Per Diem Nurse

Westtown School; Chester (Delaware County); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Westtown School seeks experienced Registered Nurses and LPNs to join our healthcare team in the Upper School Student Wellness Center. The per diem nurses provide expert nursing care, health assessments, and first aid to day and boarding students during the academic year.

Successful candidates will bring strong clinical judgment and assessment skills, with a focus on adolescent health. A collaborative, calm approach is essential in a dynamic school environment with routine and urgent health needs.

Qualifications

• Current RN or LPN license in Pennsylvania.
• 1–3 years of nursing experience, preferably in medical-surgical settings.
• Current CPR certification.
• School nursing experience is preferred.
• Interest in working with high school students.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality nursing care and health assessments for Upper School students.
• Assess health concerns and determine appropriate treatment or referral.
• Coordinate, distribute, and administer medications per school policy.
• Maintain accurate, confidential student health records and documentation.
• Collaborate with healthcare team and school staff to support student health and well-being.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Nursing judgment

Communication

Team collaboration

Adaptability

Education

PA RN license

PA LPN license

Job description

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WEST CHESTER, PA, US

Westtown School seeks experienced Registered Nurses and LPNs to join our healthcare team in the Upper School Student Wellness Center. We are seeking experienced healthcare providers available for per diem work on a variety of shifts during the academic year.

As part of a collaborative team of healthcare professionals, per diem nurses provide expert nursing care and support to our Upper School day and boarding students. Successful candidates will bring sound clinical judgment, strong assessment skills, and a genuine interest in supporting adolescents' health and well‑being. This role requires someone who is approachable, responsive, and comfortable working in a dynamic school environment where students' healthcare needs may range from routine concerns to urgent medical situations.

Westtown School is an independent, Quaker pre‑K to 12, college‑preparatory day and boarding school located in suburban West Chester, PA, approximately 30 miles from Philadelphia. On a beautiful 600‑acre campus, Westtown offers a program where our committed faculty and staff inspire and prepare our students to be stewards and leaders of a better world.

Provide high-quality nursing care, health assessments, and first aid to students in response to routine medical needs, illnesses, injuries, and urgent situations.

Assess student health concerns and determine appropriate treatment, follow‑up care, or referral to outside medical providers.

Coordinate, distribute, and administer medications in accordance with school policies and established medical protocols.

Maintain accurate, timely, and confidential student health records and documentation of all nursing care, treatments, and procedures.

Monitor and maintain medical supplies and equipment to ensure the Wellness Center is appropriately stocked and prepared.

Serve as a knowledgeable and approachable resource for students seeking support with physical health concerns and general wellness.

Communicate promptly and professionally with parents/guardians, the Dean of Students, Dorm Parents, advisers, and other school personnel regarding student healthcare needs, as appropriate.

Collaborate with members of the healthcare team and other school colleagues to support the health, safety, and well‑being of the Upper School community.

Exercise sound clinical judgment and maintain a calm, professional approach when responding to unexpected or emergency situations.

Qualifications

• Current Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license in Pennsylvania.
• One to three years of nursing experience, preferably in a medical‑surgical setting.
• Strong clinical assessment skills and the ability to recognize and respond appropriately to changing health conditions.
• Current CPR certification.
• Previous school nursing experience, particularly in an independent school or adolescent healthcare setting, is preferred.
• A genuine interest in working with high school‑aged students and an understanding of adolescent development.
• Excellent clinical judgment and the ability to respond calmly, confidently, and efficiently in urgent situations.
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Initiative, sound decision‑making, and consistent follow‑through.
• Diplomacy, tact, and discretion when handling sensitive, confidential information.
• A collaborative, team‑oriented approach and the ability to build positive, trusting relationships with students from a diverse range of backgrounds.