Substitute School Nurse

Blue Ridge Medical Center; Arrington (VA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Blue Ridge Medical Center in Nelson County, Virginia, seeks a Substitute School Nurse (RN) to provide health services to students and staff, manage medications, and maintain confidential health records. The role supports chronic condition management and refers cases for evaluation as needed.

The ideal candidate holds Virginia RN licensure (BSN preferred) with current CPR certification and 2–4 years of clinical experience; school nursing experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• Licensure as a Registered Nurse by the State of Virginia; BSN preferred.
• Current CPR certification required (or within 30 days of hire).
• 2–4 years of clinical experience; school nursing experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide school nursing services for students and staff, including acute care.
• Dispense over-the-counter medications per guidelines.
• Dispense prescribed medications as directed by the physician.
• Maintain confidential health records and care plans for students.
• Refer students for evaluation and treatment as needed.
• Monitor and assist students with chronic health conditions during the school day.
• Adhere to BRMC and NCPS policies; maintain documentation and compliance.

Education

Virginia RN licensure

BSN preferred

CPR certification

Job description

EOE Statement Blue Ridge Medical Center is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Description

The Substitute School Nurse is a registered nurse who provides nursing services to students and staff in Nelson County public School. Responsibilities include:

• Provision of school nursing services for students and staff in Nelson County Public School including but not limited to acute care for illnesses and emergencies, following state and local guidelines and policies
• Dispensing over the counter medications to students and staff in accordance with established guidelines.
• Dispensing scheduled prescription medications as directed by the student’s physician.
• Maintaining accurate and confidential health records for students including progress notes/encounters during the school day, care plans when appropriate and documentation of medications administered.
• Refer students as appropriate for evaluation and treatment by health care providers serving the community.
• Monitor and assist students in managing their chronic health conditions during school hours.
• Meet minimum requirements of the position: maintaining current RN licensure, CPR/AED certification, annual TB testing and completing BRMC mandated online continuing courses, when able to access courses.

Starting Compensation Range: $28.65/hr - $29.81/hr

Position Requirements

Required Qualifications

• Licensure as a Registered Nurse by the State of Virginia; BSN preferred.
• Current CPR certification (or within 30 days of hire) required.
• 2 – 4 years experience in a clinical setting; some experience in school nursing preferred.

Working Conditions:

• Must be able to work in a setting with minimal direct supervision.
• Comply with BRMC’s policies/procedures/practices and NCPS policies/procedures; comply with legal requirements for non-profit organizations.
• Perform and complete duties under stress and demands from different sources, and meeting strict deadlines.
• Tolerate prolonged computer related exposure. Able to sit or stand at a workstation for long periods of time.
• May be exposed to hostile or emotional clients, family members, and staff, as well as disturbing or sensitive information.
• May be exposed to infectious diseases and medical waste.

Full-Time/Part-Time PRN

Shift Days

Exempt/Non-Exempt Non-Exempt

Location Unrestricted

About the Organization

Founded in 1985 in beautiful Nelson County, Virginia, Blue Ridge Medical Center (BRMC) offers primary care, pediatrics, dentistry, x-ray, lab, physical therapy, pharmacy, and behavioral health services. BRMC is a 501(c)3 non-profit Federally Qualified Health Center and a certified Patient-Centered Medical Home. The Center is accredited by the Joint Commission and is a leading practitioner of population health and care management programs. We currently provide integrated health services at locations in Nelson, Amherst, and Appomattox Counties. Our mission is to improve access to comprehensive primary care and to reduce health disparities for all people in our community. Our Vision is to be a vital, vibrant health center, recognized as the preferred provider of health care for the people in our community.

This position is currently accepting applications.