Nurse - Bridges Program

Canton Schools; Canton, Northern (CT, KY); Hybrid; USD 39,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits eligible

Job summary

Canton Public Schools is seeking a compassionate Registered Nurse to serve as School Nurse in a full-time therapeutic day program. The role supports students with behavioral, emotional, and medical needs in a neurodivergent-affirming ABA and trauma-informed setting.

Required CT RN license, ADN/BSN, and current CPR/AED/First Aid. Preferred experience in school nursing and health care plan management. Application process details provided by Canton Public Schools.

Qualifications

• Valid, unrestricted RN license in Connecticut.
• ADN or BSN degree required.
• CPR/AED and First Aid certification current.

Responsibilities

• Serve as School Nurse in a full-time therapeutic setting.
• Manage individualized health care plans and complex medical needs.
• Collaborate with staff and families; respond to crises.

Skills

RN nursing skills

CPR/BLS certification

First Aid

Communication skills

Crisis management

School health experience

Education

CT RN license

ADN or BSN

Job description

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Frontline Applicant Tracking - Canton Public Schools

Reports To: Director of Pupil Services and Nurse Supervisor

Employment Status: Full-time, Hourly, Non-Union, Benefits eligible

Schedule: Full-Time / School-Year Calendar (with optional extended school year/summer program)

Position Summary

Job Title: Registered Nurse (RN) � School Nurse (Therapeutic Day School Program)

Setting: A highly specialized, therapeutic school environment designed for students with behavioral, emotional, and neurodevelopmental needs.

Seeking a compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) to serve as our School Nurse in a full-time, neurodivergent-affirming special education placement rooted in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) and trauma-informed care. We serve students elementary age through transition age who require behavioral and emotional support; some of whom also present with complex medical needs.

Required Educational & Licensing Credentials:

• Valid, unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license in Connecticut.
• Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) or Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).

Current CPR/AED and First Aid certification (BLS/Healthcare Provider level).

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in school nursing and or behavioral health
• Experience managing individualized health care plans and complex medical needs

Strong communication, collaboration, and crisis-response skills

All applicants must fill,both internal and external must submit an application.

Date Posted: September 10, 2026

Canton Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Postings current as of 9/23/2026 8:18:19 AM CST.

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