Substitute School Nurse

Begin a fulfilling career with the State of Indiana by joining one of the largest employers in the state, offering a range of opportunities across 60+ agencies. At the state, you'll find competitive compensation, a robust benefits package and a commitment to work-life balance. Most importantly, you'll have the chance to make a real and measurable impact on the lives of Hoosiers across Indiana.

Indiana School for the Blind & Visually Impaired (ISBVI):
The School is nationally and internationally recognized for its excellence and best practices in educating children and young adults who are blind or have low vision. The School is a critical resource for Indiana’s children who are blind or have low vision and the teachers, parents, and caregivers who work with them. Every year, we educate hundreds of children and young adults ranging from 3 to 22 years old and living in all parts of Indiana, many of whom, due to severe or multiple disabilities, other schools in the state have difficulty serving or cannot serve.

Role Overview:

The School Nurse provides health assistance to residential and non-residential students who are on campus for educational programming and supportive services. You will assess patient health problems and needs, develop and implement nursing care plans, and maintain medical records.

You must be licensed as a Registered Nurse (RN) in the State of Indiana or be eligible to apply for RN licensure.

This is a substitute position. Hours could include first, second, or third shifts. Hours will be arranged in advance with the supervisor.

Pay Rate:

This position traditionally starts at $31.91 per hour but may be commensurate with education and work experience.

Program Administration Support

• Prioritize and organize the daily care of patients.
• Make care assignments and assist in developing treatment plans in collaboration with other clinical staff.
• •Direct support staff to coordinate workflow and communicate concerns to unit supervisors.
• Complete required documentation, including nursing notes, transfer forms, and related records, to ensure accurate and timely reporting.
• Provide orientation, guidance, and ongoing support to staff on the unit.

Program Management Support

• Provide continuous assessment and comprehensive documentation of each individual’s physical and psychosocial status from admission through discharge to support informed care decisions.
• Administer medications and treatments in accordance with facility policies, procedures, and regulatory standards.
• Develop, implement, and update nursing care plans in response to diagnoses or changes in treatment plans to meet evolving needs.
• Complete medication administration supervision, monitoring tasks, and clinical observation notes for support staff.
• Educate individuals and their families on medications, procedures, treatment goals, and ongoing care expectations.
• Respond to and intervene in emergency situations and episodes of agitation to maintain safety and a therapeutic environment.
• Ensure adherence to safety protocols and infection control standards to protect both staff and individuals on the unit.

The job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time.

Credentials:

• Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Nursing from an accredited college.
• Active Registered Nurse License in the State of Indiana.
• Must hold and maintain CPR certification.
• Must stay current with behavioral intervention training applicable to the assigned setting.

Additional qualifications:

• Critical Thinking
  • Ability to understand and apply medical and facility terminology.
  • Knowledge of and ability to interpret nursing and facility policies and procedures.

• Communication
  • Effective interpersonal skills, verbal, and written communication skills.
  • Ability to serve as a patient advocate.

• Stress Management
  • Ability to respond effectively in emergency situations and maintain composure under pressure.
  • Ability to support individuals with behavioral or emotional needs.

• Organizational Navigation
  • Proficiency in computer skills and ability to learn programs used in maintaining electronic medical records.
  • Ability to use MS Office applications and electronic patient records.

• Ability to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

Benefits of Employment with the State of Indiana:

This seasonal position does not offer benefits and is limited to 180 working days in an eleven (11) month continuous period.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

The State of Indiana is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to recruiting, selecting, developing, and promoting employees based on individual ability and job performance. Reasonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to complete the application and interview process as well as perform the essential functions of a role. If you require reasonable accommodations to complete this application, you can request assistance by contacting the Indiana State Personnel Department at jobs@spd.IN.gov.