March, and April. The hourly rate is $65 for school coverage; overnight trip rates depend on the number of days, students, and conditions managed. LREI is an independent school founded in 1921 and located in Greenwich Village. Its educational approach emphasizes academic excellence, creativity, active and experiential learning, respect for individuals, and responsibility to the community.
Requirements
- Registered Professional Nurse with a current New York State license.
- Current BLS certification.
- Bachelor's or graduate degree in nursing.
- Experience as a nurse working with children and adolescents.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- High degree of attention to detail, organization, and flexibility.
- Proficiency in basic computer operation, including Excel and G-Suite.
- Ability to guide families with wisdom, warmth, and intelligence; work cooperatively with faculty, staff, parents, and students; and maintain high professional standards.
Nice To Haves
- Experience working in a school setting.
- Magnus experience.
- Interest and availability to travel with students on overnight trips on select dates in October, March, and April.
Responsibilities
- Provide age-appropriate nursing care to children from preK through 12th grade on an as-needed basis.
- Assess and treat illnesses and injuries during the school day, and ensure visit documentation is complete and accurate.
- Administer medications daily, including conducting controlled-substance counts.
- Communicate relevant medical and health information to employees and families as necessary.
- Collaborate with the Wellness Team to coordinate, plan, execute, and evaluate health services for the student community.
- Refer families for appropriate follow-up medical care and contact families about absences and medical conditions.
- In a public health emergency, administer diagnostic testing or other interventions as permitted by licensing and the NYC Department of Health.
- Perform other responsibilities as assigned by the Director.
- Potentially travel with students on overnight trips on select dates in October, March, and April.
