Substitute Nurse

Lynchburg-City-Schools; Lynchburg (VA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Lynchburg City Schools in Lynchburg, Virginia seeks a Substitute Nurse to support school health services. You will assist with health screenings, medication administration, and maintaining the school health clinic under the Director of Student Services.

Must hold a Virginia RN or LPN license and have at least two years of nursing experience, preferably in community health. The role requires strong clinical judgment, confidentiality, and the ability to collaborate with students, families, and

Qualifications

• Must hold Virginia RN or LPN license to practice.
• Two years of nursing experience, preferably in community health.
• Knowledge of nursing practices, documentation, and confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Interpret school health services to staff and students.
• Maintain the school medical clinic and administer medication per policy.
• Administer screening programs as required by Virginia school law.
• Assist in supporting students with disabilities.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the school nurse coordinator or administrator.

Skills

Honesty

Integrity

Ethical

Equity minded

Emotional intelligence

Cultural competence

Safety

Quality

Clinical assessment

Medication administration

Documentation

Communication

Emergency care

Education

RN or LPN license (Virginia)

Job description

Substitute Nurse

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Job Details

Job ID: 5838190
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Jul 16, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Substitute Nurse

GENERAL INFORMATION Title: Substitute Nurse Department: Student Services Salary Grade: Substitute Pay Schedule

FLSA Status: Exempt Site/Location: Student Services

Reports to: Director of Student Services Date: 07/16/2026 POSITION SUMMARY To assist with health services and provide leadership in establishing a complete and effective program of school health.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Interpret the school health services to school personnel and students.
• Maintain the school medical clinic and administer medication according to school board policy.
• Administer screening program as required by Virginia school law and school board policy.
• Assist in the provision of support services to students with disabilities.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the division's school nurse coordinator and/or building administrator.

Personal Competencies

• Honesty
• Integrity
• Ethical
• Equity Minded
• Emotional Intelligence
• Cultural Competence
• Safety
• Quality

Leadership Competencies

• Models Excellent Customer Service
• Thinks Strategically
• Shows Initiative
• Acts Decisively
• Communicates Effectively
• Works Collaboratively
• Resolves Conflict Proactively

Functional Competencies

• Technical Capabilities
• Computer Literacy
• Data Analysis and Management
• Fiscal Planning and Management
• Project Management
• Strategic Planning

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Must have a valid state license as a Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse to practice professional nursing in Virginia.
• Two (2) years nursing experience, preferably in community health.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

The Nurse should have knowledge of professional nursing practices, childhood illnesses, chronic conditions, communicable disease control, and emergency care procedures. Skills required include clinical assessment, medication administration, accurate documentation, and effective communication with students, families, and staff. The nurse must be able to adapt quickly to different school environments, exercise sound judgment in emergencies, maintain confidentiality, and build positive relationships. The ability to remain calm under pressure, recognize when to elevate health issues, and promote student wellness is essential.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY

• None

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS

• Reliable transportation is necessary.
• Travel within the City of Lynchburg as needed.

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to frequently stand; sit; walk; talk or hear; use hands to finger, handle, type, or feel; and stoop, kneel, or crouch.

OTHER DUTIES

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

AAP/EEO STATEMENT

LCS is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.

JOB STATUS: OPEN SALARY: Please refer to LCS Employee Pay Scales found here: https://www.lcsedu.net/departments/personnel/employee-pay-scales . DAYS: - START DATE: 2026-27 Position Type: Non-Applicable

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Angelia Bryant , Nurse Coordinator
• LINKHORNE MIDDLE SCHOOL
• Phone: [phone]

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