SUBSTITUTE SCHOOL HEALTH NURSE

Substitute School Nurse

William Penn Charter School is an all-gender, Quaker, coeducational, pre-K-12 independent, day school in the East Falls neighborhood of Philadelphia. Established in 1689 by William Penn and members of the Religious Society of Friends, Penn Charter is a community guided by Quaker testimonies and the central belief that there is "that of God" in every person. A school community that honors difference, Penn Charter seeks to be a place where diversity is understood, represented and valued. Our curriculum embraces a plurality of cultures and celebrates an array of voices, instilling in us a deeper understanding and empathy for individuals in this community and the world.

As our mission states, we value scholarship and inquiry. With excellence as our standard, we challenge students in a vigorous program of academics, arts and athletics. Through global connections, civic engagement and a focus on environmental sustainability, we inspire students to be thinkers, collaborators, innovators and leaders. The Health Office is seen as an integral part of the educational student support program by promoting health and wellness and attending to the daily health needs of students. The Health Office provides quality care stemming from our core values and practices as a Quaker institution.

William Penn Charter School seeks Substitute School Nurses to begin in the 2026-2027 academic year. The Substitute School Nurse provides nursing coverage on an as needed basis to support the health office during the academic school day. This includes providing episodic nursing care, emergency care, health promotion, and prevention education for grades pre-K through 12.

Support and implement policies and procedures relating to nursing services

Apply federal and state laws and regulations pertinent to school nursing services

Apply confidentiality and privacy laws (HIPAA/FERPA) to nursing services.

Maintain electronic records and documentation to comply with school policies and applicable laws and regulations

Administer nursing care, basic first aid, and emergency response

Coordinate health care services between students and family

Perform organizational and administrative tasks associated with the Health Office

Administer approved prescription and non-prescription medications according to PA Nurse practice standards and PC standing orders

Safely secure all medication within the Health Office

Communicate with athletic trainers regarding health issues with students as needed

Assist with yearly health appraisals of students in grades K-5 in vision, hearing, weight/height

Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and social justice both in their approach to the work and in building relationships with students and other community members

Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws and regulations regarding school health, illness/injury prevention, and other areas under the responsibility

Knowledge and ability to implement all Health Office protocols and policies

Flexible approach and ability to organize multiple tasks, meeting office demands

Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with internal and external members of the Penn Charter community

Proficient use of computer software applications

Must be able to carry, pull, push, and lift equipment necessary for care

Current license in Pennsylvania as a registered nurse

Experience in school or pediatric nursing

Able to make accurate decisions about medical/nursing priorities

Able to determine when intervention from other health care professionals is necessary and/or emergency transport to the hospital is required

Typical academic school day hours are 7:45 am-3:00 pm, but the schedule and/or responsibilities may fluctuate.

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