Substitute School Health Nurse

This job is also posted in Boyle County Schools

Job : 5974831
Final date to receive applications: May 15, 2027 11:59 PM (Central Standard Time)
Posted: Jul 15, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date: Immediately

POSITION: Substitute School Health Nurse

SALARY

SCHEDULE:

Substitutes & Students

APPROVED BY: Boyle County Board of Education DATE: April 2022

ABOUT US

Kids come first at Boyle County Schools. We’re proud to employ a team of educators and staff who strive for excellence, crave innovation and look for ways to provide students with personalized learning environments. A state and national leader in education, Boyle County Schools elevates more than 2,700 students to the highest levels of achievement through growth in academics, the arts and athletics.

ABOUT THE POSITION

Substitute School Health Nursesare a key ingredient to student success. We are looking for substitute nurses who can join our quest in the physical, mental and social development of the kids in Boyle County. The Substitute will assist with specialized care, within the permitted scope of practice,including various nursing procedures relating to students in a school setting, in the absence of a regular employee.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

This position requires:

• Certificate in practical nursing from an accredited nursing training program.
• Valid Kentucky license to practice asan LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse) or ADN (Associate's Degree in Nursing).
• Valid CPR Certification.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The following are listed for reference. Success will involve the ongoing demonstration of desire and ability to perform responsibilities effectively, efficiently, pleasantly and with a focus on student success.

• Report to the building principal or school secretary upon arrival at the school building.
• Review with the principal, department head, or team leader all plans and schedules to be followed during the day.
• Maintain the established routines and procedures of the school.
• Coordinate care and student emergency action plans related to diabetes, seizures, asthma, allergies and use of emergency medications, i.e. Epi-Pen, Glucagon and Diastat.
• Report to the District Health Coordinator, parents, school staff, health care providers, clinics and other agencies on school medical matters.
• Serve as a resource person to school personnel, pupils, parents, health care providers, and various organizations.
• Assist with the program for handicapped or chronically ill and aids in the appropriate placement of students with exceptional needs.
• Provide specialized health procedures appropriate to the student’s handicap, and give support to parents and teachers of these students.
• Assist in prevention and control of communicable diseases.
• Assist in maintaining a first aid station in all schools.
• Assist with non-instructional duties in other areas of the building or district as assigned.
• Participate in staff activities, meetings, training and events.
• Operate standard school equipment, technological devices and related software programs.
• Maintain student records as specified while maintaining confidentiality.
• Strict adherence to the Policies and Procedures of the Boyle County Board of Education, the Employee Handbook and Kentucky Revised Statutes.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Follow all policies, rules, and procedures to which regular teachers are subject and which good teaching practice dictates.
• Carry out other professional responsibilities including punctuality, reliability, care of equipment and materials, planning, communication, confidentiality, and following district and school policies.
• Ability to use technology for a…