RN Substitute School Nurse — K-12 Health & Care

Providence Country Day; Rhode Island; On-site; USD 39,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

Providence Country Day School is seeking a Substitute School Nurse to cover the School Health Office as needed. The RN will promote student health and safety from Pre-K through Grade 12, provide nursing care, respond to emergencies, administer medications, and support students with chronic conditions.

The candidate should be flexible, adaptable, and able to work independently in a busy school setting with diverse ages and health needs.

Qualifications

• Current RN license in Rhode Island, in good standing.
• Pediatric or school nursing experience preferred.
• Current CPR/AED certification.
• Knowledge of medication administration and emergency response.
• Strong assessment, communication, organizational, and documentation skills.
• Ability to exercise sound clinical judgment in emergencies.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing assessment, first aid, and care for ill or injured students during the school day.
• Respond to medical emergencies in accordance with school protocols.
• Administer medications per provider orders and school policies.
• Monitor students with chronic health conditions (diabetes, seizures, asthma, allergies).
• Follow healthcare and emergency action plans and nursing protocols.
• Communicate with parents, faculty, and administrators about health concerns.

Skills

Assessment skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Documentation skills

Calm under pressure

Education

RN license (RI)

Tools

CPR/AED certification

Job description

Providence Country Day School is seeking a Substitute School Nurse to cover the School Health Office as needed. The RN will promote student health and safety from Pre-K through Grade 12, provide nursing care, respond to emergencies, administer medications, and support students with chronic conditions.

The candidate should be flexible, adaptable, and able to work independently in a busy school setting with diverse ages and health needs.