Substitute - Nurse

Young World Physical Education; Farmington (ME); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

A regional school district is seeking a Substitute Nurse to provide temporary nursing services ensuring the safety and health of students. The ideal candidate must hold a current RN license in Maine and have 1-3 years of experience in nursing. The role involves assessing student health, managing emergencies, and maintaining health records. The position is on a per-diem basis with responsibilities including coordination with school staff and response to student health needs. The school district emphasizes a supportive and educational work environment.

Qualifications

• Current license to practice professional nursing (RN) in the State of Maine.
• Minimum of one (1) to three (3) years of experience as a professional registered nurse.
• Successful completion of a Maine Department of Education background check (CHRC).
• Approval of the Department of Education to work as a substitute school nurse.

Responsibilities

• Provide health assessments and nursing diagnoses for students.
• Manage acute illness, injury, and emotional disturbances.
• Communicate health status to school personnel and parents.

Skills

Professional nursing

Crisis management

Communication

Education

Associate Degree or higher in Nursing

Bachelor's degree in Nursing (preferred)

Job description

Substitute - Nurse

Mt. Blue Regional School District, District-wide – Farmington, Maine. Open in Google Maps. This job is also posted in Mt. Blue Regional School District.

Job Details

• Job ID: 5613092
• Application Deadline: Posted until filled
• Posted: Mar 27, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)
• Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

MT. BLUE REGIONAL SCHOOL DISTRICT - RSU 9

227 MAIN STREET, FARMINGTON, ME 04938

Phone [phone] | Fax [phone]

COMMUNITY | CULTURE | CURRICULUM

“Working together to provide high-quality educational opportunities for all.”

CHESTERVILLE - FARMINGTON - INDUSTRY - NEW SHARON - NEW VINEYARD - STARKS TEMPLE - VIENNA - WELD - WILTON

Substitute Nurse

District wide

Job Goal: To provide temporary professional nursing services that ensure the safety, health, and well-being of students during the school day, allowing for a school environment conducive to learning.

Qualifications

• Current license to practice professional nursing (RN) in the State of Maine.
• Minimum of one (1) to three (3) years of experience as a professional registered nurse.
• Successful completion of a Maine Department of Education background check (CHRC).
• Approval of the Department of Education to work as a substitute school nurse.
• Associate Degree or higher in Nursing.

Responsibilities

1. Clinical Care & Assessment
   • Provides health assessments and nursing diagnoses for students presenting with illness or injury.
   • Identifies health findings that fall outside the normal range and takes appropriate clinical action.
   • Utilizes existing health resources and protocols to provide immediate care to pupils.
   • Implements the school medication policy and procedures, including the administration of scheduled and PRN medications.
2. Crisis & Emergency Management
   • Provides crisis intervention for acute illness, injury, and emotional disturbances.
   • Will refer students with emotional and mental health disturbances to school counseling staff as needed.
   • Maintains and utilizes first aid supplies and emergency protocols as established by the district.
   • Assists in the control of communicable diseases through early detection, surveillance, and reporting of contagious symptoms.
3. Communication & Coordination
   • Interprets the immediate health status of pupils to school personnel and parents/guardians as necessary, following FERPA privacy laws.
   • Serves as a health resource person to classroom teachers and administrators.
   • Maintains accurate and confidential daily health records and documentation of care provided.
   • Collaborates with office staff to ensure student health needs are met.

Terms of Employment: Per-diem/as-needed basis. Rate of pay as determined by the Board of Directors.

Position Type: Substitute

Job Categories: Substitute > Substitute: Nurse

Job Requirements

• At least 2 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
• Associate degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.

Contact Information

• Erin Landry, Director of Human Resources
• District Office
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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