School Nurse, LPN or RN Substitute

Covington Independent Public Schools; San Jacinto (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Part time

Job summary

Covington Independent Public School District is seeking a substitute School Nurse (LPN or RN) for districtwide coverage. The role involves administering first aid, conducting health screenings, maintaining student medical records, and coordinating with health services and families.

Responsibilities include referrals, medication administration under physician guidance, health surveillance, and collaboration with health agencies to support student wellbeing.

Qualifications

• Any combination equivalent to graduation as a Licensed Practical Nurse or Registered Nurse.
• Current license (L.P.N. or R.N.) in the State of Kentucky or proof of temporary work permit from Kentucky Board of Nursing.
• Two or Four year degree from an accredited university.
• Valid Kentucky driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Administer CPR, first aid or nursing care for accidents, seizures, preventive medicine and other educational related medical problems to students and staff as needed.
• Conduct height, weight, vision, hearing, scoliosis and other health screenings as required.
• Refer students to appropriate personnel and resources and follow up as necessary.
• Maintain health records and medical logs; update immunization and student records; submit periodical medical reports as required.
• Dispense and retain medication and provide medical treatment per physician’s instructions within district guidelines.
• Communicate with community health agencies to exchange information and obtain student needs such as medications and aids.
• Provide information and recommendations to principals, substitutes, teachers and parents regarding health issues of students.
• Make home visits to support student health needs.
• Maintain stock of first aid supplies and ensure equipment is in proper condition.

Skills

First aid

CPR

Nursing practices

Health screenings

Oral and written communication

Record-keeping

Interpersonal skills

Health and safety regulations

Education

LPN or RN license

Two or Four year degree

Valid Kentucky driver’s license

Job description

• Position Type:
  Student Support Services/ School Nurse
• Date Posted:
  8/17/2026
• Location:
  District Wide

COVINGTON INDEPENDENT PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT

POSITION VACANCY

POSITION: SCHOOL NURSE, L.P.N. or R.N. – SUBSTITUTE

SCHOOL/PROGRAM: DISTRICTWIDE

DATE POSTED:

APPLICATION DEADLINE: POSITION WILL BE FILLED AS SOON AS POSSIBLE

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Any combination equivalent to: graduation as a Licensed Practical Nurse or Registered Nurse.
• Current license (L.P.N. or R.N.) in the State of Kentucky or proof of temporary work permit from Kentucky Board of Nursing.
• Two or Four year degree from an accredited university.
• Valid Kentucky driver's license.

KNOWLEDGE OF:

• First aid, CPR and nursing practices and procedures.
• Various health-screening practices, procedures and techniques.
• Oral and written communication skills.
• Record-keeping techniques.
• Policies and objective of assigned program and activities.
• Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy.
• Health and safety regulations.
• Contagious diseases.

ABILITY TO:

• Administer first aid according to established procedures.
• Conduct variety of health screenings.
• Prepare and maintain accurate student medical records.
• Make referrals and perform follow-up.
• Maintain medical equipment in proper working condition.
• Understand and follow written prescriptions.
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.
• Maintain current knowledge of technological advances in the field.
• Complete work with many interruptions.
• Determine appropriate action within clearly defined guidelines.
• Observe health and safety regulations.

JOB GOAL:

• Administer first aid according to established procedures; conduct a variety of health screenings; prepare and maintain accurate student medical records.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Administer CPR, first aid or nursing care for accidents, seizures, preventive medicine and other educational related medical problems to students and school employees as needed.
• Conducts height, weight, vision, hearing, scoliosis and other health screenings as required; and observes students on a regular basis to detect health needs.
• Refers students to appropriate personnel, resources or clinics and follows-up as necessary.
• Maintains health records and medical logs; updates immunization and student records as needed; prepares and submits periodical medical reports for appropriate organizations or District personnel and assures compliance with established laws and regulations.
• Dispenses and retains medication and performs medical treatment in accordance with physician's instructions within District guidelines.
• Communicates with various community health agencies and civic organizations to exchange information, and obtains student needs such as medication, glasses, hearing aids and clothing as needed.
• Provides information and makes recommendations to principals, substitutes, teachers and parents regarding health issues of students.
• Makes home visits as requested in order to support student health needs.
• Maintains stock of first aid supplies; assures medical equipment is in proper working condition; order supplies and equipment as needed.
• Participates in screening for health defects and sanitary conditions in schools.
• Maintains current knowledge of medical advances and information, public health issues and treatment procedures.
• Attends committee meetings and conferences regarding health service and health curriculum.
• Completes work with many interruptions.
• Participates in in-service training programs.
• Performs other assignments consistent with the position assigned as may be requested by the immediate supervisor and/or Superintendent of Schools.

RESPONSIBLE TO: Health Service Coordinator

CONTRACT: Substitute – as needed

SALARY: $21.80/hourly @ 0 Experience – LPN
$29.20/hourly @ 0 Experience – RN
$33.00/hourly @ 0 Experience – RN-BSN