Per Diem Nurse

Westtown School; West Goshen Township (PA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Part time

Job summary

Westtown School seeks experienced Registered Nurses and LPNs to join our healthcare team in the Upper School Student Wellness Center for per diem shifts during the academic year.

Successful candidates will provide nursing care, health assessments, and medication management for day and boarding students, collaborating with a dedicated healthcare team.

This role requires clinical judgment, adaptability, and a genuine interest in adolescent health within a bustling school setting.

Qualifications

• Active PA RN or LPN license
• 1–3 years nursing experience, preferably in a medical-surgical setting
• CPR certification
• Experience in school nursing preferred
• Interest in adolescent health and well-being

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality nursing care and health assessments for Upper School students.
• Coordinate, administer, and document medications per policies.
• Maintain confidential student health records and update health documentation.
• Monitor medical supplies and ensure Wellness Center readiness.
• Collaborate with healthcare team and school staff to support student health and safety.
• Respond calmly to urgent medical situations and emergencies.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Communication skills

Decision making

CPR certification

Education

Active PA RN/LPN license

1–3 years nursing experience (med-surgical preferred)

Job description

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WEST CHESTER, PA, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 1643

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.