The 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.
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Current, active and unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license in California
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Bachelor’s degree in nursing preferred
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Current CPR certification
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Strong organizational skills with careful attention to accuracy and detail
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Genuine interest in working with students and families within a vibrant and diverse school community
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Strong work ethic, reliability and initiative
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Ability to calmly triage, assess and care for students in a fast-paced environment
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Strong written and verbal communication skills
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Sound professional judgment and discretion
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Ability to maintain confidentiality and composure under pressure
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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.
Skills Required
- Current, active, unrestricted Registered Nurse license in California
- Bachelor’s degree in nursing
- Current CPR certification
- Strong organizational skills and attention to accuracy and detail
- Ability to triage, assess, and care for students calmly 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 as needed across K–12 campuses
What We Do
The Harker School is a coeducational, independent, college-preparatory day school serving students in TK-12th grade on three campuses in San Jose, California. Founded in 1893, its goal is to develop lifelong learners and well-rounded global citizens.
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