Nurse; RN - Substitute

Nurse (RN) - Contract Substitute -  School Year

Job

• Position Type:
  Nursing / School Nurse
• Date Posted: 7/1/2026
• Location:
  
  District wide
• Date Available:
  
  As soon as practical

• Current Registered Nursing (RN) license to practice in New York State
• Current Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification
• Experience in pediatrics and/or public health preferred
• School nursing or acute care experience preferred
• Knowledge of diabetes management, including insulin pumps and pens
• Experience with seizure management
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to perform skilled nursing procedures, including:
  • Catheterization
  • Gastrostomy care
  • Tube feedings
  • Insulin administration
  • Nebulizer treatments

Substitute School Nurses provide health services to students and staff and may be required to respond to immediate health‑related concerns. Responsibilities include consulting with students, staff, and families, and ensuring proper documentation and communication with the School Nurse, Building Principal, and/or Nurse Coordinator.

• Administering medications and treatments
• Providing care for illnesses and injuries
• Implementing Individualized Health Plans (IHPs) and emergency care plans
• Maintaining accurate and timely documentation of all health encounters

• Collaborate with Building Administration and the Nurse Coordinator to support communication among students, staff, families, and community providers, as appropriate
• Protect and promote student health in accordance with NYS Nursing Standards and licensure requirements
• Provide first aid and emergency care to students and staff
• Administer medications in accordance with physician orders and NYS guidelines for medication administration in schools
• Maintain accurate records in compliance with the NYS Nurse Practice Act and report appropriately to district administrators
• Complete student and staff accident/insurance reports as required

The West Irondequoit Central School District complies with the U.S. Civil Rights Act of 1964 and Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 (Part 86). The District provides equal employment opportunities to all individuals and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, military status, or status as a victim of domestic violence.