Substitute School Nurse

Arlington Community Schools; Arlington (TN); On-site; USD 38,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

Arlington Community Schools is seeking a Substitute School Nurse to provide temporary nursing coverage across the district. The nurse delivers health services to students, manages the school clinic, administers medications, and responds to illnesses and injuries in accordance with district policies.

Requirements include an active Tennessee RN license, CPR/BLS certification, and at least three years of clinical experience; school-nurse experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Active TN RN license required.
• Bachelor's degree or higher preferred.
• Minimum three years clinical experience; school nurse experience preferred.
• Current American Heart Association CPR/BLS certification.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Knowledge of pediatric care and emergency response.
• Ability to maintain accurate records and follow health regulations.
• Experience in pediatric, public health, or school nursing preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide first aid, emergency care, and illness assessment for students.
• Assess student complaints and determine appropriate treatment or referral.
• Monitor and care for students with acute or chronic health conditions.
• Promote a safe and healthy school environment.
• Administer medications and treatments according to physician orders and district policy.
• Monitor students taking medication during the school day.
• May perform nursing procedures as needed per policy.
• Provide health education and anticipatory guidance to students.
• Communicate with parents, teachers, administrators, and healthcare providers.

Skills

Active RN License (TN)

Pediatric care experience

CPR/BLS certification

Excellent communication skills

Recordkeeping and documentation

School nursing experience preferred

Education

Bachelor's Degree or higher preferred

Nursing degree (RN)

Job description

Arlington Community Schools Arlington Community Schools-District Office - Arlington, Tennessee Open in Google Maps

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Arlington Community Schools

Substitute School Nurse Job Description

Job Description:

A Substitute School Nurse provides temporary nursing coverage when the regular school nurse is absent. The substitute nurse delivers health services to students, manages the school clinic, administers medications, and responds to injuries or illnesses while following the Guidelines for Use of Healthcare Professionals and Healthcare Procedures in a School Setting and Arlington Community Schools district policies. The role supports student health, safety, and attendance to promote academic success.

Qualifications

• Must hold an active and unencumbered Registered Nurse License for the State of Tennessee
• Bachelor's Degree or higher preferred
• Minimum three years clinical experience, school nurse experience preferred
• Current American Heart Association CPR/BLS certification
• Excellent communication skills
• Knowledge of pediatric care and emergency response
• Ability to maintain accurate records and follow health regulations
• Experience in pediatric, public health, or school nursing preferred

Responsibilities (including but not limited to)

• Provide first aid, emergency care, and illness assessment for students
• Assess student complaints and determine appropriate treatment or referral
• Monitor and care for students with acute or chronic health conditions
• Promote a safe and healthy school environment
• Administer medications and treatments according to physician orders and district policy
• Monitor students taking medication during the school day
• May perform nursing procedures such as: Blood glucose monitoring, insulin injections, insulin pump management, tube feedings, nebulizer treatments, catheterization, tracheal suctioning, ventilator care
• Provide health education and anticipatory guidance to students
• Communicate with parents, teachers, administrators, and healthcare providers
• Refer students to medical care when necessary
• Maintain and update student health records and clinic documentation
• Document injuries, treatments, and parental notifications
• Maintain confidentiality according to FERPA and HIPAA regulations
• Follow Individual Health Plans (IHPs) and emergency action plans
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Superintendent, Principal, Coordinated School Health Nurse Supervisor
• Quick response in emergencies

Supervisory Responsibility: This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Working Conditions

• This job operates in a clinic setting or nurse’s office within elementary, middle, or high schools with access to medical equipment.
• This role routinely uses a variety of medical devices and instruments to assess the medical needs of children
• May involve exposure to illnesses and communicable diseases
• Follows student medical Health plans and monitors the implementation
• Consistent and prompt attendance is imperative for this role

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to

• Communicate and listen (students, parents, teachers, administration)
• Stand; walk; use hands and fingers to handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms.
• Regularly move about inside the classroom/school/clinic
• Ability to lift and carry loads up to 50 pounds

Other Duties: Please note that 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 position. Duties, activities, or responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice.

Reports to: Coordinator of School Health/Nurse Supervisor

Schedule: School-day hours (around 7:00 am. – 4:00 p.m.). Work is as needed/on call when regular nurses are absent.

Position Type: Substitute

Salary: $240.00/day

FSLA Status: Non-Exempt

ACS offers education and employment opportunities without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, disability, genetics, or age

Job Details

Job ID: 5863462

Application Deadline: Nov 27, 2026 11:59 PM (Central Standard Time)

Posted: Jul 31, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Job Requirements

• Bachelor degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Lisa Walker, Executive Director of HR & Compliance
• Arlington Community Schools-District Office
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]