Substitute School Nurse
Company: Roane County Schools
Location: Kingston
Posted on: February 16, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Substitute School Nurse
Qualifications: LPN Graduate of an accredited School of Practical
Nursing with a current good standing Tennessee Practical Nursing
License or other legal credential required Current certification in
CPR BLS for Healthcare Provider 3 years of nursing experience
(pediatric experience is a plus) Alternatives to the above
qualifications as the Board may find appropriate and acceptable
Critical thinking skills Overseeing medication administration,
health care procedures, and the development of healthcare plans
Overseeing vision, hearing, body mass index, and mental health
screening procedures Proficiency in enteral feedings,
catheterizations, and diabetic monitoring preferred Physical
ability to endure extended periods of standing, walking, running,
sitting and/or stair climbing. Ability to push/lift/carry up to 40
pounds. Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel preferred Ability
to communicate with teachers/parents/children Professional
appearance Dependable transportation to site Reports to: Principal
Performance Responsibilities: Conducts school programs of
immunization, physical examinations, sight and hearing testing as
directed by Health Services . Observes students on a regular basis
to detect health needs. Instructs teachers on screening students
for health defects. Maintains up-to-date cumulative health records
on all students. Reports to parents, school personnel, physicians,
clinics, and other agencies on student health matters. Assumes
authority, in the absence of a physician, for the care of a student
or staff member who has suffered an injury or emergency illness.
Administers first aid in accordance with established first aid
procedures. Implements Board policy on exclusion and readmission of
students in connection with infectious and contagious diseases.
Participates in in-service training programs. Assists school
personnel in maintaining sanitary standards in schools. Performs
job duties under the supervision of Registered Nurse. Perform
responsibilities according to the Nurse Practice Act and Roane
County Schools Policy and Procedure Manual.
Keywords: Roane County Schools, Kingsport , Substitute School Nurse, Healthcare , Kingston, Tennessee
