Substitute School Nurse

Substitute School Nurse

The Substitute School Nurse provides temporary nursing services to support the health and safety of students and staff during the absence of the regularly assigned school nurse. The Substitute Nurse delivers professional nursing care in accordance with Virginia Department of Education guidelines, Virginia Department of Health regulations, and applicable school division policies.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The Substitute School Nurse shall:

• Provide direct nursing care to students and staff in accordance with established medical protocols and school health policies
• Assess student health needs and respond to illnesses, injuries, and medical emergencies
• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed and authorized, in compliance with division procedures and state regulations
• Maintain accurate and confidential health records and documentation
• Communicate effectively with school administrators, parents or guardians, and healthcare providers as appropriate
• Support students with chronic health conditions including asthma, diabetes, allergies, and seizure disorders
• Implement communicable disease control measures in coordination with school administration
• Assist with health screenings and other school health initiatives as needed
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized health clinic environment
• Follow all school division policies related to safety, confidentiality, and student supervision
• Complete and sign the Brunswick County Public Schools Substitute Employee Agreement prior to accepting substitute assignments.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge of school health services, nursing practices, and emergency procedures. Ability to assess health conditions and respond appropriately in urgent situations. Strong organizational and documentation skills. Effective communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise professional judgment. Ability to work collaboratively with students, families, and school staff.

Minimum Qualifications

Current Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse license issued by the Commonwealth of Virginia. Current CPR and First Aid certification. Prior experience in school nursing or pediatric care preferred.

Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here represent those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform basic functions. Duties are normally performed in a school/classroom environment.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Brunswick County Public Schools is committed to a policy of non-discrimination based upon race, color, national origin, religion, sex, disability, and age in the administration of any of its educational programs, activities, or with respect to employment. Inquiries should be directed to Brunswick County Public Schools, Human Resources Department.