Long-Term Substitute School Nurse (RN)

Region One School District; Cornwall (CT); On-site; USD 72,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Region One School District seeks a compassionate school nurse to serve as a long-term substitute at Cornwall Consolidated School. The RN will support students’ health, safety, and well-being, responding to medical needs and coordinating care with families and staff.

The position follows the school calendar with hours 8:15 a.m.–3:00 p.m. Start Feb 17, 2027; end May 26, 2027. Requires CT RN license, CPR, and at least one year of nursing experience.

Qualifications

• One year of nursing experience within the past five years preferred.
• Strong assessment, communication, collaboration, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional nursing care and emergency medical treatment to students and staff.
• Assess student health concerns and develop appropriate nursing interventions.
• Administer medications and treatments per physician orders and policy.
• Develop and monitor individualized healthcare plans and emergency care plans.
• Maintain health records and required state documentation.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Communication

Collaboration

Education

Connecticut RN license

CPR certification

Job description

• Position Type: Student Support Services/ School Nurse
• Date Posted: 10/13/2026
• Location: Cornwall Consolidated School
• Date Available: 02/17/2027
• Closing Date: When Filled

Position: Long-Term Substitute School Nurse (RN)
Location: Cornwall Consolidated School, West Cornwall, CTApproximate Start/End Date: February 17, 2027 - May 26, 2027Duration: Approximately 60 school days

Make a Difference Every Day

Regional School District No. 1 seeks a compassionate, collaborative, student-centered Registered Nurse to join our school community as a long-term substitute. School nurses play a vital role in supporting students' health, safety, and well-being, helping them remain healthy, engaged, and ready to learn.

Working closely with administrators, educators, families, healthcare providers, and community partners, the School Nurse provides professional nursing services, promotes healthy school environments, responds to medical emergencies, and coordinates care for students with acute and chronic health needs.

This position follows the school calendar, offering an excellent work-life balance while providing the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on students every day.

Qualifications:

Applicants must:

• Hold a current Connecticut Registered Nurse (RN) license.
• Meet the qualifications for a Connecticut school nurse under applicable Connecticut statutes and regulations.
• Hold current CPR certification.
• Have at least one year of nursing experience within the past five years; experience in pediatric, adolescent, community, or public health nursing is preferred.
• Demonstrate strong assessment, communication, collaboration, and organizational skills.

Primary Responsibilities:

The School Nurse will:

• Provide professional nursing care and emergency medical treatment to students and staff.
• Assess student health concerns and develop appropriate nursing interventions.
• Administer medications and treatments in accordance with physician orders, state law, and Board of Education policy.
• Develop, implement, and monitor individualized healthcare plans and emergency care plans.
• Maintain accurate student health records and required state documentation, including immunization and health compliance records.
• Collaborate with families, physicians, school personnel, and community agencies to support student health needs.
• Participate in Planning and Placement Team (PPT) meetings and other multidisciplinary teams as appropriate.
• Provide health education, training, and consultation to students and staff.
• Monitor communicable diseases and assist with infection prevention and public health reporting.
• Support the District's wellness initiatives, school safety, and crisis response efforts.
• Perform other school health services duties as assigned.

Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:15 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Salary & Benefits:

• Salary: $36.00 per hour.
• Professional, collaborative, and supportive work environment
• Applicants will be screened on an ongoing basis; early applications are encouraged.
• Interviews with a possible callback.

For more information, please contact the Principal, Leanne Maguire, at 860-672-6617 or [e-mail].

Regional School District No. 1 provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.