Substitute School Health Nurse (2026-2027)

Boyle County Schools; Danville (KY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

Boyle County Schools is seeking a Substitute School Health Nurse to support student health needs in a Kentucky district. The role involves coordinating care and emergency plans under school health services guidelines.

The substitute will work in a school setting, assisting with specialized care and health procedures, while maintaining confidentiality and adhering to district policies. Immediate start is available for the 2026-2027 school year.

Qualifications

• Certificate in practical nursing is required.
• Valid Kentucky license to practice as an LPN or ADN.
• Valid CPR Certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate care and student emergency action plans (diabetes, seizures, asthma, allergies).
• Report to District Health Coordinator, parents, school staff and clinics on medical matters.
• Serve as a resource for school personnel, pupils and families.
• Maintain confidentiality and handle student health records per policies.
• Assist with health procedures and first aid in schools.
• Follow district policies and procedures for staff and students.

Skills

CPR Certification

CPR Certification

Education

LPN license

ADN (Associate's Degree in Nursing)

Job description

Substitute School Health Nurse (2026-2027)

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Job Details

Job ID: 5974831
Application Deadline: May 15, 2027 11:59 PM (Central Standard Time)
Posted: Jul 15, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

POSITION: SubstituteSchool Health Nurse

SALARY SCHEDULE: Substitutes & Students

APPROVED BY: Boyle County Board of Education DATE: April 2022

ABOUT US

Kids come first at Boyle County Schools. We’re proud to employ a team of educators and staff who strive for excellence, crave innovation and look for ways to provide students with personalized learning environments. A state and national leader in education, Boyle County Schools elevates more than 2,700 students to the highest levels of achievement through growth in academics, the arts and athletics.

ABOUT THE POSITION

SubstituteSchool Health Nursesare a key ingredient to student success. We are looking for substitute nurses who can join our quest in the physical, mental and social development of the kids in Boyle County. The Substitute will assist withspecialized care, within the permitted scope of practice,including various nursing procedures relating to students in a school setting, in the absence of a regular employee.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

This position requires:

• Certificate in practical nursing from an accredited nursing training program.
• Valid Kentucky license to practice asan LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse) or ADN (Associate's Degree in Nursing).
• Valid CPR Certification.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The following are listed for reference. Success will involve the ongoing demonstration of desire and ability to perform responsibilities effectively, efficiently, pleasantly and with a focus on student success.

• Report to the building principal or school secretary upon arrival at the school building.
• Review with the principal, department head, or team leader all plans and schedules to be followed during the day.
• Maintain the established routines and procedures of the school.
• Coordinate care and student emergency action plans related to diabetes, seizures, asthma, allergies and use of emergency medications, i.e. Epi-Pen, Glucagon and Diastat.
• Report to the District Health Coordinator, parents, school staff, health care providers, clinics and other agencies on school medical matters.
• Serve as a resource person to school personnel, pupils, parents, health care providers, and various organizations.
• Assist with the program for handicapped or chronically ill and aids in the appropriate placement of students with exceptional needs.
• Provide specialized health procedures appropriate to the student’s handicap, and give support to parents and teachers of these students.
• Assist in prevention and control of communicable diseases.
• Assist in maintaining a first aid station in all schools.
• Assist with non-instructional duties in other areas of the building or district as assigned.
• Participate in staff activities, meetings, training and events.
• Operate standard school equipment, technological devices and related software programs.
• Maintain student records as specified while maintaining confidentiality.
• Strict adherence to the Policies and Procedures of the Boyle County Board of Education, the Employee Handbook and Kentucky Revised Statutes.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Follow all policies, rules, and procedures to which regular teachers are subject and which good teaching practice dictates.
• Carry out other professional responsibilities including punctuality, reliability, care of equipment and materials, planning, communication, confidentiality, and following district and school policies.
• Ability to use technology for a variety of purposes, including but not limited to supporting instruction, accessing and manipulating data, professional growth and productivity, communicating and collaborating with colleagues, parents and the community, and conducting research/solving problems. Strict adherence to the Policies and Procedures of the Boyle County Board of Education, the Employee Handbook, Code of Ethics for Certified School Personnel and Kentucky Revised Statutes.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: Students and Instructional Assistants.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Regularly required to use hands for simple grasping and fine manipulatives.
• Regularly required to communicate effectively using speech, vision and hearing.
• Frequently required to stand; walk; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• Occasionally required to sit and climb or balance. Occasionally lift and/or move up to 75 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
• Requires activities involving being around commercial transportation, exposure to marked changes in temperature (above 100 degrees and below 32 degrees) and humidity and outside weather conditions.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.
• Occasionally will walk on slippery surfaces.
• Occasionally lift and/or move up to 75 pounds.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

DISCLAIMERS AND OTHER PERTINENT INFORMATION

• The work environment described is representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the American with Disabilities Act (A.D.A.) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding this position and additional duties may be assigned.
• This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise.

Position Type: Part-Time

Job Categories:

Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Substitute > Substitute

Substitute > Substitute: Clerical

Substitute > Substitute: Paraprofessional

Contact Information

• Kimberly Brussell , District Health Coordaintor
• Boyle County Board of Education
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]