Daily Substitute Nurse
Atlanta, Georgia
- Eligibility
- RN
- Shift
- Nights
Posted Aug 26
What the listing says
Role
- Schedule
- Nights
- Term
- Per Diem
- On the floor
- On call
- Setting
- School
- Accepts
- RN
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About this role
Pace Academy is an independent college preparatory school in Atlanta, Ga., with an enrollment of 1,150 students in Pre-First through 12th grade. The school provides a learning environment that cultivates global citizenship, a spirit of service, respect for differences and strong character in its students. Our commitment to a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture is reflected in a community in which differences are embraced, and students, parents/caregivers, faculty and staff have a sense of belonging.
At Pace, we hire culturally competent and responsive candidates who believe in the critical importance of diversity, equity and inclusion in the life of a school and can effectively incorporate those principles in their work. Pace actively seeks candidates from historically underrepresented populations.
The Daily Substitute Nurse covers short term daily nurse absences and/or long term leaves of absence. This is an on-call position that requires a flexible schedule.
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Essential duties and
Responsibilities
Administers medical care for sick and injured students
Develops individual treatment plans for continuing care or observation
Dispenses prescribed medications to students as ordered by a physician
Provides health education to students and employees as appropriate
Assists the school staff and/or students in understanding and managing student health issues
Consults with other nurses, school staff, healthcare providers, parents and students on health issues as appropriate
Obtains and files a current and complete health form and vaccination record for every student every school year
Maintains a daily record of student interventions and coordinates reports with other Pace Academy nurses
May be required to chaperone field trips, including overnight trips
Refer athletics injuries to Athletic Trainer as needed for follow-up care
Other duties as assigned
Minimum
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in nursing from an accredited college or university
Current Georgia license to practice as a Registered Professional Nurse
CPR certification
Knowledge of scoliosis, immunizations, hearing/vision screening techniques
Knowledge of nursing policies, procedures, protocols, standards of care in accordance with state policy and Nurse Practice Act
Able to perform CPR and utilize AED machine
Must be knowledgeable of federal, state and local laws, regulations, and/or processes as related to providing healthcare services and regarding appropriate first aid techniques
Must be able to successfully manage multiple tasks and apply critical-thinking skills
Ability to collaborate effectively with school personnel, parents and diverse groups of people
Ability to maintain confidentiality, discretion and integrity
Excellent organizational and leadership skills
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
Working conditions
Regular exposure to infectious material/diseases
Regular exposure to chemicals/solvents
May have to lift and carry 50-60 pounds with assistance
While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be regularly required to stand, sit, talk, hear, reach, stoop, kneel, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer, telephone and keyboard
Department
All Divisions
Reports To
Head Nurse
FLSA Status
Hourly, Non-Exempt
How to Apply: Attach the following in a Word or PDF format; Resume, Cover Letter, List of three references when applying online.
Equal Employment Opportunity Employer
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Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in nursing from an accredited college or university
- Current Georgia license to practice as a Registered Professional Nurse
- CPR certification
- Knowledge of scoliosis, immunizations, hearing/vision screening techniques
- Knowledge of nursing policies, procedures, protocols, standards of care in accordance with state policy and Nurse Practice Act
- Able to perform CPR and utilize AED machine
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- Must be knowledgeable of federal, state and local laws, regulations, and/or processes as related to providing healthcare services and regarding appropriate first aid techniques
- Must be able to successfully manage multiple tasks and apply critical-thinking skills
- Ability to collaborate effectively with school personnel, parents and diverse groups of people
- Ability to maintain confidentiality, discretion and integrity
- Excellent organizational and leadership skills
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
Place
- City
- Atlanta, Georgia
- Median rent
- $1,711/mo
- Local household income
- $85,652/yr
- Metro price level
- about the national average
rent and tenant-paid utilities · Census ACS 2024
all local households, not nurse pay · Census ACS 2024
Atlanta area index 100.1, where 100 is the national average.
Atlanta blends Southern hospitality with big-city energy, offering nurses a dynamic place to land. From the tree-lined streets of Buckhead to the vibrant pulse of Midtown, Georgia's capital delivers major hospital networks, diverse cuisine, and professional sports. Mild winters and a booming healthcare sector make it a compelling relocation choice.
Cost figures from U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis · 2024 metro Regional Price Parities · Census ACS 2024.
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