Substitute - Nurse (ALL: 2026-2027)

Substitute School Nurse for the 2026-2027 School YearPromotes and protects the optimal health status of students. Provides health assessments. Screens and evaluates findings of deficit in vision, hearing, scoliosis, growth, etc. Identifies abnormal health findings. Implements student health plan. Interprets the health status of students to parents and school personnel. Initiates referrals to parents, school personnel or community health resources for interventions, remediation and follow through. Utilizes existing health resources to provide appropriate care of students. Implements procedures and provides for emergency nursing management for injuries/illnesses. Promotes and assists in the control of communicable diseases. Treats confidential information and sensitive situations with discretion. Presents a professional image when representing the school district through word, action and dress. Demonstrates prompt and regular attendance. Performs other duties as requested and required.State of Georgia Licensed Practical Nurse or Registered Nurse Certification.Ability to make (quick and methodical) decisions pertaining to critical care of students and employees. Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal. Excellent organizational skills to include specificity with documentation of records. Ability and knowledge to work effectively as a nurse/paramedic in a school setting.Previous experience working as a nurse preferred. Must hold minimum of LPN licensure.We have an open invitation each Tuesday morning at 8:30 a.m. for applications and background checks through fingerprinting to be eligible to sub for our school system.The cost of processing fingerprints is $52.00. You are able to pay online through this link: Bartow County School System GA - Online Payments.We will also still accept MONEY ORDERS as well.Central Office address: 65 Gilreath Road, Cartersville 30121.Apply online here, but there is additional paperwork (SUBPACKETSCHOOLPREF.pdf) to be completed, as well as turning in the documentation below.You must be 21 years old.additional application materials - linked above and here - SUBPACKETSCHOOLPREF.pdfDrivers' Licensevalid State of Georgia issued nursing license - LPN or RNVoided Check OR Direct Deposit letter from bank for payroll direct depositIf you have any questions about our substitute application process, please email Jennifer Kastensmidt at Jennifer.kastensmidt@bartow.k12.ga.usThe Bartow County Board of Education reserves the right to accept equivalent qualifications as the Board may deem appropriate and acceptable.The Bartow County School System does not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, race, color, national origin or disability in its educational programs, activities or employment practices.