Substitute Nurse (2026-27)
About The Position
In the absence of the District Nurse, Health Clinic Nurse or Educational Aide assigned to the clinic, a substitute nurse will meet the qualifications and perform the duties listed below. This role requires extensive knowledge of normal growth and development, the ability to access pharmacology information and community health resources, and training/experience in behavioral management techniques. The substitute nurse will participate in the planning, delivery, and improvement of program services, uphold board policies, and promote a professional image of the school district. Key responsibilities include assisting sick and injured students, administering first aid, evaluating health concerns, recommending medical referrals, and helping students manage medical conditions. The role also involves maintaining accurate records, consulting with staff and families, and initiating referrals to community resources as needed. Confidentiality and safety are paramount, including reporting suspected child abuse or neglect.
Requirements
- Valid state department of education license/certificate appropriate for the position.
- Meets all mandated health requirements.
- A record free of criminal violations that would prohibit public school employment.
- Complies with drug-free workplace rules and board policies.
- Keeps current with technology and other workplace innovations that support job functions.
- Extensive knowledge of normal growth and development.
- Ability to access pharmacology information and community health resources appropriate to the needs of students.
- Training and/or experience in behavioral management techniques.
- Acts in accordance with the professional code of ethics.
- Demonstrates professionalism and contributes to a positive work environment.
- Acknowledges personal responsibility for decisions and conduct.
- Organizes tasks and manages time effectively.
- Meets deadlines despite time constraints.
- Skillfully manages individual, group, and organizational interactions.
- Effectively uses listening, observation, reading, verbal, nonverbal, and writing skills.
- Averts problem situations and intervenes to resolve conflicts.
- Exhibits consistency, resourcefulness, and resilience.
- Uses diplomacy and exercises self-control when dealing with other individuals.
- Maintains an acceptable attendance record and is punctual.
Responsibilities
- Participates and carries out the effective planning, delivery, and ongoing improvement of program services.
- Helps ensure that district policies/procedures support non-biased assessment/planning activities.
- Upholds board policies and follows administrative guidelines/procedures.
- Promotes a professional image of the school district.
- Encourages community partnerships that enhance district programs.
- Promotes effective communications and assistance.
- Uses problem-solving techniques to tactfully address questions/concerns.
- Refers policy interpretation inquiries to administrative staff.
- Consults with school district nurse and building staff to identify ongoing/emerging health service needs of students.
- Helps identify safety and health hazards.
- Provides feedback on policy and administrative procedure revisions based upon professional guidelines and standards.
- Provides assistance to sick and injured students.
- Administers first aid.
- Investigates and documents injuries.
- Ensures the accuracy of records.
- Notifies school district nurse if squad is called.
- Evaluates visual, hearing, or other student health concerns.
- Recommends medical referrals.
- Helps students monitor and manage acute/chronic medical conditions as needed.
- Upholds the student conduct code.
- Maintains high expectations for behavior and performance.
- Consults with staff and families to address student concerns (e.g., excessive absences, at-risk behavior, mental/physical health, family/peer relations, etc.).
- Initiates referrals to community resources as needed (e.g., legal, health, welfare, etc.).
- Maintains accurate records and submits required data on time to school district nurse.
- Consults with parents as needed (e.g., phone calls, notes, meetings, etc.).
- Respects personal privacy.
- Maintains the confidentiality of privileged information.
- Promotes the proper use, care, and security of school property.
- Takes precautions to ensure safety.
- Monitors situations that may indicate a problem.
- Provides appropriate student supervision.
- Works with supervisors to manage or eliminate risk factors.
- Reports suspected child abuse and/or neglect to civil authorities as required by law.
- Strives to develop rapport and serves as a positive role model for others.
- Maintains a professional appearance.
- Wears work attire appropriate for the position.
- Performs other specific job-related duties as directed.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
