Casual School Nurse

We are seeking an individual who is inspired by our mission and whose beliefs align with our core values of integrity, compassion, inquiry and courage, and reflects our core competencies to join Havergal College as a Casual School Nurse.  This is a casual contract position.

Salary range for this position: $47.00 - $50.00 an hour, depending on experience.

Why Havergal is the Place to Be

Founded in 1894 and located on a beautiful 22-acre campus in midtown Toronto, Canada, Havergal College is one of Canada’s pre-eminent independent schools for girls from Junior Kindergarten through Grade 12.  At Havergal College, we believe that great schools are made up of great people. With a rich history spanning over 130 years, we are committed to offering a contemporary liberal arts education, which is rooted in the Anglican tradition. Our mission is to prepare young women to make a difference. Through our outstanding academic and cocurricular programs, and a cohesive and collegial team of faculty and administration staff, we nurture a culture of capability that fosters self-confidence, leadership, critical thinking and global-mindedness within our students.

We take pride in attracting and retaining highly-qualified faculty and administration staff to ensure that our school remains at the forefront of educational excellence. Join us in this transformative journey of education, working together to empower young women to make a positive difference in our world.

We are committed to building a diverse workforce and an inclusive workplace. We believe that an inclusive environment fosters a culture of mutual respect, creativity and innovation, collaboration and accountability. To this end, we encourage applications from all qualified candidates with a diverse range of experiences and perspectives, including women, BIPOC (Black, Indigenous and People of Colour) peoples, LGBTQ2S+, and persons with disabilities to join our thriving team.  We seek candidates who are committed to nurturing a community where integrity, compassion, inquiry and courage thrive. 

The Position:

Reporting to the Manager of the Health Centre and the Lead Nurse, the School Nurse is responsible for supporting the physical and mental health of students. This role involves providing direct nursing care, including assessing students, administering medication, maintaining current medical documentation, and referring students for services. The work of health promotion with students is also a part of this role.

Specific Accountabilities:

• Provide nursing services at the Health Centre and on-campus (both Upper and Junior Schools) per the practices outlined by the College of Nurses.
• Interested in a minimum of 4 shifts per month.
• Assess students' physical, social, and emotional wellbeing.    
• Establish and maintain therapeutic nurse-student relationships grounded in respect, dignity, professional boundaries, and culturally responsive, trauma-informed care.
• Refer to appropriate medical/support services when necessary (School Physician, Social Work, Emergency Services), and provide treatment and follow-up care where required.
• Communicate with faculty, parents, and students through conversation and the distribution of written information, within the limits of professional confidentiality.
• Work with families of students with prevalent or serious medical conditions to ensure a safe school environment and school care plans.
• Actively partner with the Manager of the Health Centre and report problems or concerns to them.
• Identify, mitigate, and report potential risks to student health and safety, and participate in quality improvement initiatives and emergency preparedness planning.
• Arrange appropriate transportation to medical appointments for boarding students; accompany students to outside support services when required (e.g., hospital).
• Maintain accurate, timely, confidential, and comprehensive documentation in Havergal’s electronic medical records system in accordance with CNO’s Documentation Standard and applicable privacy legislation.               
• Liaise with the Public Health Department to maintain accurate immunization records for Boarding Students.
• Administer immunizations as required, and promote influenza vaccine clinics.          
• Assist with TPH middle school immunization clinics.
• Conduct monthly first-aid kit, EpiPen, and safety equipment checks at the Health Centre and around campus to ensure the kits and equipment are stocked and functional.
• Assess inventory in the Health Centre.
• Ensure students and families are adhering to the concussion protocol. Provide tracking forms, email, and phone calls for updates, and follow up with the appropriate staff on a need-to-know basis.  
• Remain up to date on healthcare issues through seminars, workshops, and readings.
• Promote healthy lifestyles and prevention through bulletin boards, health teaching and age-appropriate presentations for students JK- grade 12.
• Other responsibilities as needed.

Qualifications, Knowledge and Experience

• Registered Nurse in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO).
• Demonstrated commitment to culturally safe and inclusive nursing practice.
• Maintain CPR and AED competency in accordance with Havergal Policy.
• Good knowledge of Google applications.  Adaptable to learning new in-house database and record system.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Minimum of 2 years of Pediatric Nursing experience required.
• Primary care, emergency, or pediatric clinical experience is an asset.
• Ability to manage working in a fast-paced environment.

Demonstrated ability and commitment to the Core Competencies of:

• Inclusive Excellence
• Collaboration & Teamwork
• Integrity & Trust
• Learning Agility
• Communication
• Growth Mindset

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply and express their interest to HC Careers no later than March 6, 2026. This posting is for an existing vacancy. We use an AI transcription tool for note-taking during the initial telephone pre-screening. Candidate consent will be requested before the call, and refusal will not affect your application. If consent is declined, an HR member will take manual notes.

Havergal College thanks all applicants in advance. Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Havergal College is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection process, and work environment in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). We will be happy to work with applicants requesting accommodation at any stage of the hiring process. If you require accommodations, please contact Cathy LeBlanc at 416-483-3519 ext. 6526 or by email at accessibility@havergal.on.ca.