Substitute Nurse

Scarsdale High School; Village of Scarsdale (NY); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Per diem rate: $325/day

Job summary

Scarsdale Public Schools is seeking caring, per-diem substitute nurses to support student health across district schools. The Substitute School Nurse will assess, screen, provide nursing care, health education, counseling, and referrals to address students' health and medical needs, aiming to minimize illness-related absences and maximize safe participation.

Requirements include a New York State RN license, CPR certification, and experience with children.

Qualifications

• Must meet NYS school nurse qualifications.
• RN license and CPR certification required.
• Experience with children or adolescents in school/community/pediatric settings preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing assessment, first aid, and care to students who are ill or injured.
• Implement individualized health care plans and nursing interventions based on students' health needs.
• Monitor and evaluate student health needs and modify care as appropriate.
• Collaborate with students, parents/guardians, health care providers, teachers, administrators, and community agencies to ensure continuity of care.
• Maintain confidential health records and documentation per laws and district policies.
• Conduct health screenings, immunization programs, and vision/hearing testing.
• Monitor immunization requirements and Board of Education policies.
• Implement district procedures for exclusion/readmission of infectious diseases.
• Provide health education, guidance, and counseling to students, parents/guardians, and staff.
• Participate on school-based teams (Crisis Teams, PPT, Section 504).
• Communicate with parents/guardians, physicians, clinics, school personnel, and other professionals.
• Provide staff training on health and safety (CPR, blood-borne pathogens, emergencies).
• Provide medical assessment to school district employees when requested.
• Respond to student injuries and illnesses and notify appropriate personnel or agencies.
• Use medical equipment and technology in care.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Problem-solving

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Education

New York State RN license

CPR certification

Job description

Position Type:
Substitute/Substitute Nurse

Date Posted:
9/16/2026

Location:
Multiple Locations

The Substitute School Nurse provides assessment, screening, intervention, nursing care, health education, counseling, and referrals to address the health and medical needs of students. The nurse works to minimize absences due to illness or injury, support students' health and well-being, and maximize their ability to participate safely and successfully in the educational environment.

Provide nursing assessment, first aid, and appropriate care to students who are ill or injured.

Implement individualized health care plans and provide nursing interventions based on students' specific health needs.

Monitor and evaluate student health needs and modify care as appropriate.

Collaborate with students, parents/guardians, health care providers, teachers, administrators, and community agencies to ensure continuity of care.

Maintain accurate and confidential health records and documentation in accordance with applicable laws, regulations, and district policies.

Conduct or assist with health screenings, immunization programs, physical examinations, and vision and hearing testing.

Monitor compliance with state immunization requirements and Board of Education policies.

Implement district procedures regarding the exclusion and readmission of students with infectious or communicable diseases.

Provide health education, guidance, and counseling to students, parents/guardians, and staff as appropriate.

Participate as a health professional on school-based teams, including Crisis Teams, PPT, and Section 504 meetings, as designated.

Communicate with parents/guardians, physicians, clinics, school personnel, and other professionals regarding student health needs.

Provide or assist with staff training related to student health and safety, including CPR, blood-borne pathogens, emergency procedures, and care of students with disabilities.

Provide medical assessment to school district employees when requested.

Respond appropriately to student injuries and illnesses and notify parents/guardians and appropriate personnel or agencies in accordance with district policy.

Use appropriate medical equipment and technology in providing care.

Perform other related duties as assigned.

Must meet the qualifications for a school nurse under applicable New York State regulations.

Current New York State Registered Professional Nurse (R.N.) license required.

Current CPR certification required.

Experience working with children or adolescents, preferably in a school, community, or pediatric setting, desirable.

Strong communication, organization, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills.

Ability to work effectively with students, families, teachers, administrators, health care providers, and other professionals.

Ability to provide care for students with diverse health needs and disabilities.

Knowledge of nursing practices, medical terminology, anatomy, first aid, common illnesses and injuries, and health education.

Proficiency with computers and common software applications.

Scarsdale Public Schools is seeking caring, dedicated per-diem substitute nurses to support the health and well-being of our students across all grade levels throughout the 20262027 school year. This is an excellent opportunity for nurses who enjoy working with children and want to contribute to a supportive school community.

Per Diem Rate: $325 per day

Scarsdale Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Studies have shown that women and individuals from underrepresented groups may be less likely to apply for positions unless they meet every listed qualification. We are committed to attracting and hiring talented individuals from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences and recognize that the best candidate may not meet every preferred qualification.

Position Purpose:

• The Substitute School Nurse provides assessment, screening, intervention, nursing care, health education, counseling, and referrals to address the health and medical needs of students. The nurse works to minimize absences due to illness or injury, support students' health and well-being, and maximize their ability to participate safely and successfully in the educational environment.

Essential Functions:

• Provide nursing assessment, first aid, and appropriate care to students who are ill or injured.
• Implement individualized health care plans and provide nursing interventions based on students' specific health needs.
• Monitor and evaluate student health needs and modify care as appropriate.
• Collaborate with students, parents/guardians, health care providers, teachers, administrators, and community agencies to ensure continuity of care.
• Maintain accurate and confidential health records and documentation in accordance with applicable laws, regulations, and district policies.
• Conduct or assist with health screenings, immunization programs, physical examinations, and vision and hearing testing.
• Monitor compliance with state immunization requirements and Board of Education policies.
• Implement district procedures regarding the exclusion and readmission of students with infectious or communicable diseases.
• Provide health education, guidance, and counseling to students, parents/guardians, and staff as appropriate.
• Participate as a health professional on school-based teams, including Crisis Teams, PPT, and Section 504 meetings, as designated.
• Communicate with parents/guardians, physicians, clinics, school personnel, and other professionals regarding student health needs.
• Provide or assist with staff training related to student health and safety, including CPR, blood-borne pathogens, emergency procedures, and care of students with disabilities.
• Provide medical assessment to school district employees when requested.
• Respond appropriately to student injuries and illnesses and notify parents/guardians and appropriate personnel or agencies in accordance with district policy.
• Use appropriate medical equipment and technology in providing care.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Must meet the qualifications for a school nurse under applicable New York State regulations.
• Current New York State Registered Professional Nurse (R.N.) license required.
• Current CPR certification required.
• Experience working with children or adolescents, preferably in a school, community, or pediatric setting, desirable.
• Strong communication, organization, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively with students, families, teachers, administrators, health care providers, and other professionals.
• Ability to provide care for students with diverse health needs and disabilities.
• Knowledge of nursing practices, medical terminology, anatomy, first aid, common illnesses and injuries, and health education.
• Proficiency with computers and common software applications.

Work Environment:

The Substitute School Nurse may be assigned to schools across the district and should be prepared to provide coverage at different grade levels. The position involves working in a school environment and may include exposure to illness, blood-borne pathogens, body secretions, medications, and medical supplies.

Travel between district schools may be required.