Substitute Nurse

Job Description

Job Description

Who we are?

Ethical Culture Fieldston School is a progressive PreK-12 independent school that has been serving students from throughout New York City and the surrounding suburbs since 1878. ECFS offers a rich curriculum in the arts, sciences, and humanities. A co-ed, nonsectarian school, it serves an inclusive community of about 1,700 students on two campuses -- one in the Riverdale section of the Bronx and the other in Manhattan.

What is essential about working at our school?

The Ethical Culture Fieldston School has a long history of inclusion and belonging deeply rooted in our mission and the educational philosophy of our founder, Felix Adler. We embrace all aspects of an individual, including their ancestry, family, identity, culture, and beliefs. We affirm both our differences and commonalities and strive to balance individuality and community. In keeping with our progressive tradition, we are dedicated to increasing our students’ cultural literacy to help them understand multiple perspectives and see the world beyond the self. 

We expect members of our community to engage in open dialogue about living and learning in an inclusive environment inside and outside the classroom. We see this work, with its creative tensions, as a catalyst for individual and collective growth. On a daily basis, we are committed to making this vision of a democratic, pluralistic, and progressive school a reality. 

Position Summary

The ideal candidate is knowledgeable about best practices and will comply with established procedures and protocols in caring for students with chronic and acute illnesses, as well as injuries and illnesses that arise during the school day. In addition, the substitute nurse will communicate as needed with families, administrative staff, school psychologists, athletic trainers, registered dietitians, and fellow nurses.

The hiring rate for this role is $56.65 per hour.

Responsibilities:

• Provide routine and emergency treatment, monitoring, and care for student-patients in the nurse's office; 

• Administer routine and emergency medications to students with comprehensive documentation;

• Communicate pertinent medical and health information to families;

• Refer students and families for appropriate follow-up medical care and partner with families on ongoing issues;

• Maintain and review virtual health forms, including physicals, eye examinations, consent forms, and immunization records, if needed;

• Ensure compliance with established procedures and protocols; 

• Understand child abuse and maltreatment reporting requirements and processes;

• Administrative work including answering phone calls and emails, maintaining paperwork and treatment/clinical notes, and communicating with the Main Office on attendance matters;

• Ensuring confidentiality of student information as necessary;

• Maintaining compliance with all school policies, state regulations, and educational standards; and

• Performing other related projects and duties as needed and assigned.

Position Requirements

The successful incumbent will possess:

• 3-5 years of nursing or pre-hospital care experience, preferably in school nursing;

• Experience with electronic health records management systems;

• Exceptional communication skills;

• An appreciation for the uniqueness of 4- to 17-year-olds.

• A commitment to cultural competency and to fostering an inclusive environment that supports students of all backgrounds;

• Excellent verbal, written, and oral communication skills; 

• A positive attitude and the ability to listen effectively and be receptive to feedback; 

• The ability to manage time effectively, stay organized, and prioritize required tasks; 

• Reliability, punctuality, and consistent attendance; and

• The ability to cultivate a welcoming culture in which all members of our community feel valued and appreciated.

Required:

• Current New York State RN License;

• Current certification in AHA or equivalent CPR/AED;

• BSN nursing degree from an accredited college or university;

• Strong clinical assessment and treatment skills.

To apply
All candidates should visit our employment page at  to apply. Please send a letter of interest, a resume, and contact information for three references. 

EEO
ECFS is an equal opportunity employer. We seek to be a welcoming community of professionals that broadly reflects the people of the metropolitan New York City area, our students, and families. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion or religious practices, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, citizenship status, national origin, age, ability status, military status, unemployment status or any other category protected by applicable local, state, or federal laws. We are committed to hiring practices that ensure all candidates are given fair consideration in alignment with our institutional mission and goals.