Extended Day School Nurse

Shrewsbury Public Schools; Shrewsbury (MA); On-site; USD 68,000 - 97,000; Part time

Job summary

Shrewsbury Public Schools is seeking an Extended Day School Nurse to support students during before- and after-school hours at our nine on-campus locations in Shrewsbury, MA. The position offers flexible shifts based on program needs and school calendar.

Responsibilities include nursing duties per Massachusetts guidelines, collaborating with school teams, maintaining health records, and administering medications with emergency care when needed.

Qualifications

• Must hold MA RN license (or be eligible) and CPR certification.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Nursing from an accredited program.
• School nurse educator license is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Perform professional nursing duties per Massachusetts guidelines and district policy.
• Collaborate with school and nursing departments to support medical needs.
• Manage health services for students in extended day and respond to emergencies.
• Maintain confidential health records compliant with laws.
• Provide medication administration and first aid/emergency care.
• Assist in disease prevention and safety practices.
• Coordinate with families and community providers to optimize care.

Skills

Nursing

RN License MA

CPR Certification

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Nursing

Job description

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Extended Day School Nurse

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Job Details

Job ID: 5940662

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Sep 25, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Posted: September 4, 2026 Closed: September 18, 2026

Employment Opportunity: Shrewsbury Public Schools

POSITION: School Nurse(s) – Extended Day Program

2026-2027 School Year

Shrewsbury Public Schools is currently accepting applications for Extended Day School Nurse positions. Flexible Hours: Before-school, after-school, or combined shifts are available based on your interest. Location: On-campus at any one of our 9 school locations (location is flexible and based on student and program needs).

Before School Program Hours: 7:00am-8:45am, Monday-Friday when school is in session

After School Program Hours: 3:15pm-6:00pm, Monday-Friday when school is in session*
*Please note that the Extended Day program may operate on early release days, hours to be determined based on school calendar and program needs.

Internal candidates will be compensated at their regular hourly per diem rate. External candidates will be compensated at an anticipated rate of $60.00 per hour and is contingent upon experience.

Candidates with diverse racial, ethnic, cultural, religious, class, and/or gender backgrounds and experiences are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Perform professional nursing duties consistent with Massachusetts guidelines, regulations, and statutes governing nursing, school health, and local district policy.
• Work collaboratively with the school and nursing departments to support the medical needs of identified student(s) enrolled in the program(s) and respond to health and medical emergencies involving children enrolled in the program during extended day hours.
• Manage and coordinate health services for students within the extended day setting, while interacting with their educational goals, personal health, and public health needs.
• Promote positive safety practices within and outside of the school building.
• Assess children for a wide range of physical and behavioral illnesses and create and implement disease prevention initiatives to promote wellness.
• Provide medically prescribed interventions, including medication administration and treatments.
• Provide first aid/emergency care to students and staff.
• Collaborate with students, parents, members of the school-based team, and community health care providers and agencies to optimize student healthcare and learning.
• Maintain comprehensive and confidential health records for students that are compliant with federal, state, and local regulations.
• Must remain proficient in current technology for health record database used throughout the system.
• Ensure timely documentation of all encounters with students.
• Using the nursing process, collaborate with family and student to develop and implement an individualized health care plan when appropriate.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Possess a school nurse educator’s license from the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (preferred but not required)
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Nursing from an accredited college or university (required)
• Hold a valid license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the state of Massachusetts (M.G.L. c.71, s.53) (required)
• Current CPR certification/AED training from a recognized provider (such as the American Red Cross or American Heart Association) (required)
• Pediatric background (preferred)
• Demonstrates the values of Shrewsbury Public Schools (required)
• A commitment to the education and care of all students (required)

The Shrewsbury Public Schools is an affirmative action employer, ensuring that its programs and facilities are accessible to the public. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, race, gender, religion, disability, gender identity, sex, pregnancy or pregnancy-related medical conditions, national origin, homelessness, marital status, sexual orientation, or any other status or class protected by state or federal law.

Position Type: After school/Evening

Salary: $60 to $60 Per Hour

Job Categories:

Student Services > School Nurse

Welcome to Shrewsbury Public Schools

The Shrewsbury Public Schools in partnership with the community will provide students with the skills and knowledge for the 21st century, an appreciation for our democratic tradition and the desire to continue to learn throughout life.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Catherine Perry
• 100 Maple Avenue
• Shrewsbury, Massachusetts 01545
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]