School Health Nurse — Wellness Advocate & Program Leader

Braintree Public School District; Braintree (MA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Braintree Public School District is seeking a registered professional nurse to lead and manage a comprehensive school health program at the district level, with responsibilities across health services, education, and community health planning.

The role requires a MA RN license, school nursing certification or progress toward it, and a minimum of two years in school or community health. The nurse will work at the Braintree Launch Program and support other district health offices as needed.

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid Massachusetts RN license.
• Bachelor's degree in nursing from a program accredited by the NLN; related degrees may suffice with other requirements.
• Minimum of two years of nursing experience in school or community health.
• Massachusetts DESE school nurse licensure; BEA/union certifications acceptable.
• Work towards and maintain school nursing certification or obtain a Master’s within 5 years.
• Basic computer skills: WORD, EXCEL and electronic medical record systems.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement and manage a comprehensive school health program.
• Provide nursing services, health education and crisis intervention as needed.
• Collaborate with the nursing director, physicians, administrators and families.
• Administer medications per state regulations; ensure safe administration and storage.
• Maintain student health records and prepare reports for school officials and agencies.
• Promote immunization surveillance, disease prevention and safety planning.

Skills

MS Word

MS Excel

EMR systems

Education

RN license Massachusetts

BSN or equivalent

School nursing certification (or intent to obtain)

Job description

Braintree Public School District is seeking a registered professional nurse to lead and manage a comprehensive school health program at the district level, with responsibilities across health services, education, and community health planning.

The role requires a MA RN license, school nursing certification or progress toward it, and a minimum of two years in school or community health. The nurse will work at the Braintree Launch Program and support other district health offices as needed.