School Nurse – Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) | Substitute week of March 23-27 | Tacoma, WA | 2025–2026 School Year

Ampersand Therapy is hiring a dedicated and compassionate Substitute Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to serve as a 1-1 School Nurse for the 2025–2026 school year in University Place, Washington. This is a temporary, in-person 1:1 position serving a student with health needs. If you’re passionate about student wellness and want to work with a values-driven, therapist-run organization, we’d love to hear from you!

Job Highlights:

• Location: University Place, WA
• Position: School Nurse (RN or LPN) : 1-1 support for student with trach and g tube
• Schedule: March 23-27
• Setting: School Setting
• Short Term Position
• In-person only

Qualifications:

• Valid Washington State RN or LPN license (DOH) or compact
• G-tube and trach/vent experience
• Experience working with medically complex individuals
• Pediatric experience
• Fingerprinting and background check required prior to start
• Previous experience in school nursing, pediatrics, or public health preferred

Benefits & Perks:

• Paid Sick Leave
• Healthcare Benefits*
• 401(k) with company matching
• W-2 employment with general and professional liability insurance
• Reimbursement for licensure, CEUs, and other professional expenses
• Mileage reimbursement at IRS rate between school sites
• Referral bonuses
• No non-compete clauses
• Paid time off for volunteer work and donation matching*(*Benefits apply to 0.8 FTE and above, following a short waiting period)

Why Work With Ampersand Therapy?Ampersand Therapy is a local, women- and therapist-operated company founded by providers who understand what it’s like to work in schools. Our mission is to build a community of therapists who feel supported, appreciated, and empowered to make a difference. We proudly serve school districts throughout Western Washington and across several other states. You’ll work alongside a small, passionate team of school-based specialists—some of whom are still active providers in schools themselves. We offer mentorship and support, especially for newer school-based specialists, and are deeply committed to equity, sustainability, and community involvement.

Our Values:

• Equity & Inclusion: We’re actively working to build a diverse, inclusive culture and support racial justice. We donate to organizations like The Conscious Kid and provide anti-racism resources to our team.
• Community Engagement: We volunteer with and support nonprofits such as Special Olympics, Project Canine, and The Moth — and empower our team to support the causes that matter most to them.
• Environmental Sustainability: We reduce paper use, seek low-waste therapy options, and are committed to maintaining a negative carbon footprint.

Join our team of passionate school-based clinicians in Washington and make a lasting impact with students!