Substitute School Nurse

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing coverage for RNESU schools when regular school nursing staff are absent.
• Support the health, safety, and well-being of students by providing appropriate nursing care.
• Respond to student health needs.
• Administer medications and treatments as authorized.
• Collaborate with school staff, families, and healthcare providers as needed.

Qualifications

• Current Vermont Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license in good standing.
• Current CPR/AED and First Aid certification preferred.
• School nursing experience preferred but not required.
• Experience working with children and adolescents preferred.
• Ability to work collaboratively with students, families, faculty, and staff.
• Strong communication, organization, judgment, and confidentiality skills.
• Ability to respond calmly and appropriately to a variety of student health needs.

Benefits

• Located in the northeast section of Rutland County and the southwest section of Addison County, Vermont.
• Supports six elementary schools and one middle/high school, serving approximately 1,500 students from Pre‑K through 12th grade in the communities of Brandon, Chittenden, Goshen, Leicester, Mendon, Pittsford, Sudbury, and Whiting.
• Dedicated to the development of character, competence, creativity, and community.
• Region offers abundant opportunities for outdoor recreation, sports, and cultural activities.
• Nearby attractions include the Paramount Theater in Rutland City and Pico Mountain in Mendon.
• The Appalachian Trail and Long Trail meet in the Mendon area, while Killington Mountain offers four‑season recreation.
• Easy access to golf, colleges, and travel throughout Vermont and neighboring New York.