Flexible Substitute School Nurse (RN/LPN) — As-Needed

Knobnoster; Missouri; On-site; USD 25,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Knob Noster R-VIII School District is seeking qualified Substitute School Nurses to provide health services when the regular nurse is unavailable. This role involves basic nursing care, medication administration, emergency response, and maintaining health records.

You'll support students with health plans, ensure confidentiality, and collaborate with staff across district buildings. Substitute shifts are as-needed, offering flexible scheduling within a supportive district health team.

Qualifications

• Current Missouri nursing license in good standing.
• RN preferred; LPN will be considered; CPR/AED certification preferred.
• Ability to respond calmly and effectively to student illnesses, injuries, and medical emergencies.
• Strong communication, organization, and documentation skills.
• Maintain confidentiality and work effectively with students, families, and school staff.

Responsibilities

• Provides nursing care to students and staff as needed during the school day.
• Assesses student illnesses and injuries and determines appropriate care within the scope of nursing practice and district procedures.
• Administrates medications and treatments according to physician orders, parent authorization, and district policy.
• Responds to medical emergencies and follows established emergency procedures.
• Implements student health plans and emergency action plans as applicable.
• Maintains accurate and confidential student health records and documentation.
• Supports students with chronic or specialized health needs according to established plans.
• Maintains confidentiality of student health and educational information.
• Follows district health procedures and applicable state requirements.

Skills

CPR/AED certification

Communication

Documentation

Confidentiality

Emergency response

Education

Missouri nursing license (in good standing)

Job description

Knob Noster R-VIII School District is seeking qualified Substitute School Nurses to provide health services when the regular nurse is unavailable. This role involves basic nursing care, medication administration, emergency response, and maintaining health records.

You'll support students with health plans, ensure confidentiality, and collaborate with staff across district buildings. Substitute shifts are as-needed, offering flexible scheduling within a supportive district health team.