Substitute School Nurse (RN)

ITResource Hunter; Wilmington (DE); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

ITResource Hunter is seeking a Substitute School Nurse (RN) in Wilmington, DE to support student health services. This full-time, school-day schedule involves direct nursing care, medication administration, and collaboration with families and school staff.

The role requires a BSN and an active Delaware RN license, with 2+ years of nursing experience; pediatric or school-nursing exposure is preferred. Strong communication and documentation skills are essential.

Qualifications

• BSN required and RN license in Delaware.
• Minimum 2 years of clinical nursing experience; 3+ preferred.
• Pediatric or School Nursing experience preferred but not required.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential.
• Proficiency with electronic documentation and Microsoft Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily nursing care for students and staff.
• Assess and manage student health concerns.
• Administer medications and maintain accurate documentation.
• Communicate with parents, physicians, and school personnel regarding student health needs.
• Participate in IEP and 504 meetings as needed.
• Maintain confidential student health records.
• Ensure compliance with state and federal health regulations.
• Provide nursing support during field trips and school-related activities when required.

Skills

Nursing care

Communication

Documentation

MS Office

Education

BSN

RN License (DE)

Tools

Electronic Records

Job description

Job Position: Substitute School Nurse (RN)

Location: Wilmington, DE

Job Type: Full-Time

Schedule: Monday Friday | School-Day Hours

Position Overview:

As a School Nurse, you will play an essential role in promoting student health and well-being. You'll provide direct nursing care, manage student health concerns, administer medications, and collaborate with families, healthcare providers, and school staff to help students remain healthy and successful in the classroom.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide daily nursing care for students and staff
• Assess and manage student health concerns
• Administer medications and maintain accurate documentation
• Communicate with parents, physicians, and school personnel regarding student health needs
• Participate in IEP and 504 meetings as needed
• Maintain confidential student health records
• Ensure compliance with state and federal health regulations
• Provide nursing support during field trips and school-related activities when required

Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) required
• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license meeting the State of Delaware School Nurse requirements
• Minimum 2 years of clinical nursing experience required (3+ years preferred)
• Pediatric or School Nursing experience is preferred but not required
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Basic proficiency with electronic documentation and Microsoft Office applications