This substitute school nurse position supports students across a middle school setting along the Mississippi Gulf Coast, stepping in to provide day-to-day health services when the school's primary nurse is unavailable. You will manage the health office, assess and respond to student illness or injury, administer medications according to established health plans, and communicate with families and staff about student wellbeing. Familiarity with individualized health plans and chronic condition management is an asset in this kind of role.
Working as a substitute nurse means adapting quickly to a new building's routines and student population, often with limited lead time. You will collaborate with teachers, counselors, and administrators to ensure students receive consistent care throughout the school day. A current Mississippi nursing licence is required, and experience in a pediatric or school-based setting will serve you well in this position.