Substitute School Nurse

Wythe County Public Schools; Wytheville (VA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Part time

Job summary

Wythe County Public Schools in Wytheville, VA seeks a Substitute School Nurse to provide professional nursing services in the absence of the regular nurse, promoting student and staff health and safety.

The nurse will manage chronic conditions, respond to emergencies, and coordinate care with families and educators. This role requires Virginia licensure, First Aid and CPR, and liability coverage, with a flexible, part-time schedule in a school setting.

Qualifications

• Current Virginia State LPN or Registered Nurse license.
• Must have current First Aid Certification and CPR card.
• Must provide own Professional Liability Insurance.

Responsibilities

• Assess and provide care for ill or injured students.
• Develop effective working relationships with students, staff and the school community.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Respond to emergencies and manage chronic conditions in collaboration with staff and families.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Clear communication

Crisis management

Computer literacy

Student care

Education

Virginia State LPN or RN license

First Aid Certification

CPR Certification

Job description

Substitute School Nurse

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Job Details

Job ID: 5367718
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Sep 09, 2025 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

SubstituteSchoolNurse

Job Summary

The Substitute School Nurse promotes the health and well-being of students and staff by providing professional nursing services within a school setting in the absence of the regular School Nurse. The Substitute School Nurse supports academic success by managing chronic conditions, responding to emergencies, and coordinating care with families, educators, and community health providers.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

Education and Experience

• Current Virginia State LPN or RegisteredNurseLicense
• Must have current First Aid Certification and CPR card.
• Must provide own Professional Liability Insurance

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Must have basic computer skills and strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to remain calm in crisis or emergency situations.
• Ability to develop effective working relationships with students, staff and theschoolcommunity.
• Ability to deal compassionately with a variety of students.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to perform duties in accordance with all district and state requirements and policies.
• Ability to assess and provide care for ill or injured students.
• Ability to perform other related duties as assigned by supervisors or administration.

Standard school environment with occasional exposure to communicable diseases and bodily fluids. May be required to assist with occasional outside or field activities.

Flexible schedule to meet school needs.

Position Type: Part-Time

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required