Lead School Nurse — In-Person, 10.5-Month Role

Shady-Hill-School; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Shady Hill School in Cambridge, MA seeks an experienced Lead Nurse to oversee the Health Office, provide direct student care, and serve as the primary health contact for families and staff.

This full-time, in-person role reports to the administration, collaborates with athletics and field trip teams, maintains health records and compliance, and supports a safe, inclusive school community.

Competitive salary range of $100,000–$125,000 with strong benefits and paid time off.

Qualifications

• BSN with current MA nursing license required.
• 3-5 years previous experience in a school health office setting preferred.
• Up-to-date CPR, AED and MA medication administration and delegation certifications required.

Responsibilities

• Provide routine first aid to students
• Coordinate Health Office scheduling/coverage; work closely with nurses
• Administer medications following physician orders and parent authorizations
• Maintain site licenses for school medication administration
• Prepare prescribed medications for field trips and work with faculty on administration plans
• Accompany overnight field trips and oversee day field trips
• Manage ImPACT testing with Director of Athletics
• Provide case management for chronic/acute health issues and coordinate with families
• Maintain health protocols with consulting physician
• Communicate health concerns with parents and faculty
• Manage collection of Health Information forms and physicals
• Maintain compliance with health regulations and reporting
• Coordinate flu and COVID vaccine clinics for staff and students
• Ensure Health Office compliance with state and federal regulations
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Calm under pressure

Discretion with confidential matters

Diversity & inclusion

Education

BSN with MA nursing license

Bachelor degree

Tools

Magnus Health Portal

Job description

Shady Hill School in Cambridge, MA seeks an experienced Lead Nurse to oversee the Health Office, provide direct student care, and serve as the primary health contact for families and staff.

This full-time, in-person role reports to the administration, collaborates with athletics and field trip teams, maintains health records and compliance, and supports a safe, inclusive school community.

Competitive salary range of $100,000–$125,000 with strong benefits and paid time off.