2026-27 School Nurse (Part-time)

TrulyHired; Worcester (MA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 76,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan (MTRS)

Vision insurance

Job summary

Worcester Cultural Academy is seeking a registered nurse for a part-time role in Worcester, MA. You will be the primary clinical presence on school days, coordinating with the School Nurse Manager and providing direct health care to students with complex needs. Bilingual candidates are encouraged, reflecting our diverse community.

The role includes public health tasks, compliance with FERPA/HIPAA, and training unlicensed staff. 7:30am-3:30pm schedule with in-person work in Worcester.

Qualifications

• Massachusetts RN or LPN licensure is required or pending licensure.
• Bachelor's degree in Nursing is preferred.
• BLS certification required.
• Experience with school-aged children.
• Knowledge of FERPA and HIPAA regulations.

Responsibilities

• Provide episodic and emergency health care to students.
• Develop and maintain health care plans and 504/IEP alignment.
• Administer medications per orders and regulations.
• Coordinate with families, physicians, and health providers.
• Train staff to administer medications and health procedures.

Skills

Bilingual proficiency

Calm demeanor

Patient care in school

Family communication

Multicultural sensitivity

Education

Bachelor's degree in Nursing

Massachusetts RN or LPN licensure

BLS (Healthcare Provider)

DESE School Nurse licensure (preferred)

Tools

School health software

Job description

Worcester Cultural Academy is seeking a skilled, compassionate, and dependable Registered Nurse to join our team in Worcester, MA. This is a part-time position (3 days per week, 8 hours per day) working under the direction of our School Nurse Manager. We are looking for someone who brings clinical expertise, genuine care for children and families, and the ability to be a calm and trusted presence in a busy school environment. Bilingual candidates are strongly encouraged to apply, and we welcome all candidates who reflect the cultural and linguistic diversity of our community.

Who We Are

Worcester Cultural Academy (WCA) is a growing charter public school that opened in August 2023 with a vision of becoming a K-8 community. We launched as a K-4 school and have added a grade every year since - this fall we welcome our first 7th graders. As an EL (Expeditionary Learning) Education school, we believe in hands-on learning that challenges students to grow in three dimensions: mastery of knowledge and skills, character, and high-quality work. We partner with organizations like the EcoTarium, Worcester Art Museum, and Hanover Theater and anchor our curriculum in Learning Expeditions that make learning meaningful and real. Healthy, safe students are the foundation of everything we do - and our school nurse is essential to making that possible.

We want to be honest with prospective candidates: this is energizing, demanding work. Our student population includes children with complex medical needs, severe allergies, and a wide range of health considerations. You will be the primary clinical presence in the building on the days you are here, working in close coordination with our School Nurse Manager who provides continuity and oversight across the full week. If you are someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and genuinely loves working with kids, you will fit right in.

What You'll Do

Direct Student Health Care

• Provide episodic and emergency health care to ill or injured students, responding quickly and calmly to a wide range of situations
• Conduct health assessments, implement interventions, and provide follow-up care for students with acute and chronic health needs
• Manage complex cases with high-need students, including coordination with families, physicians, and outside health care providers
• Develop and maintain Individual Health Care Plans and Emergency Action Plans for students with special health needs, integrating these into 504 plans and IEPs as applicable
• Administer medications and treatments in accordance with physician orders and Massachusetts Department of Public Health regulations

Public Health and Compliance

• Engage in public health functions including disease surveillance, immunization compliance monitoring, and health promotion initiatives
• Maintain accurate, up-to-date health files for each student including cumulative medical records and vaccination documentation
• Maintain a detailed log of medication administration, assessments, interventions, and family communications
• Ensure compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, and school policies including FERPA and HIPAA
• Coordinate hearing, vision, and dental screenings, exams, and follow-up care
• Maintain health cabinets with all necessary medical supplies, including safe handling, storage, and disposal of prescription medications and hazardous waste

Staff Training and Education

• Train unlicensed school personnel to administer scheduled medications and epinephrine in accordance with Massachusetts state regulations
• Educate students and staff on health procedures, policies, and wellness practices
• Serve as a resource to teachers and staff on health-related concerns and accommodations for students with medical needs

Family and Community Engagement

• Communicate proactively and compassionately with families about their child's health needs, incidents, and care plans
• Facilitate referrals to appropriate medical and community-based resources, connecting families with support beyond the school
• Build trusting relationships with families across cultural and linguistic differences, using interpretation support as needed

Coordination and Collaboration

• Work closely and communicate consistently with the School Nurse Manager to ensure seamless continuity of care across the full school week
• Identify students with potential health-related learning needs and coordinate with the Director of Student Supports
• Collaborate with special education staff to ensure health needs are accurately reflected in IEPs and 504 plans
• Support the school's health and wellness initiatives in partnership with the School Nurse Manager

What You Bring

• Current licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts
• Bachelor's degree in Nursing or a related field preferred
• Current DESE licensure as a School Nurse preferred but not required
• Basic Life Support (BLS) through the American Heart Association (Healthcare Provider level)
• Experience working with children in a school, pediatric, or community health setting
• Experience working with students with severe food allergies and complex medical needs strongly preferred
• Knowledge of medical disorders and treatment, child growth and development, and public health procedures
• Familiarity with federal and state laws governing school health services including FERPA and HIPAA
• Comfort with digital platforms and software used in a school health office
• Experience working with English Language Learners and diverse student populations
• Bilingual proficiency strongly preferred - candidates who speak Spanish, Portuguese, or another language represented in our school community are especially encouraged to apply
• Calm, organized, and dependable - able to prioritize and respond effectively when multiple students need attention at once
• Genuine warmth and care for children and families across a wide range of backgrounds and needs

Worcester Cultural Academy Charter Public School is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation/gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Visit our school website www.WorcesterCulturalAcademy.org

Job Type: Part-time (3 days per week, 8 hours per day)

Benefits: Dental insurance, Health insurance, Life insurance, Paid time off, Retirement plan (MTRS), Vision insurance

Schedule: 3 days per week, Monday through Friday - specific days flexible; 7:30am-3:30pm

Work Location: In person - Worcester, MA