About this role
Job DetailsJob Location: Lower School - San Jose, CA 95130Salary Range: $45.00 - $50.00 HourlyThe Harker School is seeking substitute nurses to provide coverage for our full-time school nurses when they are away. This is a flexible, as-needed opportunity, with assignments ranging from a few hours to several days across our K–12 campuses.
The substitute nurse plays an important role in supporting the health, safety and well-being of our students. While on assignment, the substitute nurse will manage the daily responsibilities of the school health office, including evaluating and caring for students who become ill or injured, administering medications as appropriate and occasionally providing care to employees.
This is a great opportunity for a registered nurse who is looking to pick up additional hours around another job or personal commitments, gain experience working with children and adolescents, or explore school nursing as a potential future career.
For full-day assignments, substitute nurses will receive a one-hour lunch break.
Qualifications
Current, active and unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license in California
Bachelor’s degree in nursing preferred
Current CPR certification
Strong organizational skills with careful attention to accuracy and detail
Genuine interest in working with students and families within a vibrant and diverse school community
Strong work ethic, reliability and initiative
Ability to calmly triage, assess and care for students in a fast-paced environment
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Sound professional judgment and discretion
Ability to maintain confidentiality and composure under pressure
Flexibility to work on an as-needed basis across Harker’s K–12 campuses
Our Mission: Our mission is to educate students for success at college and beyond and to foster kindness, respect and integrity within a safe and nurturing environment. We achieve academic excellence through the development of intellectual curiosity, personal accountability and a love of learning. Our comprehensive program and exceptional faculty and staff help students discover, develop and enjoy their unique talents. We honor individuality, embrace diversity, and promote leadership and service, preparing students to take their place as global citizens.
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