Substitute School Nurse

Substitute School Nurse Job ID: 5400282 Application Deadline: Posted until filled Posted: Oct 08, 2025 4:00 AM (UTC) Starting Date: To Be Determined Position Title: School Nurse (BSN/RN) Location: District Assigned School Job Group: Teacher Reports To: Principal Summary: Assesses the needs of students requiring the services of a registered nurse. Prepares health care plans, supervises the implementation of required health care procedures, and administers medication according to established protocols. Provides health services to students and maintains student records for all such services. Provides health‑related programs to students and staff. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Organizes, administers, educates and manages school health services in compliance with State and Federal laws as well as district policies and procedures, consistent with the Standard of Practice: School Health Services Manual and other established practices. Assesses and attends to student health complaints as needed, ensuring that parent/guardian is notified in the event of illness or injury, according to district protocols. Provides health counseling to students, parents/guardians, and school personnel. Develops individualized health plans for students requiring health care intervention during school activities. Plans and coordinates communicable disease control procedures, advises regarding school exclusion and re‑admittance of students in connection with infectious and contagious diseases. Provides content expertise, training, and mandated screening programs for students and staff. Serves as liaison for healthcare providers, parents/guardians, and staff on health needs of students. Maintains appropriate and necessary health records on student immunizations, medication use, screenings, daily logs, and annual reports. Consults with parents/guardians, school personnel, physicians, clinics, and other agencies on student health matters. Participates in parent meetings and may case manage 504 plans, as appropriate. Administers medication and treatment prescribed by physicians and administers non‑prescription medication, as requested by parents/guardians. Ensures follow‑up of physician orders for appropriate students. Assumes authority, in the absence of a physician, for the care of a student who has suffered an injury or emergency illness, administering first aid in accordance with established procedures. Assists School Administration by collaborating on the development of Individual Educational Plans (IEPs). Develops and monitors the school’s Health Service Budget. Consults with school personnel on the physical and psychological safety of students and staff, and on matters of child abuse reporting and support, as per school policy and state laws. Interprets the medical needs or special health requirements of students to assist administrators, educators, and staff. Keeps current on trends, developments, and research in school nursing, communicable disease, health education, and wellness; attends professional meetings and networks with other health and education professionals. May perform other related duties as assigned. May oversee the work of an associate nurse, LPN, LNA, or health assistant. Assists administration in establishing and maintaining school‑based discipline and a positive learning environment. General Responsibilities May oversee the work of an associate nurse, LPN, LNA, or health assistant. Assists administration in establishing and maintaining school‑based discipline and a positive learning environment. Must work collaboratively in a team environment. Qualifications Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in nursing from a program accredited by the National League for Nursing (NLN) or the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE); preferred year or more experience in a school setting; completion of educational orientation program through the Vermont Agency of Education; experience with special needs students. Certifications & Licenses: Current, unencumbered Vermont RN license; current certificates in CPR AED and First Aid; four years of clinical nursing experience beyond nursing education; valid Vermont Teaching License with appropriate school nurse endorsement. Skills: Strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills; attention to detail; adaptability; ability to develop plans, manage budgets, advise on health education, and work with special education regulations; ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from students, parents, staff, and community. Physical & Emotional Demands Frequently required to stand, sit, talk, hear, and sometimes walk; may occasionally push or lift up to 45 pounds; requires close vision to read materials and manual dexterity for technology assignments. Must manage deadlines, multiple demands, and interact with public and staff. Terms of Employment Per Master Agreement. Job Requirements At least 1 year(s) of relevant experience preferred. Bachelor degree preferred. Citizenship, residency or work visa required. Contact Information Sarah Pineda, District Nurse Email: View email address on click.appcast.io #J-18808-Ljbffr