Nurse Substitute YLA

State of South Carolina; Clemson (SC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid vacation

Flexible work schedules

Telecommuting

Job summary

State of South Carolina is seeking a school nurse substitute in a school setting. You must be a registered professional nurse to strengthen and protect the health status of children and support their learning.

The role emphasizes illness prevention, early detection and correction of health problems, with other duties as assigned to ensure a safe, healthy school environment for students.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited school of nursing.

Responsibilities

• Assist sick children in the nurse's office and communicate with parents and staff.
• Provide classroom medical support and orient staff on medical procedures.
• Review health records and advise school personnel on health-related safety.

Skills

RN Certification

School Nursing

Communication

Health Assessment

Education

Nursing degree

RN Certification

Job description

Job Summary

The school nurse substitute is a registered professional nurse certified, working in the school setting who strengthens and facilitates the educational process by improving and protecting the health status of children. The major focus of school nursing services is the prevention of illness and disability and the early detection and correction of health problems. Other duties as assigned.

Job Responsibilities

Job Summary

The school nurse substitute is a registered professional nurse certified, working in the school setting who strengthens and facilitates the educational process by improving and protecting the health status of children. The major focus of school nursing services is the prevention of illness and disability and the early detection and correction of health problems. Other duties as assigned.

Job Duties

75% - Nursing

Assists with sick children when they visit the nurses office throughout the school day. Communicates with parents and staff as needed. Keep a daily log to list those students who visit the nurse's office, or need special attention. Review students' health records and inform school personnel of special health problems, possible school safety hazards. Provides comfortable and supporting learning environment for students.

25% - Classroom Medical Support

Serves as a resource person to school personnel. Participates selectively in classroom instruction under the supervision of the teacher. Orient the staff and teach specific medical procedures for the evaluation and maintenance of the medical involved student in the classroom. Participate in school functions scheduled for the day of work.

Minimum Requirements

Minimum and Additional Requirements

Graduation from an accredited school of nursing.

Benefits For State Employees

The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.

Insurance Benefits

Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.

Retirement Benefits

State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.

Workplace Benefits

State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.

Note:

The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.