Bosque School·Albuquerque, New Mexico
The Substitute School Nurse assesses and treats the health needs of students and staff, including administering first aid and medications, and providing critical care services to medically fragile students as needed. This role also involves maintaining accurate health records and collaborating with various stakeholders to promote health and wellness within the school community.
Substitute school nurse: Part-Time, As Needed
The Substitute School Nurse fills in for the school nurse when they are absent or are providing care to students and staff or teaching. The Sub Nurse serves a pivotal role that bridges health care and education, and will manage and coordinate many responsibilities in order to ensure the well-being of our community. The nurse reports to the Director of WELLBEING and works in close partnership with the Head of School, Division Heads, student support team, staffulty, the Medical Reserve Corps Student team, students’ health care providers, students, and families to promote health and wellness at Bosque School.
• Work closely with Bosque School Medical Reserve Corps (MRC) [https://www.bosqueschool.org/academics/differentiators/medical-reserve-corp] and the MRC Adult Leadership (including the program coordinator, physician medical director(s), consulting pharmacist and volunteers) to assist in the management, oversight and education/training of students in the MRC program, with a focus on overseeing student providers in engaging with hands-on patient care experience including charting. In addition, collaborate to adapt existing and create new policies and procedures related to patient care, HIPAA, FERPA, and MRC.
Absolute commitment to the confidentiality of sensitive information.
Remain current on relevant trends in school nursing and student health and wellness and seek ongoing professional development, and develop a school nursing network of professional peers.
Attend Staffulty meetings and professional development opportunities deemed necessary by supervisor.
In and outside of the classroom/office, model a commitment and growth mindset towards manifesting Bosque’s mission, core values [https://www.bosqueschool.org/about], and Equity, Community, and Culture Principles and Best Practices for All Employees [https://www.bosqueschool.org/about/ecc/ecc-principles-best-practices]. Demonstrate a commitment to working with culturally diverse students, families, and colleagues and contributing to building and maintaining an inclusive community.
Acknowledge and adhere to policies and procedures outlined in the Bosque School Employee Handbook.
Other duties as assigned.
Bosque School, founded in 1994, is a non-profit, co-educational independent school serving approximately 350 students in grades 6-12, located in sunny, culturally dynamic, and affordable Albuquerque, New Mexico. Our mission is to create transformative learning experiences that empower a diverse community of students to lead lives of intellectual curiosity, personal integrity, and compassionate contribution to a more just world. We manifest our mission through our core values of inspiring academic excellence, cultivating community, fostering integrity, and learning from place. Our dynamic, immersive, interdisciplinary learning environment challenges each student to think critically, creatively approach problems, and collaborate effectively with cultural competence. Bosque School has been voted the best private school in Albuquerque multiple years running by the Albuquerque Journal Readers’ Choice Awards. Click here [https://www.bosqueschool.org/admission] to experience a virtual tour of Bosque School. For out-of-state candidates, you can access information about relocating to Albuquerque on our employment page [https://www.bosqueschool.org/about/employment].
Candidates must be a Licensed Registered Nurse in New Mexico with BLS/AED Certifications, and preferably hold a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) and have 3-5 years of professional nursing experience, with school or pediatric nursing preferred. Essential qualities include the ability to make quick decisions, flexibility, strong communication skills, and an absolute commitment to confidentiality.
Market context
In New Mexico, substitute school nurse roles are typically driven by day-to-day coverage needs across districts, so availability and licensure matter. This role is competitive because employers often prefer an RN with BLS/AED certification, school or pediatric experience, and a BSN, even when those are not always required. Before applying, confirm your New Mexico RN license and certifications are current, and review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time compared with reading the full posting.