Substitute Nurses (Per Diem

Substitute Nurses (Per Diem) - District Wide

• Position Type: SUBSTITUTES/TEMP SUPPORT/ NURSE SUB
• Date Posted: 7/29/2026
• Location:
  
  System Wide
• Date Available:
  
  08/31/2026
• Closing Date:
  Hiring on a rolling basis

Portland Public Schools seeks school nurses needed to serve various schools in the Portland Public Schools, working on an  as needed  basis. Responsibilities include assessment and treatment for injury and illness, medication administration, assistance managing and monitoring chronic illnesses such as diabetes and asthma, and various nursing services depending on the school.

• Must have a desire to work with children and/or adolescents and an understanding of nursing care for children and adolescents
• Must be a Registered Nurse

• Must possess a current license to practice as a professional RN in Maine
• Wage: over $32.79 per hour ($32.79 was the 25-26 wage; the 26-27 wage will be slightly higher)
• Benefits: This position is per diem, and not eligible for employer benefits, but substitutes do accrue Earned Paid Leave (EPL) as per Maine law
• Earned Paid Leave (EPL) accrual:
  • 1 hour of leave for every 40 hours worked
  • More details can be found here

Portland Public Schools is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation or disability, as defined and required by state and federal laws.