Substitute School Nurse
Arlington Community Schools•Arlington, TN
•Onsite
About The Position
A Substitute School Nurse provides temporary nursing coverage when the regular school nurse is absent. The substitute nurse delivers health services to students, manages the school clinic, administers medications, and responds to injuries or illnesses while following the Guidelines for Use of Healthcare Professionals and Healthcare Procedures in a School Setting and Arlington Community Schools district policies. The role supports student health, safety, and attendance to promote academic success.
Requirements
- Must hold an active and unencumbered Registered Nurse License for the State of Tennessee
- Minimum three years clinical experience, school nurse experience preferred
- Current American Heart Association CPR/BLS certification
- Excellent communication skills
- Knowledge of pediatric care and emergency response
- Ability to maintain accurate records and follow health regulations
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor's Degree or higher preferred
- Experience in pediatric, public health, or school nursing preferred
Responsibilities
- Provide first aid, emergency care, and illness assessment for students
- Assess student complaints and determine appropriate treatment or referral
- Monitor and care for students with acute or chronic health conditions
- Promote a safe and healthy school environment
- Administers medications and treatments according to physician orders and district policy
- Monitor students taking medication during the school day
- May perform nursing procedures such as: Blood glucose monitoring, insulin injections, insulin pump management, tube feedings, nebulizer treatments, catheterization, tracheal suctioning, ventilator care
- Provide health education and anticipatory guidance to students
- Communicate with parents, teachers, administrators, and healthcare providers
- Refer students to medical care when necessary
- Maintain and update student health records and clinic documentation
- Document injuries, treatments, and parental notifications
- Maintain confidentiality according to FERPA and HIPAA regulations
- Follow Individual Health Plans (IHPs) and emergency action plans
- Performs other duties as assigned by the Superintendent, Principal, Coordinated School Health Nurse Supervisor
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Number of Employees
101-250 employees
