R 3474 School Nurse - Part Time Barnstable United Elementary School

Barnstable United Elementary School; Barnstable (MA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 38,000; Part time

Job summary

Barnstable United Elementary School in Barnstable, MA is seeking a part-time School Nurse (.5 FTE) for the 2026-2027 school year to provide health services and support student well-being.

The nurse will perform annual screenings, administer medications, collaborate with school staff, maintain health records, and ensure confidentiality under FERPA. MA licensure and CPR are required; bilingual in Portuguese or Spanish is preferred.

Qualifications

• Valid RN license in Massachusetts.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Nursing.
• Experience as an RN in child health, school or pediatric settings.
• Current or within one school year MA School Nurse licensure (DESE).
• Current CPR certification.
• Bi- or multi-lingual (Portuguese/Spanish) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides first aid, emergency care and nursing procedures for injuries, illnesses, and mental health needs.
• Administers and supervises medication administration per district protocols.
• Organizes annual mandated screenings and referrals as required.
• Collaborates with RNs, LPNs, counselors, psychologists, teachers and staff.
• Maintains electronic health records with accurate documentation.

Skills

Pediatric nursing experience

Bilingual: Portuguese/Spanish (pref)

First aid and emergency care

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Nursing

Tools

CPR certification

Job description

R 3474 School Nurse - Part Time Barnstable United Elementary School

Barnstable Public Schools Barnstable United Elementary School - Barnstable, Massachusetts Open in Google Maps

Barnstable Public Schools Barnstable United Elementary School - Barnstable, Massachusetts Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5920087
Application Deadline: Sep 23, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)
Posted: Sep 09, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

POSITION: School Nurse (part-time .5) Barnstable United Elementary School, for 2026-2027 school year

JOB GOAL: To create and maintain a health services program in the Barnstable Public Schools which fosters the development of a sound mind in a healthy body of every student, providing an optimal opportunity for academic success and life-long achievement. To achieve said goals, the school nurse will promote health and safety, intervene with actual and potential health problems, provide case management services, and actively collaborate with others to meet all students’ needs.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Valid license to practice as a Registered Nurse in Massachusetts
• A bachelor’s or master’s degree of nursing
• Experience as a Registered Nurse in a child health, community health, or other relevant clinical nursing setting. Prior experience as a pediatric nurse and/or school nurse preferred
• Current, or ability to attain within one school year of hire, licensure as a School Nurse (all levels), by the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education
• Current CPR certification
• Bi- or multi-lingual (specifically Portuguese and/or Spanish), preferred

REPORTS TO: Director of Health Services and Building Principal

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provides first aid, emergency care and nursing procedures for injuries, illnesses and mental health needs for the school population in a safe, competent and effective manner.
• Administers and/or supervises the administration of medication to students according to district protocols and state regulations, including delegation as appropriate.
• Organizes and implements annual mandated screenings (vision, hearing, height/weight, postural and SBIRT), according to grade level, as required by MA DPH; carries out appropriate referrals and follow-up.
• Participates in student support and special education meetings, providing medical input or consultation as needed.
• Collaborates with interdisciplinary school and district staff, including (but not limited to) RNs, LPNs (where assigned), counselors, school psychologists, administration, teachers, interpreters, administrative assistants, food service and custodians.
• Maintains accurate, timely, and thorough documentation through an electronic health record.
• Counsels and/or educates students concerning medical issues.
• Monitors and follows up on compliance with state immunization and physical exam requirements, and completes required annual reports.
• Maintains appropriate confidentiality with respect to student and staff medical and personal information in accordance to FERPA regulations; shares information with appropriate school personnel as needed to maintain student safety.
• Develops and implements individual health care plans and emergency action plans for medically complex students (including field trips).
• Identifies health causes for absenteeism and contributes to school plans to decrease absenteeism wherever possible.
• Observes all health regulations, policies, protocols and procedures of the district, DPH and DESE.
• Conducts formal and informal staff training on school-wide and student-specific health issues, as appropriate.
• Works with community agencies, physicians and other health care providers as necessary.
• Communicates and collaborates with families regarding the health status and needs of their children.
• Serves as a member of pertinent committees and teams supporting the school community.
• Other duties as assigned by the Director of Health Services, Executive Director of Student Services and Social Emotional Learning, and the building principal.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Per BTA Contract

SALARY: Per BTAContract

Barnstable Public Schools is an EOE and strongly encourages minority candidates to apply.

Position Type: Part-Time
Job Categories:

Student Services > School Nurse

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Julia Pachico
• Email: [e-mail]