Substitute Nurse

Colonial School District; New Castle (DE); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking dedicated substitute school nurses to provide essential care and support to students. In this casual role, you will fill in for full-time nurses, ensuring students receive the necessary medical attention during school hours. Your expertise will help foster a healthy learning environment, allowing students to thrive. If you have a passion for nursing and a commitment to student well-being, this opportunity is perfect for you. Join a supportive community that values compassion and professionalism in healthcare.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing and three years of clinical experience required.
• Current RN license and CPR certification are mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care for students with acute illness and manage chronic conditions.
• Administer first aid and follow established procedures.

Skills

Clinical Experience

Nursing Assessment

Emergency Care

Technology Proficiency

Cultural Sensitivity

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Applications

Job description

• Position Type:
  Substitute/ Substitute School Nurse
  
  
• Date Posted:
  4/7/2025
  
  
• Location:
  Various Locations
  
  
• Date Available:
  04/07/2025
  
  

You belong in the Power of WE!

You belong in the Power of WE!
Excellent school nurses play a vital role in fostering a healthy and supportive learning
environment. That’s why we are committed to hiring dedicated professionals who can
provide exceptional care and build meaningful, compassionate relationships with
students

POSITION: Substitute School Nurse - Casual/Seasonal
Substitute school nurses will fill in when a full-time school nurse is
absent or additional help is needed.

LOCATION: To be determined

CLOSING DATE: Until filled

START DATE: As needed

WORK YEAR: School Year

SCHEDULE: Monday - Friday 7.5 hours per day, including 30 minute unpaid lunch
Substitute school nurses will fill in when a full-time school nurse is
absent or additional help is needed.

COMPENSATION: Hourly rate: $40

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability
required:
? Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing (BSN) degree
? Minimum of three (3) years of clinical experience
? Current Registered Nurse License recognized by the Delaware Board of Nursing
? Valid and current CPR certification
? Acceptable Criminal Background Report and no entries on the Child Abuse
Registry
? Proficient in technology; Microsoft Office and Google applications
? Demonstrates understanding and ability to perform job related tasks
? Knowledge of the assessment of children and adolescents to effectively identify
health issues and provide appropriate care
? Ability to manage chronic health care conditions including, but not limited to,
providing enteral feedings, medication administration, diabetic monitoring and
intervention, seizure management
? Implementation of emergency action plans as prescribed by the student's
physician
? Demonstrates sensitivity to issues impacting various cultural, ethnic, and

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to satisfactorily perform the
essential duties and responsibilities related to the District. Reasonable accommodations
may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
? Provide direct care for students: acute illness, injury, and emotional needs, manage
chronic conditions (student care plans, emergency care plans)
? Support the safety and well-being of all students by following school entry
requirements, and following state regulations
? Administer first aid in accordance with the established first aid procedures.
? Follow Standing Orders.
? Observe students on a regular basis to detect health needs.
? Attend field trips with students as needed.
? Comply with Federal, State and Local Regulations and Policies.
a. Accurately completes all required paperwork within the designated
timelines.
b. Utilizes all available resource materials (i.e. Employee Handbook, District
website, Collaborative Agreement, Professional Code of Conduct,
Administrative Procedures, School District Board Policies, etc.) to complete
required paperwork, maintain professionalism and to avoid potential
violations/noncompliance.
? Remains “on call” on a daily basis to serve as a school nurse at any of the district’s
schools, including the John G. Leach School. When possible, notification of
assignment will be provided in advance. When circumstances warrant,
notification of assignment may occur on the day of the assignment, either in the
morning or at any point in the day.
? The substitute nurse will work the following hours accordingly (There may be
instances when a partial work day is needed):
Elementary Schools 8:35am-4:05pm
The Leach School 7:45am-3:15pm
Middle Schools 7:45am-3:15pm
High School 7:00am-2:30pm
? The substitute nurse is expected to familiarize themselves with the practices in
any of the schools in which they provide nursing services. Any questions about
nursing practices should be directed to the lead nurse or their designee.


PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an
employee to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to
perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is
regularly required to use hands and/or fingers to handle, or feel; reach with hands and
arms; talk or hear; and taste or smell. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk,
and sit. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific
vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision,
peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

APPLICATION PROCEDURES:
Interested candidates who meet the minimum qualifications may apply by completing an
employment application via AppliTrack at
http://admin2.applitrack.com/colonial/onlineapp
A cover letter and resume are required for external candidates.

Applicants needing special accommodations in the application process of this vacancy
announcement may contact the Human Resources Division at 302-323-2712.

Note: Incomplete Application Packages will not be considered.

Postings current as of 5/1/2025 8:44:59 PM CST.

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