10 Month School Nurse 2025-2026 School Year

City of Fremont; Fairfield (CT); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Fremont is seeking a dedicated Public Health Nurse to promote the health of the school population through direct care and education. Responsibilities include evaluating student health, implementing health plans, and providing first aid. This role requires a Registered Nurse with relevant educational qualifications and at least one year of nursing experience. Join a supportive team committed to fostering a healthy school environment.

Benefits

Paid vacation

Holidays

Sick leave

401(a) retirement plan

Comprehensive health coverage

Life insurance

Optional 457 plan

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse with a Baccalaureate Degree or Diploma/Associate Degree with required credits.
• At least one year of nursing experience within the last five years.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate health and development status of pupils through assessment screening.
• Promote preventive health measures and implement communicable disease control measures.
• Educate the school community about local health facilities.

Skills

Counseling

Health Education

First Aid

Education

Baccalaureate Degree in Nursing

Diploma/Associate Degree in Nursing

Job description

General Responsibilities

Reporting to the Nurse Supervisor, the Public Health Nurse is responsible for promoting the physical and emotional health of the school population through direct care, education, guidance, and consultation. This position is affiliated with the Fairfield Public Nurses Union.

1. Evaluate the health and development status of pupils according to state, local, and agency policies via assessment screening.
2. Report positive findings to parents and coordinate the referral and follow-up process.
3. Counsel, develop, and implement plans with pupils, parents, and school personnel to address health problems affecting teaching or learning.
4. Promote preventive health measures.
5. Implement communicable disease control measures, including surveillance, monitoring, and notification.
6. Serve as a health consultant to school personnel.
7. Participate in individual school’s planning and placement teams.
8. Conduct classroom teaching or provide in-service programs for teachers in relevant subject areas.
9. Provide first aid for accidents and illnesses.
10. Assess environmental health factors and establish emergency care plans to protect health and safety.
11. Maintain accurate and up-to-date health records.
12. Administer medications according to state regulations, physician’s orders, and agency policies.
13. Perform special procedures, e.g., intermittent catheterization, as per physician’s orders.
14. Administer immunizations against preventable diseases.
15. Assist physicians with health assessments conducted in school as needed.
16. Participate in program development for specific issues at individual schools.
17. Arrange for additional health services through school or community resources as necessary.
18. Provide on-site orientation for new school nurses to the school health program.
19. Conduct home visits related to school issues.
20. Educate the school community about local health facilities and systems.
21. Assist in orienting new staff to the school health program.
22. Supervise university students providing situational experiences and supervision as needed.
23. If assigned to schools with health aides, supervise these aides, including orientation, ongoing guidance, and performance evaluations.
24. Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse with a Baccalaureate Degree in Nursing or a Diploma/Associate Degree with at least 15 academic credits in required areas.
• At least one (1) year of nursing experience within the last five (5) years.

Schedule

• Monday – Friday, hours dependent upon assignment.

Affiliation

• Member of Unit #34 of AFT Nurses and Health Professionals Collective Bargaining Unit.

Equal Opportunity Employment

The Town of Fairfield is an equal opportunity employer. We ensure equal employment opportunity for all employees and prohibit discrimination based on race, color, religion, creed, age, marital status, national origin, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or disability.

Our benefits include paid vacation, holidays, sick leave, a 401(a) retirement plan, comprehensive health coverage (medical, prescription, dental, vision), life insurance, and an optional 457 plan.

Application Questions

1. Do you have a Bachelor of Science in Nursing Degree or an Associate Degree? Please specify.
2. Have you previously been employed by the Town of Fairfield? If not, please indicate "N/A". If yes, provide details including dates, roles, and supervisors.