Substitute School Nurse-RN 2026-2027

Clark County KY; Winchester (KY); On-site; USD 43,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Clark County School District in Winchester, Kentucky seeks a Substitute School Nurse (RN) for the 2026-2027 year. The role administers basic first aid, screens students, and supports health testing programs under district regs.

Responsibilities include managing health records, administering medicines, and coordinating screenings. Valid RN/LPN license and Kentucky nursing license required, with First Aid/CPR certification and Kentucky driver’s license.

Qualifications

• Basic First Aid and age-appropriate CPR techniques.
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations.
• Record keeping techniques.
• Correct English usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation and vocabulary.
• Oral and written communications skills.
• Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy.

Responsibilities

• Perform basic first aid procedures and screen ill or injured students according to established procedures.
• Administer first aid in emergency situations and notify administrator, parents or paramedics as necessary.
• Administer medicines to students.
• Schedule vision, hearing, scoliosis and dental screenings; arrange follow-up tests if needed.
• Prepare and maintain health records.
• Maintain a clean, safe health office; attend required meetings.
• Operate office equipment; perform related duties as assigned.

Skills

Basic First Aid

CPR

Oral and written communications

Interpersonal skills

English proficiency

Education

RN/LPN degree + 1 year nursing experience

Job description

Substitute School Nurse-RN 2026-2027

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Job Details

Job ID: 5909034

Application Deadline: Jun 30, 2027 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Posted: Aug 31, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Class Code: 7263

CLASS TITLE: School Nurse

REPORTS TO: Principal

BASIC FUNCTION: Administer basic first aid and screen ill or injured students in accordance with State laws and District regulations; assist with health testing programs; prepare and maintain a variety of records, files and reports.

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES:

Perform basic first aid procedures and screen ill or injured students according to established procedures; utilize a variety of health products and supplies in caring for injuries and health needs.

Administer first aid in emergency situations and notify administrator, parents or paramedics as necessary.

Administer medicines to students.

Schedule students for and assist with vision, hearing, scoliosis and dental screenings; schedule follow-up appointments if further testing is required.

Prepare and maintain a variety of health records.

Maintain the health office in a clean, orderly and safe condition.

Attend meetings as required.

Operate office equipment.

Perform related duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:

Knowledge of:

Basic First Aid and age-appropriate CPR techniques.

Health and safety regulations.

Record keeping techniques.

Correct English usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation and vocabulary.

Oral and written communications skills.

Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy.

Ability to:

Administer first aid to ill or injured students.

Administer medicines and record properly.

Maintain files, records and reports.

Work cooperatively with others.

Meet schedules and time lines.

Plan and organize work.

Ability to lift up to 25 pounds

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Any combination equivalent to graduation as a Licensed Practical Nurse or Registered Nurse and one year comprehensive nursing experience.

LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

Valid First Aid and CPR Certificate issued by an authorized agency. Valid Kentucky Driver’s License and valid Kentucky Nursing License.

Salary Table 4.B

Board Approved 3/18/08

Position Type: Temporary

Salary: $30.98 to $43.62 Per Hour

Contact Information

• Tara Cruse , Administrative Director of Student Accounting, Support Services and Administration
• CENTRAL OFFICE
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]