School Nurse

Danvers Public Schools; Danvers (MA); On-site; USD 61,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits package

Job summary

Danvers Public Schools is seeking a compassionate School Nurse for Holten-Richmond Middle School in Danvers, MA. The nurse will provide comprehensive health services, respond to medical needs, manage health conditions, and promote a safe school environment.

The role collaborates with students, families, staff, and healthcare providers to support health and access to education. Requirements include MA RN license, DESE school nurse certification, a BSN, CPR/BLS, and experience in school or

Qualifications

• Current and valid Massachusetts nursing license as a Registered Nurse (RN)
• Valid DESE Certification - Academic: Professional Support Personnel, School Nurse, All Levels
• Bachelor’s degree in nursing required
• Current certification in CPR/AED and Basic Life Support (BLS).
• Experience in school nursing, pediatric nursing, adolescent health, community health, or a related setting preferred.
• Knowledge of adolescent health needs, chronic health conditions, medication administration, and emergency response.
• Strong communication, organization, clinical judgment, and collaboration skills.
• Ability to work effectively and respectfully with middle school students, families, educators, administrators, and healthcare providers.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound professional judgment.
• At least 2 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
• Master degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care, first aid, and health services to students and staff during the school day.
• Assess student health concerns and determine appropriate interventions, referrals, and follow-up.
• Administer medications and treatments in accordance with physician orders, parent/guardian authorization, and applicable state regulations and district procedures.
• Develop, implement, and maintain individualized health care plans and emergency action plans for students with significant or chronic health conditions.
• Respond to medical emergencies and coordinate emergency care as necessary.
• Maintain accurate, confidential, and up-to-date student health records, including health histories, medication and treatment documentation, screenings, immunization records, and health office visits.
• Conduct required health screenings and provide appropriate following and referrals.
• Monitor student immunization and physical examination requirements and communicate with families regarding required health documentation.
• Communicate and collaborate with parents/guardians, healthcare providers, school staff, and administrators regarding student health needs.
• Participate in student support, Section 504, and special education processes when a student’s health needs impact access to education or require nursing input.
• Develop and communicate appropriate health and safety plans for field trips, extracurricular activities, and other school-sponsored activities, as needed.
• Provide education and guidance to students and staff regarding health, wellness, disease prevention, and management of student‑specific medical needs.
• Support district and school health policies, procedures, and emergency preparedness protocols.
• Maintain student confidentiality in accordance with applicable federal and state requirements.
• Perform other school health‑related duties as assigned.
• Provide nursing coverage at other district schools, on field trips, or at school-sponsored activities, as needed.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Clinical judgment

Collaboration

Education

Registered Nurse (RN) license Massachusetts

DESE Certification - School Nurse

Bachelor’s degree in nursing

CPR/AED and BLS certification

Job description

School Nurse

Danvers Public Schools Holten-Richmond Middle School - Danvers, Massachusetts Open in Google Maps

Job Details

• Job ID: 5939473
• Application Deadline: Posted until filled
• Posted: Sep 24, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)
• Starting Date: Oct 16, 2026

Job Description

• Position Title: School Nurse
• School: Holten Richmond Middle School
• Reports To: Building Principals

Position Summary

We are seeking a compassionate, skilled, and collaborative school nurse to support the health, safety, and well-being of students and staff at the middle school level. The Middle School Nurse is responsible for providing comprehensive school health services, responding to student medical needs, managing student health conditions, and promoting a safe and healthy school environment. The nurse works collaboratively with students, families, staff, administrators, and healthcare providers to support students’ health needs and access to education.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care, first aid, and health services to students and staff during the school day.
• Assess student health concerns and determine appropriate interventions, referrals, and follow-up.
• Administer medications and treatments in accordance with physician orders, parent/guardian authorization, and applicable state regulations and district procedures.
• Develop, implement, and maintain individualized health care plans and emergency action plans for students with significant or chronic health conditions.
• Respond to medical emergencies and coordinate emergency care as necessary.
• Maintain accurate, confidential, and up-to-date student health records, including health histories, medication and treatment documentation, screenings, immunization records, and health office visits.
• Conduct required health screenings and provide appropriate following and referrals.
• Monitor student immunization and physical examination requirements and communicate with families regarding required health documentation.
• Communicate and collaborate with parents/guardians, healthcare providers, school staff, and administrators regarding student health needs.
• Participate in student support, Section 504, and special education processes when a student’s health needs impact access to education or require nursing input.
• Develop and communicate appropriate health and safety plans for field trips, extracurricular activities, and other school-sponsored activities, as needed.
• Provide education and guidance to students and staff regarding health, wellness, disease prevention, and management of student‑specific medical needs.
• Support district and school health policies, procedures, and emergency preparedness protocols.
• Maintain student confidentiality in accordance with applicable federal and state requirements.
• Perform other school health‑related duties as assigned.
• Provide nursing coverage at other district schools, on field trips, or at school-sponsored activities, as needed.

Benefits

• Full time benefited employees at the Danvers Public Schools are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package offered through the Town of Danvers. Click HERE for a highlight of these benefits.

The Danvers Public School District is committed to the principle of equal opportunity in education and employment. We do not discriminate against individuals on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, ancestry, national or ethnic origin, or homelessness in the administration of its educational policies, employment policies, and other school-administered programs and activities.

Position Type

Full-time

Salary

Salary: $61,187 to $120,066 Per Year

Job Categories

Student Services > School Nurse

Welcome to Holten-Richmond Middle School

Our middle school encompasses grades six through eight and focuses on the learning needs of early adolescents. Emphasis is placed on academic success and acquisition of basic skills. Throughout the middle school years, students are supported in the development of their life‑long learning and coping skills. The middle school program in Danvers utilizes the interdisciplinary team approach at each grade level. The staff is listed in teams at grade levels in this handbook so that you know how the instruction is organized. Three, four or five teachers instruct all the students in all the major curricular areas each day. The team of teachers serves the same group of students and therefore learns more about them, in order to share and teach more effectively. Students on a specific team work exclusively with those teachers for all of the major subject areas. They also pursue exploratory courses, such as art, computers, health, public speaking / drama, music, physical education, and technology education, as well as world languages, with students from other teams. A middle school provides less structure than an elementary school, but more than a high school, for students at that “in‑between age”. The purpose behind this team structure is to promote communication, coordination, and cooperation among subject area specialists. Students benefit from instruction planned by specialists who work together to downplay the overly subject‑centered emphasis for the students. Excellence can and should be achieved by integrating the subject areas for all students.

Job Requirements

• Current and valid Massachusetts nursing license as a Registered Nurse (RN)
• Valid DESE Certification - Academic: Professional Support Personnel, School Nurse, All Levels
• Bachelor’s degree in nursing required
• Current certification in CPR/AED and Basic Life Support (BLS).
• Experience in school nursing, pediatric nursing, adolescent health, community health, or a related setting preferred.
• Knowledge of adolescent health needs, chronic health conditions, medication administration, and emergency response.
• Strong communication, organization, clinical judgment, and collaboration skills.
• Ability to work effectively and respectfully with middle school students, families, educators, administrators, and healthcare providers.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound professional judgment.
• At least 2 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
• Master degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Pamela Ames
• 64 Cabot Road
• Danvers, Massachusetts 01923
• Phone: [phone] x2219
• Email: [e-mail]

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