Substitute Registered Nurse

Gilbert Unified School Dist 4; Mesa (AZ); On-site; USD 37,277,856 - 53,092,704; Part time

Job summary

Gilbert Unified School Dist 4 is hiring a School Registered Nurse to enhance student health and welfare in Mesa, Arizona. The role includes health screenings, immunization compliance, and supporting medically fragile students. Candidates should possess a valid RN license, required health clearances, and strong communication skills.

This temporary position offers an hourly rate of $32.80 and requires effective collaboration with multidisciplinary teams. Apply online to contribute to the health education of students.

Qualifications

• Minimum two years of clinical RN experience preferred.
• Registered Nurse license in good standing.
• Current Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide health services in accordance with nursing practice policies.
• Conduct health screenings and ensure immunization compliance.
• Prepare individualized health care plans for students with medical needs.

Skills

Good computer skills

Good communication skills

Ability to work independently

Comfortable speaking with large groups

Ability to work well with multidisciplinary teams

Pediatric and/or school nurse experience

Education

Associate or Bachelor degree

Job description

Job Title

School Registered Nurse

Job Details

• Position Length: Temporary
• Job Grade: N/A
• Hourly Rate: $32.80
• Hours Per Day: Varies
• Application Procedure: Apply online

Purpose Statement

To provide maximum educational opportunity for each student by creating a climate of good health and wellbeing through education, screenings, nursing assessment, and medical attention.

Essential Functions

• Assure immunization compliance and disease surveillance.
• Conduct vision, hearing, and scoliosis screenings to meet state law.
• Perform day‑to‑day health office activities including first aid, medication dispensing, nursing assessment, and nursing tasks such as catheterization, gastrostomy tube medications, tube feedings, SVN treatments as required, and other typical RN duties.
• Maintain all documentation both written and on the computer system.
• Prepare individualized school health care plans, emergency plans, transportation health care plans, and training on interventions in the plans.
• Work with the IEP team to provide an optimal educational environment for medically fragile students.
• Participate on behavioral health teams, crisis and safety teams, and provide faculty trainings on bloodborne pathogens, child abuse, and other areas of health concern.
• Implement health services in accordance with legally and professionally recognized nursing practice within the limits and policies of the school district and the Arizona Board of Nursing.

Minimum Qualifications

• Good computer skills.
• Good communication skills working with students, staff, and parents.
• Ability to work independently.
• Comfortable speaking with large groups to deliver trainings.
• Ability to work well with multidisciplinary teams.
• Pediatric and/or school nurse experience desirable.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds without restrictions.
• Preferred at least two years of clinical RN experience.

Experience

Job‑related experience within a specialized field is required.

Education

Associate or Bachelor degree from an accredited educational institution.

Required Testing

Evidence of Hepatitis B series.

Continuing Education / Training

CPR certification.

Certificates & Licenses

Registered Nurse license in good standing. National School Nurse Certification (recommended).

Clearances

Current Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card.

FLSA Status

Not evaluated.

Approval Date

July 1, 2020.

Salary Grade

Nurse 9 Month.

Non‑Discrimination Statement

Gilbert Unified School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ethnicity, sexual orientation, sex (including pregnancy and related conditions), gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, age (over 40), parental status, or disability in admission to its programs, services, or activities, in access to them, in treatment of individuals, or in any aspect of its operations. The District provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups pursuant to the Boy Scouts of America Equal Access Act. Lack of English language skills is not a barrier to admission or participation in district activities and programs. The Gilbert Unified School District also does not discriminate in its hiring or employment practices. This notice is provided as required by Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. Inquiries about Title IX may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, the U.S. Department of Education’s Office for Civil Rights, or both. The nondiscrimination policy and grievance procedures are located on the Gilbert Public Schools website.