School Health Nurse & Wellness Leader

US Lawns; Newton (MA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Newton is seeking a dedicated School Nurse to provide comprehensive health services in Newton Public Schools. The role requires clinical nursing expertise, management skills, and the ability to collaborate with students, families, and school staff to support student health and well-being.

The nurse will promote preventive care, conduct mandated screenings, manage medication administration, and participate in IEP/504 planning. MA DESE licensure or eligibility is required.

Qualifications

• RN licensure required.
• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing.
• Nursing experience in a school, community or pediatric setting.
• MA DESE licensure or license eligible.

Responsibilities

• Promote and protect the health of school age children using prevention, early intervention, referral and primary care.
• Deliver care to students, staff and visitors based on the nursing process.
• Communicate health information to parents in a timely manner and to staff with a need-to-know.
• Conduct vision, hearing, postural and BMI screenings per city policy and state regulations.
• Manage Medication Administration Program according to city policy and state regulations.
• Provide ongoing health counseling with students, parents and school personnel.
• Develop and implement Individualized Health Care Plans.
• Participate in IEP and 504 plan development and provide case management.

Skills

Registered nurse

School nursing experience

Pediatric nursing

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing

MA DESE licensure as a school nurse or license eligible

Job description

City of Newton is seeking a dedicated School Nurse to provide comprehensive health services in Newton Public Schools. The role requires clinical nursing expertise, management skills, and the ability to collaborate with students, families, and school staff to support student health and well-being.

The nurse will promote preventive care, conduct mandated screenings, manage medication administration, and participate in IEP/504 planning. MA DESE licensure or eligibility is required.