Registered School Nurse

Andover Public Schools, Massachusetts; Andover (MA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Andover Public Schools seeks a qualified school nurse to support student health services across elementary settings, including Sanborn Elementary School. The role requires MA RN license, a BSN/MSN preferred, and at least 2 years in child health. Orientation for school health services and CPR certification are required.

The nurse will collaborate with students, parents and staff to plan health actions, provide emergency care, and coordinate health programs within the school community.

Qualifications

• Valid Massachusetts RN license.
• Bachelor's degree in Nursing or master's in Nursing.
• Minimum of 2 full years of employment in child health, community health, or other relevant clinical settings.
• Completion of an orientation program for school health services by the Department of Public Health.
• Must be eligible to apply for DESE Licensure and school nursing certification.
• Ability to communicate and interact effectively with students, parents, and staff.
• Current CPR certification from a recognized provider.

Responsibilities

• Assess and evaluate students' health.
• Counsel students, parents and school personnel and plan actions for health problems.
• Assist in identifying and educating students with health issues affecting learning.
• Provide programs for disease prevention and control.
• Coordinate health services with health education and other parts of the educational program.
• Coordinate with community health programs.

Skills

Nursing

Pediatrics

Communication

Education

BSN or MSN in Nursing

Massachusetts RN License

Job description

Job Description

Responsibilities

• Assess and evaluate the students' health.
• Counsel students, parents and school personnel and plan action for eliminating, minimizing or accepting health problems.
• Assist in the identification and education of students with special health problems, which affect learning and total growth.
• Provide programs for the prevention and control of disease.
• Coordinate health services with health education and other phases of the total educational program.
• Coordinate health services with community health programs.
• Observe school facilities and recommend modifications necessary to maintain optimum health and safety for students and school personnel.
• Provide emergency care in case of injury or sudden illness.
• Provide the home assessment and health in 766 Team Evaluations upon request of the building chairperson.
• Provide information as necessary on frequently encountered health problems, such as: child neglect and abuse drug use and abuse, human nutrition and adolescent pregnancy.
• Provide required health service for school personnel.
• Attend school staff and system health program-related meetings.
• Provide for personal care needs of physically handicapped pupil as required in their educational plans.
• Provide basic health instruction to coordinate with Health Education Program as requested by classroom teachers.

Qualifications

• A valid license to practice as a registered nurse in Massachusetts.
• Completion of a bachelor's degree in nursing or master's degree in nursing from an accredited institution.
• A minimum of 2 full years of employment in child health, community health, or other relevant clinical settings.
• Completion of an orientation program based on the requirements for delivery of school health services by the department of Public Health.
• Must be eligible to apply for DESE Licensure
• Ability to communicate and interact effectively with students and parents and staff
• Ability to apply for certification in school nursing with Department of Education.
• Current certification in cardio-pulmonary resuscitation from a recognized provider.

Supplemental Information

Andover Public Schools (APS) seeks candidates who embody our ethos, which includes valuing the identities of all students, high expectations for all students, teaching excellence, collaboration, innovation, respect, and responsibility.

APS is committed to hiring and supporting a racially and ethnically diverse faculty and staff. Racially and ethnically diverse teac

Job Details

Job ID: 5980329

Application Deadline: Jan 01, 2027 11:59 PM (UTC)

Posted: Nov 03, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Position Type: Full-time

Welcome to Sanborn Elementary School

The Henry C. Sanborn School, built in 1962 and renovated in 1996, was named for a former school superintendent. A neighborhood school, Sanborn has 360 students in grades kindergarten through five. The professional staff of 17 full-time classroom teachers is highly educated and continues to take advantage of professional development opportunities. The faculty and staff are supplemented by additional part-time individuals in order to provide various support services.The core curriculum includes up-to-date resource materials. Beyond the core academic areas, students participate in physical education, music, visual arts, media, and computer literacy classes. All third graders learn to read music through playing the recorder. All fourth and fifth graders are invited to join an after-school chorus. Student Council is a mandatory activity for all fourth and fifth graders on a rotating basis and emphasizes social responsibility.Up to 250 parents regularly volunteer their time each year to assist in the operation of the school and meet the diverse needs of our students. In addition, our PTO raises funds to provide resources for enrichment and other projects.

Job Requirements

• At least 3 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
• Bachelor degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required