Position: RN- School Nurse
REPORTS TO: Principal
Salary: To be negotiated based on experience, per the Union Contract
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Assists in managing the school health services program with the Coordinator of Student Services and the Principal in compliance with school district health policies, procedures, and protocols
- Strengthens and facilitates the educational process by improving and protecting the health status of students
- Focus on the prevention of illnesses, early detection and intervention for health problems.
- Handles medical needs, care plans, medication plans and communication with parents and medical specialists.
- Handles students or staff that present with symptoms resembling suspected COVID-19 in accordance with the School Policies and Protocols.
- Provide other nursing care as needed
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Provide school health services to students
- Maintain health records including daily health visits
- Document mandated school screenings and immunization compliance
- Coordinate school health activities and health education
- Serve as a liaison between school, home and community regarding health issues
- Communicate with families regarding school attendance
- Other duties as assigned by the Principal and the Coordinator of Student Services
QUALIFICATIONS:
- MA License Certified RN (salary TBD based on certification)
- Current Massachusetts certification in CPR, AED and First Aid
- Approved CORI and Fingerprinting results
- No experience required
- Citizenship, residency or work visa required
- Be at least 18 years old.
- Be in good physical health.
- Up-to-date immunization records.
Salary: $45,174 - $93,835 (subject to change- due to pending contract negotiations) based on experience and credentials.