Substitute School Nurse

Ithaca City School District; Town of Ithaca (NY); On-site; USD 37,221 - 53,011; Part time

Job summary

The Ithaca City School District is seeking a Substitute School Nurse to implement best nursing practices and provide care across District Health Offices on an as-needed basis.

Candidates must be eligible for a New York RN license and demonstrate a commitment to supporting diverse student populations. The position offers an hourly wage of $32.75. Ideal applicants will possess strong interpersonal skills and be able to make critical decisions independently.

Qualifications

• Eligible for a license by the State of New York to practice as a Registered Nurse.
• Capable of working independently and making critical clinical decisions.
• Strong personal commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing services in all District Health Offices as needed.
• Implement best nursing practices to promote health and wellness for students.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Critical decision making

Attention to detail

Effective communication

Education

Eligibility for New York Registered Nurse license

Job description

Position Title

Substitute School Nurse

Brief Description

Implement best nursing practices in order to advance the health, wellness, and academic success of all children. Provide nursing services in all District Health Offices on an “as needed” basis.

Location

District Wide

Anticipated Start Date

APPLICATIONS TAKEN ON A CONTINUAL BASIS

Posting Dates

3/2/2026-3/31/2027 Applications will be reviewed during Summer 2026.

Required Qualifications

• Eligibility for a license issued by the State of New York to practice as a Registered Nurse. Possession of the license at the time of appointment.
• Desire and capability to work with children from 3 years old to 21 years old.
• Ability to work independently; make critical medical/clinical decisions (within bounds of nursing license); understand and interpret complex written and verbal instructions; meticulous attention to detail; impeccable professional credentials; exceptional level of professionalism and positive attitude.
• The Ithaca City School District is committed to eliminating race, class, and disability as predictors of academic performance; qualified candidates will demonstrate a basic awareness of these commitments and a strong willingness to support these efforts.
• Effective and resourceful interpersonal skills including effective and proper communication with students, parents, faculty, staff, and community members; positive attitude.

Desired Characteristics

• Embraces life‑long learning within the nursing profession; visionary who is excited about collaborating with a creative and dynamic team of School Nurses committed to advancing the health, wellness, and academic success of all students.
• An educational leader whose competency, energy, and commitment will help ensure that students thrive.
• Proven ability to interact effectively with students and their families who represent cultures that are diverse in terms of race, class, ethnicity, sexual orientation, and other characteristics in order to build an effective and collaborative school community.

Salary Range

$32.75/hr.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

The Ithaca City School District does not unlawfully discriminate in employment on the basis of age, race, color, religion, creed, ethnicity, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, military status, veteran status, sex, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital status, familial status, domestic violence victim status, or other federal/state protected status.