Before School Program Nurse -Berlin Memorial

Berlin-Boylston Regional School District; Berlin (MA); On-site; USD 68,000 - 97,000; Part time

Job summary

Berlin Memorial School seeks a part-time Before School Nurse to support students from 7:00 to 8:30 am, Monday through Friday, August–June. The RN will manage the school health program, provide direct nursing care, and collaborate with families, teachers, and the PPS director.

Qualifications include Massachusetts RN license and CPR/First Aid/AED certifications; experience in pediatric health and school nursing is preferred.

Qualifications

• Massachusetts RN license required.
• Experience in child/pediatric health; school nurse preferred.
• Current CPR, First Aid, and AED certifications.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to stand for long periods and respond to crises.

Responsibilities

• Establishes and manages a comprehensive school health program.
• Promotes safety and ensures an emergency plan exists and is communicated.
• Immunization surveillance and health screenings with referrals and follow-up.
• Maintain health records and report to administration as requested.
• Develop and review procedures for first aid, emergency management and medication administration.
• Provide training for health screening volunteers, assistants, and substitute nurses.
• Maintain inventory of nursing supplies and equipment.
• Provide direct nursing care to meet student and staff needs.
• Collaborate with parents and physicians for health care plans.
• Identify health education needs and deliver related topics.

Skills

Strong written and oral communication

Education

Massachusetts Registered Nurse license

CPR Certification

First Aid Certification

AED Certification

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Before School Program Nurse -Berlin Memorial

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Job Details

Job ID: 5916048

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Sep 04, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Position: Before School Nurse at BMS

Reports To: Before School Program Coordinator, Principal, Lead Nurse, PPS Director

Work Year Days: Days school is in session

Work Hours: 7:00 am - 8:30 am

Desired Qualifications: DESE School Nurse

Salary: $60/hour

Educational/Training/Experience/License Required: Massachusetts Registered Nurse

Accountability Objective: The school nurse is responsible for developing, implementing and managing a school health program consistent with Massachusetts guidelines, regulations and statutes governing nursing practice and school health, as well as local district policies and procedures. The goal of the school nurse is to promote the academic progress/success of students by assisting them to maintain, improve, or adapt to their health status.

We are seeking an RN to provide student services in our before-school program from 7:00 am - 8:30 AM Monday-Friday afternoons when school is in session, August-June. We will consider applicants who wish to job-share 2 or 3 days per week. This is a great opportunity to work with and support a small group of students.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Program Management

• Establishes and manages a comprehensive school health program.
• Promotes positive safety practices both within and outside of school and ensures that the school has an emergency plan which is communicated to staff and students.
• Organizes and implements state-mandated programs such as Immunization surveillance and health related screening programs, including referral, parent notice, and follow-up.
• Maintains comprehensive and updated school health records on each student; utilizes computer heath program to document daily student interactions and other health related information. Provides timely reports to administration as requested.
• Develop, implement, and periodically review and revise written procedures for first aid, emergency management, medication administration, management of health records, mandated screenings, and other health/medical services.
• Provide training for health screening volunteers, assistants, and substitute nurses.
• Maintain written procedures for substitute nurses.
• Budgets, orders and maintains inventory of school nursing supplies and equipment.
• Nursing Services

Demonstrates appropriate nursing assessment skills and collaboration in meeting the heath needs of students and staff.

• Provides direct nursing care to meet the needs of the students and staff, including administering first aid care for injuries, emergency medical care, toileting and personal care when needed, and management of acute and chronic Illnesses.
• Collaborates with parents, student and their physician where appropriate, to develop, implement, and annually update an individualized health care plan for the student.
• Collects and records medically relevant information about the health and development of the student and his or her family.
• Provides medically prescribed interventions and over the counter medications per school physicians standing orders.
• Makes home visits, completes home assessments, and presents assessment results at team meetings for Special education students as requested, with parent and administrative permission.
• Recommend that students consult outside health care providers and/or appropriate school staff for evaluation and follow up, if indicated. Assist students and families in finding medical care when requested.
• Responds to student issues, including issues such as abuse/neglect, Substance use/abuse, family crisis, and other health related concerns.

Collaboration

Collaborates with other professionals, team members, and community providers in assessing, planning, and evaluating programs and other school health activities to ensure coordinated services and prevent duplication.

• Serves as a member of the school’s Crisis Intervention Team.
• Works collaboratively with building staff, administration and the other nurses in the school system.
• Participates in the planning and implementation of new health services.

Health Education

Assists students, families, and groups to achieve optimal levels of wellness through health education and promotion.

• Identifies the need for health education due to identified issues students are facing.
• Provide or assist with health education topics, such as nutrition, health and safety, and sex education.
• Assumes responsibilities for in-service programs for school personnel for universal precautions, first aid, emergency care procedures, and current health issues.
• Act as an educational resource to staff on health/medical issues.

Professional Practice

Applies appropriate nursing theory as the basis for decision making in the school setting while expanding knowledge and skills in response to student health needs.

• Demonstrates current knowledge of best practices in nursing.
• Assumes responsibility for continuing own education and maintaining certificates.
• Obtains consultation from the school physician or other experts as needed.
• Maintains confidentiality of students, families and staff.

Required Qualifications

• Valid License to practice as a registered nurse from the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.
• Experience in Child/Pediatric health, community health, or relevant clinical nursing experience. Experience as a school nurse preferred.
• Current healthcare provider certification in cardiopulmonary resuscitation, first aid, and AED from a recognized provider.
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Ability to stand on one’s feet for long periods of time and move quickly to respond to a crisis.

Position Type: Part-time

Salary: $60 to $60 Per Hour

Job Categories: Student Services > School Nurse

Welcome to Berlin Memorial School

Berlin Memorial School is a beautiful Pre-K through Grade 5 school of 200 students nestled in the rural community of Berlin, MA. It is our mission to provide opportunities for students to achieve their personal best, become responsible and productive citizens, and embrace lifelong learning in a safe and positive environment. We believe all children can learn and excel with developmentally appropriate materials, practices, and strategies. We believe all children deserve a quality education that not only meets but exceeds standards.The Berlin-Boylston Regional Public Schools do not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, pregnancy or pregnancy-related medical conditions, religion, creed, disability, veteran status, genetic information, homelessness or any other class protected by state or federal law.

Job Requirements

• At least 1 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
• Master degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Jannel Fitzpatrick , Director of Pupil Personnel
• 215 Main St
• Boylston, Massachusetts 01505
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]