Substitute Nurse

East Haven Public Schools; Foxon (CT); On-site; USD 29,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

East Haven Public Schools seeks a Substitute Nurse to provide in-school health services districtwide. The nurse covers in the absence of the regular school nurse, ensuring a safe and healthy environment for students and staff. Must hold CT nursing licensure and CPR/First Aid certification.

Responsibilities include health assessments, administering first aid, and documenting observations for the absent nurse. Strong communication and adaptability are essential.

Qualifications

• Strong verbal communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Flexibility and patience under pressure.
• Basic tech proficiency to document health needs and assessments.
• Previous experience working with children is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess student health status and health needs of staff and students.
• Provide medical attention and first aid when needed.
• Follow guidelines and routines accurately and effectively.
• Ensure student safety across all settings.
• Leave detailed notes for the absent nurse regarding student needs.

Skills

Verbal communication

Flexibility

Tech documentation

Experience with children

Education

Registered Nurse

CT Nursing license

CPR/AED/First Aid

Job description

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Frontline Applicant Tracking - East Haven Public Schools

• Position Type:
  Substitute/ Substitute Nurse
• Date Posted:
  9/4/2026
• Location:
  Districtwide
• Date Available:
  ASAP

Job Title: Substitute Nurse

Reports To: Building Administration and/or Central Office

Location: District Wide

Hourly Rate: $185/ day

Education/Experience:

• Registered Nurse
• Hold a CT Nursing license as defined by Section 20-87a CT General Statutes
• Current CPR/AED/First Aid Certification

Position Summary:

Provide coverage in the absence of a regular school Nurse to maintain a safe and healthy environment for students and staff. The ideal candidate is comfortable managing diverse medical needs and passionate about supporting student health.

Responsibilities:

Assesses student health status and the health needs of staff and students

Execute medical attention and first aid when needed to students and staff

Follow guidelines and routines accurately and effectively

Ensure student safety across all settings

Leave detailed, constructive notes for the absent nurse regarding student medical needs or developments

Minimum Qualifications/Skills and Knowledge Requirements:

Strong verbal communication and interpersonal skills

Flexibility, adaptability and patience under pressure

Basic tech proficiency to document student medical needs and assessments

Previous experience working with children preferred

Physical and Mental Demands/Work Environment

The physical demands and environmental characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Ability to see and read objects closely, such as wiring , labels on equipment, reading/proofreading a report, using a computer monitor, filing and/or retrieving information from a filing system.
• Ability to hear normal sounds with background noise, as in using a telephone or radio, distinguish verbal communication and communicate through speech, including using a radio.
• Ability to learn and acquire an understanding of new information, methodologies and techniques and how they apply to school goals and operations.
• Ability to work in an office or school setting (indoors and outdoors) subject to interruptions and heavy work volume expectations.
• May be exposed to changing temperatures and weather, humidity, noise and dust.
• Ability to get from one location in the office or work sites(s) to other locations in primary office or work sites.
• Ability to sit or stand for long periods of time.
• Ability to reach and bend, and push/pull or lift objects less than thirty (30) pounds.
• Ability to perform manipulative skills such as writing, collating, using a keyboard and/or calculator with speed and accuracy for long periods of time.
• Ability to concentrate on detail and issue with some interruption, pressure and changing priorities.
• Memory to perform multiple and diverse tasks over long periods of time and the ability to remember information that has been previously learned.
• Ability to use knowledge and reasoning to solve routine problems.
• Ability to learn and apply new information, technology and legislation applicable to departmental activities.

Ability to distinguish between public and confidential information and handle appropriately.

Disclaimers

• The job description lists typical examples of work and is not intended to include every job duty and responsibility specific to a position. An employee may be required to perform other related duties not listed on the job description provided that such duties are characteristic of that classification. This job description reflects management's assignment of essential functions; it does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.
• Connecticut requires that any person (teachers, administrators, special service staff members, teachers' aids, custodians, cafeteria employees, etc.) who is hired by a local or regional board of education submit to a state and national criminal history record check within the first 30 days of the date of employment. The process includes the checking of fingerprints by the State Police bureau of Identification and the F.B.I. The results of the criminal history record checks (both state and federal) are reported to the employing school district. If the district receives notice of a conviction of a crime by a person holding a certificate, authorization or permit issued by the State Board of Education, the district shall notify the Bureau of Certification and Professional Development.

East Haven Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer. Minorities, females, handicapped, and veterans are encouraged to apply.

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