Substitute School Nurse

St. Michael's Country Day School; Newport (RI); On-site; USD 37,000 - 46,000; Part time

Job summary

St. Michael’s Country Day School in Newport, Rhode Island is seeking a qualified Substitute School Nurse for the 2026–2027 school year.

The role covers health services, safety, and well‑being for students and staff during the school day, in accordance with school policies and Rhode Island requirements. This per diem, part‑time position offers flexible hours, with responsibilities including administering medications, assessing health concerns, and coordinating care plans for students as needed.

Qualifications

• Current Rhode Island RN license in good standing.
• Current CPR/AED certification; BLS certification preferred.
• Experience with children or adolescents preferred.
• Knowledge of school health procedures and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care to students who become ill or injured during the school day.
• Assess student health concerns and determine appropriate care, including when a student should return to class, be sent home, or require additional medical attention.
• Administer medications and treatments in accordance with physician orders, parent/guardian authorization, school policies, and applicable regulations.
• Respond appropriately to medical emergencies and initiate emergency procedures when necessary.
• Follow student health care plans and other established health protocols.

Skills

RN license

CPR/AED certification

Experience with children

Communication skills

Documentation skills

Confidentiality

Background checks compliance

Education

Bachelor degree

Job description

Substitute School Nurse

St. Michaels Country Day School, an independent school serving students from Toddler through Grade 8 in Newport, Rhode Island, is seeking a qualified and dependable Substitute School Nurse to provide coverage for the School Nurse as needed throughout the 2026–2027 school year.

Job Details

Job ID: 5931068

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Sep 17, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

The Substitute School Nurse supports the health, safety, and well‑being of students and employees during the school day and provides appropriate nursing care in accordance with school policies, established health procedures, and applicable Rhode Island requirements.

This is an as‑needed, per diem position and is ideal for a licensed nurse seeking flexible school‑day hours.

Essential Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care to students who become ill or injured during the school day.
• Assess student health concerns and determine appropriate care, including when a student should return to class, be sent home, or require additional medical attention.
• Administer medications and treatments in accordance with physician orders, parent/guardian authorization, school policies, and applicable regulations.
• Respond appropriately to medical emergencies and initiate emergency procedures when necessary.
• Follow student Individualized Health Care Plans, Emergency Action Plans, allergy/anaphylaxis plans, asthma plans, and other established health protocols.
• Maintain accurate and confidential documentation of student visits, medications administered, injuries, illnesses, and other health‑related matters.
• Communicate with parents/guardians, faculty, staff, administrators, and emergency personnel as appropriate.
• Provide first aid and basic emergency care to students and employees when needed.
• Monitor students with known health conditions and follow established care instructions.
• Maintain student health information and confidentiality in accordance with applicable privacy requirements and school policies.
• Follow SMCDS procedures related to communicable illness, infection prevention, and student return‑to‑school requirements.
• Maintain a safe, organized, welcoming, and supportive Health Office environment.
• Perform other health and safety‑related duties as reasonably assigned.

Qualifications

• Current Rhode Island Registered Nurse (RN) license in good standing.
• Current CPR/AED certification; BLS certification preferred.
• Experience working with children or adolescents preferred.
• School nursing, pediatric, emergency, urgent care, or community health experience is a plus.
• Ability to independently assess common childhood illnesses and injuries and respond appropriately to emergencies.
• Knowledge of medication administration, allergies/anaphylaxis, asthma, diabetes, seizure disorders, and other common student health needs.
• Strong communication, organization, judgment, and documentation skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion when handling student and family health information.
• A calm, caring, and professional approach when working with children, families, faculty, and staff.
• Employment is contingent upon completion of all required background checks and other employment requirements applicable to SMCDS employees.

Schedule

This is a per diem/as‑needed substitute position during the 2026–2027 academic year. Coverage needs may include planned absences as well as occasional short‑notice coverage during regular school hours.

There is no guaranteed minimum number of hours or days.

About St. Michael’s Country Day School

St. Michael’s Country Day School is an independent school serving students from Toddler through Grade 8 in Newport, Rhode Island. SMCDS is committed to creating a supportive learning environment in which students are known, valued, challenged, and cared for as individuals.

Equal Opportunity

St. Michael’s Country Day School is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants without regard to legally protected characteristics in accordance with applicable federal and Rhode Island law.

Position Type: Part‑time

Salary: $200 Per Day

Job Requirements

• Employment is contingent upon completion of all required background checks and other employment requirements applicable to SMCDS employees.
• Bachelor degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Phil Tutino , Associate Head of School
• 180 Rhode Island Ave
• Newport, Rhode Island 02840
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]