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SubSource Substitute Position - Healthcare

SubSource - Multiple Cities, AZ - Part Time to Full Time

If you are looking for a career with purpose, supported by a team of truly compassionate people, look no further! ESI partners with school districts throughout Arizona and likely one near you.

Substituting is your opportunity to secure a flexible, rewarding career. Substitute school healthcare staff have the unique ability to make their own schedule, while supporting their community and making a difference in the lives of children.

Use the dropdown menu in the application to see which school districts partner with ESI for healthcare substitutes.

What you need:

Valid Arizona IVP fingerprint clearance card (*Required for ALL substitute positions with ESI)
Valid CPR & First Aid certifications (Basic Life Support (BLS) certification acceptable in lieu of CPR)
Valid RN license authorizing practice in AZ (**required for nurse substitutes)
Valid MA (medical assistant) license (**required for medical assistant substitutes)
Valid I-9 documents for verification of identity and US employment authorization
Proof of immunity to rubeola (measles) and rubella (German measles), or proof of MMR immunization (if born in 1957 or later), or may be authorized to waive
Pass ESI’s supplemental mandatory criminal background check
Must be 18 years of age or older

Important: When applying, please enter your legal first and last name as they appear on your ID to prevent any unnecessary delays.

What types of positions there are (position availability varies by district):

Nurse substitute positions require a valid RN license and fulfill the duties of the primary nurse in a school’s health office.
Health aide substitute positions require valid CPR & First Aid certifications and support the supervising school nurse.
Medical assistant substitute positions require a valid medical assistant (or LPN) license and support the supervising school nurse.

What you may do as a nurse substitute:

Provide preventative routine and emergency health care to students including administering medications based on individual health care and emergency plans.
Promote wellness and serve as a resource for health concerns in the school setting.
Follow communicable disease control procedures and inform administration and/or parents regarding school exclusion and readmission.
Comply with state law and district policies and regulations relative to the administration of medication and documenting interactions.
Serve as a liaison between the home and school regarding student health concerns.
Maintain timely and accurate health records.
Maintain a professional relationship with all students and staff in accordance with district & ESI policy.
Ensure adequate supervision to assure health, welfare, and safety of all students.

What you may do as a health aide or medical assistant substitute:

Provide essential health and medical support to students and staff, under the direction of school nurses.
Administer basic first aid and emergency care to students in accordance with school policies and procedures.
Maintain accurate and confidential student health records, including documenting health room activities and screenings.
Assist with health screenings, assist with administering medication, assist with clerical tasks, and ensure the health room is clean, safe, organized, and properly stocked with first aid supplies.
Adhere to all school/district policies and procedures related to health services and student safety.
Maintain a professional relationship with all students and staff in accordance with district & ESI policy.

What you get:

Competitive daily or hourly rates that vary by district and position type
Paid Sick Time (PST), earn 1 hour for every 30 hours worked, up to 40 hours PST per school year
Medical benefits available to substitutes that qualify
Friendly, knowledgeable help from ESI available via phone, email, or text

NOTE: Provide your personal email address in the application as this is how ESI will primarily communicate with you throughout the hiring process. Periodically check your spam/junk folder as these emails can sometimes get mis-categorized by your email service.

Serving Arizona for over 25 years, ESI is focused on helping solve the staffing crisis for public school districts, governments, and colleges. Our mission: "With integrity and heart, we support and serve those who educate and serve our community."

ESI's featured services include a return-to-work program and the largest substitute staffing program in the state. ESI has proudly served over 13,000 of Arizona's public retirees and actively employs over 7,000 substitute educators.

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First name*

Last name*

Email address*

Location *

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List any other legal names (first or last) that you have used in the past or that may be on your required documents (e.g. maiden name, married name, etc.). Type N/A if none.*

What is your highlest level of education completed?*

Select the district you would like to substitute in.*

What type of Substitute position are you applying for with ESI? Review job description if you are unsure.*

Do you hold a valid Arizona IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card?*

If you have a valid IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card or have applied for one, please enter your IVP/application number (ex: IVPXXXXXXX). If you do not have one, please enter N/A.*

If you have a valid IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card, please also enter your Card Number as shown on the front of your card (ex: 2025B#####). If you do not have one, please enter N/A.*

Have you ever worked for ESI before?*

Do you hold a valid CPR (or BLS - Basic Life Support) certification?*

Do you hold a valid First Aid certification?*

Do you hold a valid medical licensure/certification that allows practice in Arizona? (RN, LPN, MA, EMT, Paramedic, CNA, etc)*

RN (Registered Nurse)LPN/LVN (Licensed Practical Nurse / Licensed Vocational Nurse)MA (Medical Assistant)EMT (Emergency Medical Technician)CNA (Certified Nursing Assistant)

If Yes to the above, please enter the TYPE of licensure/certification you hold, the unique license/certification NUMBER found on your certificate, and the expiration date of your current license/certificate. If you do not have a certificate, enter N/A.*

How long have you worked in a medical setting?*

Have you previously worked in a school health setting? If so, how long have you worked in a school health setting?*

***Please answer all parts of the questions below thoroughly and completely. Your responses will serve as a screening interview with ESI and should reflect your best effort. To help us gain an authentic understanding of your perspective and ideas, we ask that you do not use AI tools (e.g., ChatGPT, Gemini, or similar) to develop responses. We value thoughtful responses that reflect your personal experiences and ideas to the following questions. Incomplete or insufficient responses may result in a rejection with a possible opportunity to reapply.*

I acknowledge the statements above.

Medication request without clear documentation - You’re covering the health office for the day. Just before lunch, a 3rd grader walks in and says, “I’m supposed to get my medicine — Nurse Garcia gives it to me every day.” The regular nurse didn’t leave specific notes about this student, and you don’t see their name on any handoff sheet. Tell us what steps you would take to address the situation.*

A disclosure during a routine visit - A 2nd grader comes to your office for an ice pack after bumping her knee at recess. While you’re with her, she quietly says, “My uncle who lives with us hits me when he’s mad. Please don’t tell my mom.” What would you do, in what order, and what would you say to the student?*

Have you ever had a professional license or teaching certificate revoked or suspended?*

If Yes to the above, you must provide a thorough explanation. If No, enter "N/A" below.*

Are you currently or have you ever been subject to an investigation by any state board of nursing, department of education or police department, and/or been placed on administrative leave?*

If Yes to the above, you must provide a thorough explanation. Otherwise, enter "N/A" below.*

Have you ever had prior disciplinary action including fines, reprimands, or remedial actions?*

If Yes to the above, you must provide a thorough explanation. Otherwise, enter "N/A" below.*

Have you ever failed to be rehired, been asked to resign from a position, resigned to avoid termination, or been terminated from employment?*

If Yes to the above, you must provide a thorough explanation. Otherwise, enter "N/A" below.*

Have you ever been arrested and/or fingerprinted for any offense regardless of its outcome in court?

(Please note: A conviction will not necessarily bar you from employment. Facts, such as date of occurrence and rehabilitation will be considered. This information will be used only for job-related purposes and only to the extent permitted by applicable law.)*

If Yes to the above, you must provide a thorough explanation. Otherwise, enter "N/A" below.*

Are you able to perform the essential job functions with or without a reasonable accommodation?*

Are you eligible to work in the United States?*

Have you ever been convicted of, admitted committing, or are awaiting trial on Child Abuse charges? (Please note: Applicants are not obligated to disclose sealed or expunged records.)*

Does your name appear on any Sex Offender Database in any state or country?*

How did you hear about this opportunity?*

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