School Nurse Substitutes: Impact Student Wellness

The Consortium of Jewish Day Schools; Orienta (NY); On-site; USD 57,000 - 81,000; Part time

Job summary

Westchester Day School is seeking responsible and flexible School Nurse Substitutes to provide nursing services during the school day when the staff nurse is absent. Responsibilities include direct nursing care, administering medications, and coordinating with families to support student health.

Qualified candidates are RNs or PAs with a valid NY nursing license, CPR/AED and First Aid certifications, and experience in pediatric or school health settings.

Qualifications

• RN or PA required or as required by state or school.
• Valid state nursing license in good standing.
• CPR/AED and First Aid certification required or ability to obtain.
• Knowledge of school health regulations, documentation, and confidentiality standards.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing care to students for illness, injury, and medical needs during the school day.
• Administer medications and treatments in accordance with physician orders and school policies.
• Monitor and manage chronic health conditions (e.g., asthma, diabetes, allergies).
• Respond to medical emergencies and provide first aid and life-saving interventions as needed.
• Maintain accurate and confidential health records in compliance with FERPA.
• Communicate with families regarding student health concerns and follow-up care.
• Collaborate with administrators, teachers, counselors, and support staff to support student wellness.
• Provide health education and promote healthy habits and disease prevention.
• Ensure compliance with state and local health regulations and school policies.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe health office.

Skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Documentation

Independent worker

Education

RN or PA

State nursing license in good standing

Tools

CPR/AED Certification

First Aid Certification

Job description

Westchester Day School is seeking responsible and flexible School Nurse Substitutes to provide nursing services during the school day when the staff nurse is absent. Responsibilities include direct nursing care, administering medications, and coordinating with families to support student health.

Qualified candidates are RNs or PAs with a valid NY nursing license, CPR/AED and First Aid certifications, and experience in pediatric or school health settings.