Substitute School Nurse RN *Immediate Hire!*

Substitute School Nurse
Position Purpose: To promote health and safety in the school environment and provide health services to students, faculty and staff; to assist with the teaching of sound health practices.
Essential Functions:
Reports to the office upon arrival at school
Checks for messages or materials requiring immediate attention
Requests clarification of school rules and procedures if necessary
Arrives in the Nurse's Office on schedule to greet students and remains in the assigned area classroom so that students are effectively supervised
Maintains the established routines and procedures of the school nurse's office
Supports the other school nurses
Provides emergency care in case of sudden illness and administers first-aid in case of injury to students or staff according to established policies and procedures
Notifies Principal or his/her designee to arrange for immediate examination of any pupil who appears to be under the influence of alcohol or other drugs
Performs other duties within the scope of his/her employment and certification as may be assigned
Equipment:
~ Uses standard office equipment such as personal computers, printer, copy and fax machines, and telephone

Travel Requirements:
~ Travels to school district buildings and professional meetings as required

Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards:
~ Works in standard office and school building environments

Qualifications Profile:
Valid New Jersey School Nurse Substitute Certificate
Demonstrated expertise in school health nursing practice and emergency procedures
Knowledge of child growth and development, community and family dynamics, current health issues and wellness education
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Knowledge of community health and social services resources and ability to communicate effectively with nonschool health professionals and social service agencies
Required criminal history background check and proof of U.S. citizenship or legal resident alien status
Education:
Must have RN License
Experience Successful prior substitute nursing experience for the appropriate grade level preferred
Atlantic County Institute of Technology