Substitute School Nurse

Costa Mesa, CAFull-timePosted Sep 30, 2026

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Job Summary

Make a Difference. Enjoy Flexibility. Support Students. Are you a Registered Nurse looking for meaningful, flexible work where you can make a difference in the lives of students? The Orange County Department of Education (OCDE) is looking for a compassionate and dependable Substitute School Nurse to support students in our ACCESS Alternative Education program.

This is a great opportunity for a nurse who enjoys working with young people and wants the flexibility of a substitute schedule. You'll work approximately 2–3 days per week, with opportunities for additional days as needed, providing essential health services when our regular nursing staff are unavailable. Short Term School Nurse Why You’ll Love This Opportunity - $200 per day

  • Approximately 2–3 days per week
  • Additional workdays may be available
  • Meaningful, student-centered work
  • Collaborate with educators, families, counselors, and other professionals
  • Help students feel safe, supported, and ready to learn What You’ll Do As a Substitute School Nurse, you’ll provide nursing and health-related services to students across OCDE’s ACCESS school sites. You may assess illnesses or injuries, respond to medical needs and emergencies, administer medications, support students with chronic health conditions, implement individualized health plans, and collaborate with families and school staff. Short Term School Nurse What We’re Looking For Candidates must have a valid California Registered Nurse license, a bachelor’s degree or higher, and a valid California School Nurse Services Credential (Preliminary or Clear). Experience in California public education is highly desirable. Short Term School Nurse READY TO MAKE AN IMPACT? Bring your nursing experience to a role where every day is an opportunity to support a student. Apply today through EDJOIN and join the OCDE team!

Requirements

/ Qualifications Candidates must have a valid California Registered Nurse license, a bachelor’s degree or higher, and a valid California School Nurse Services Credential (Preliminary or Clear). Experience in California public education is highly desirable TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION, PLEASE APPLY ON THIS POSTING.

A RESUME WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED IN LIEU OF THE ONLINE APPLICATION

Description copied from Orange County Department of Education's careers page. Read the full posting before you apply.

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