SUBSTITUTE SCHOOL NURSES

District-Wide; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 41,000 - 44,000; Part time

Job summary

Affton School District is seeking substitute school nurses to support student health across district facilities. The role covers health assessments, first aid, and care coordination, with an 8-hour day expectation and an irregular schedule.

Starting immediately, must hold an Associate Degree in Nursing and current Missouri RN license, plus CPR, First Aid, and AED. Prior school experience preferred; compensation is $31.09 per hour and benefits are not included.

Qualifications

• Must have an Associate’s Degree in Nursing.
• A valid and current Missouri RN License required.
• CPR, First Aid and AED certification required.
• At least one year of nursing experience preferred.
• Preference given to candidates with school health experience.

Responsibilities

• Establish a safe, healthy environment for students.
• Provide first-aid and emergency care as needed.
• Perform health screenings and health assessments.
• Document health room visits and notify parents as needed.
• Coordinate care plans with health professionals and families.
• Manage and administer medications per policy.

Skills

Nursing assessment

First aid

CPR

Communication

Education

Associate degree in Nursing

Job description

SUBSTITUTE SCHOOL NURSES

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Job Details

Job ID: 5897234

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Aug 21, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

ANTICIPATED START DATE :Immediately

LOCATION : District-wide

DETAILS : Substitute positions work on an as needed basis during the 9.5 month school year. Must be willing to substitute at least (5) times throughout the school year.

COMPENSATION : The Substitute Nurse rate of pay is $31.09 per hour. A full day for a Substitute Nurse would be an 8 hour day. This position works an irregular schedule therefore, this position does not include benefits.

JOB SUMMARY : Support the physical, mental, emotional and social health of students and their success in the learning process; support student success by providing health care assessments, identifying problems, planning, intervention, follow-up and health evaluations for all students within the school setting.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Must have an Associate’s Degree in Nursing.
• A valid and current Missouri Registered Nursing License (RN) is required.
• Current CPR, First Aid, and AEDS certification required.
• Must have at least one year of nursing experience.
• Preference will be given to candidates with prior experience in an educational setting.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES OVERVIEW

• Establish and maintain a safe, accessible, positive, and inviting environment for all members of the school community.
• Maintain confidentiality in accordance with applicable law and district policy.
• Promote and insure universal precautions for the safety of the school community.
• Provide first-aid and emergency care to the school community.
• Provide general school screenings (vision, hearing, scoliosis, and related items) according to school policy and procedures.
• Provide health related assessments and monitoring as needed.
• Serve as a liaison between the school district, medical professional, and parents regarding student health care needs or concerns.
• Identify students with health care needs or potential health care needs and assess potential risk factors.
• Assist with management of care for students with special health care needs.
• Informs administration and/or counseling staff of suspected cases of child abuse, drug abuse, or other instances when signs of abuse may be indicated.
• Coordinate and collaborate with parents, staff and consented health care providers regarding student plans of care.
• Manage and administer medications to students according to policy and procedure.
• Appropriately document all health room visits.
• Notify parents or designated responsible person regarding the health status of the student.
• Other related and appropriate duties as assigned by the Administration.

For more information regarding Substitute School Nurse duties and responsibilities, please view the full Substitute School Nurse Job Description .

AFFTON SCHOOL DISTRICT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER & E-VERIFY PARTICIPANT

Position Type: Substitute/Temporary

Salary: $31.09 Per Hour

Job Categories:

• Student Services > School Nurse

Job Requirements

• At least 1 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
• Associate degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required