Long Term Substitute School Nurse (December 2026 - March 2027)

Brackett Elementary School; Arlington (MA); On-site; USD 61,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Brackett Elementary School in Arlington, MA is seeking a Long Term Substitute School Nurse for December 2026 through March 2027. The ideal candidate holds a BSN and MA RN license, with preferred SE School Nurse certification, CPR, and prior school nursing experience.

The role is on-site at Brackett Elementary, requiring collaboration with families, classroom staff, and the broader health team to promote student health and safety and support academic success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing required.
• Massachusetts RN license required.
• School Nurse certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide school health services to Brackett Elementary students.
• Collaborate with families and staff to support student health and safety.

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing

Job description

Long Term Substitute School Nurse (December 2026 - March 2027)

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Job Details

Job ID: 5949791

Application Deadline: Nov 02, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Posted: Yesterday

Starting Date: Dec 21, 2026

Job Description

The Arlington Public Schools are committed to creating an inclusive and safe learning and working environment that reflects a diversity of perspectives, values, and experiences. We welcome staff who are aware of the role that bias and prejudice play in society, are creative and willing to try new approaches, and are reflective about their daily practice. We are looking for candidates who welcome a challenge, are eager to collaborate and contribute to the success of students, are ready to engage in two‑way partnership with families, and who will contribute their diverse talents to the organization as a whole.

"School nursing is a specialized practice of professional nursing that advances the well‑being, academic success and life‑long achievement and health of students. To that end, school nurses facilitate positive student responses to normal development; promote health and safety, including a healthy environment; intervene with actual and potential health problems; provide case management services; and actively collaborate with others to build student and family capacity for adaptation, self‑management, self‑advocacy, and learning." ~ National Association of School Nurses 2010

The Arlington Public Schools is looking for a long term substitute school nurse for Brackett Elementary School. This position will last from Late December 2026 through March 2027.

Candidates must have a Bachelor's in Science in Nursing and be licensed as an R.N. by the Massachusetts Board of Registration in Nursing.

Preference for candidates who are licensed as a School Nurse by the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education.

Experience as a School Nurse is preferred.

Must have CPR Certification.

The Arlington Public Schools are committed to creating an inclusive and safe learning and working environment that reflects a diversity of perspectives, values, and experiences. We welcome staff who are aware of the role that bias and prejudice play in society, are creative and willing to try new approaches, and are reflective about their daily practice. We are looking for candidates who welcome a challenge, are eager to collaborate and contribute to the success of students, are ready to engage in two‑way partnership with families, and who will contribute their diverse talents to the organization as a whole.

Position Type: Long Term Substitute

Salary: $328 to $354 Per Day

Job Categories: Student Services > School Nurse

Job Requirements

• At least 2 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Jen Saulnier , Director of Nursing
• Email: [e-mail]