School Nurse-Substitute

Fort Madison Community School District; Fort Madison (IA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Fort Madison Community School District is seeking a Substitute School Nurse to provide temporary health services for students and staff when the regular nurse is unavailable. You will implement health programs and emergency procedures according to Iowa guidelines and district policies.

This on-call role requires current Iowa RN or LPN licensure, CPR/BLS and First Aid certification, and Mandatory Reporter certification. Experience in school nursing is preferred.

Qualifications

• Current Iowa Board Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse with valid Iowa licensure.
• Current CPR/BLS and First Aid Certification
• Mandatory Reporter Certification
• Experience in school nursing, pediatric, or public health preferred.

Responsibilities

• Upholds district health policies and confidentiality.
• Maintains confidential health records per FERPA and HIPAA.
• Provides first aid and emergency care when needed.
• Administers medication per physician orders and district policy.
• Communicates health needs to administration, parents/guardians and staff as needed.
• Supervises health service delivery by non-licensed personnel when applicable.

Skills

CPR/BLS Certification

First Aid Certification

Mandatory Reporter Certification

School nursing experience

Education

Iowa RN license or LPN license

Job description

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

The Substitute School Nurse provides temporary health services to students and staff in the absence of the regular school nurse. The position ensures that school health programs and emergency procedures are implemented according to Iowa Department of Education and Department of Public Health guidelines.

Requirements

• Current Iowa Board Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse with valid Iowa licensure
• Current CPR/BLS and First Aid Certification
• Mandatory Reporter Certification
• Experience in school nursing, pediatric, or public health preferred

Responsibilities

• Upholds school district health policies related to student health, safety, and confidentiality.
• Maintains accurate and complete confidential health records in compliance with FERPA and HIPAA.
• Monitors specific health conditions, which can have an impact on learning.
• Follows the Individual Health Plan to assist all school staff in meeting student's health needs.
• Follows the plan of care and health needs of Health plans are listed in the nurse binder with student health files.
• Monitors for outbreaks of infectious and or communicable Works with appropriate public health agencies when necessary.
• Provides first aid and emergency care when needed.
• Follow district protocols for accident, injury, and illness documentation.
• Administers medication listed by school nurse and documented on the medication administration record in compliance with district policy and physician orders.
• If necessary consults with administration, parent/guardian and school personnel to keep the school informed about pertinent health problems and needs of students.
• Supervises the administration of health services by non-licensed personnel as appropriate if necessary.
• Ensure the safety and well‑being of all students by executing school emergency procedures and protocols effectively during drills and real emergencies.
• Monitors, treats employees with injuries.
• Support students' physical and emotional well‑being during the school day.
• Follows the nurse schedule shared with the substitute nurse along with PowerSchool.
• Reports to building administration.
• Other duties as assigned.

Work Schedule

As needed, on an on‑call basis during the regular school year when the assigned school nurse is unavailable.

Physical Requirements

Bending, carrying, climbing, driving, lifting, pushing/pulling, reaching, sitting, standing, walking. Ability to respond quickly in emergency situations.

Pay

$145 per day as a sub nurse

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Fort Madison Community School District is an EEO/AA employer.

Background Check

Fort Madison Community School District requires background check to be completed before hiring.

Contact Information

• Trisha Hager , HR
• Fort Madison Community School District
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]