School Nurse

Young World Physical Education; Hudson (MA); On-site; USD 56,000 - 111,000; Full time

Job summary

Hudson Public Schools is seeking a School Nurse (RN) to lead and manage a comprehensive school health program in Hudson, MA. The nurse will provide direct nursing care, health assessments, and collaboration with families and healthcare providers.

The role requires a BSN, MA RN license, and experience with school-aged students. Strong organizational skills and knowledge of EHR systems are essential. This full-time position supports student health and safety across the district.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing from an accredited college or university.
• Valid RN license issued by the Massachusetts Board of Registration.
• Experience with children/adolescents in school or public service settings.
• First Aid certification.
• Bilingual in Spanish or Portuguese preferred.
• CORI and fingerprint checks completed.

Responsibilities

• Develops, implements and manages a school health program per Massachusetts guidelines and district policy.
• Provides direct nursing care including first aid, emergency care, and chronic illness management.
• Maintains health records and uses EHR to document student interactions and health information.
• Develops student health care plans with parents/guardians and health providers.
• Serves on the care coordination team for students with special health needs.

Skills

Nursing

Student care

Emergency care

Health assessment

Education

BSN (Bachelor of Science in Nursing)

Tools

Electronic Health Records

Job description

School Nurse

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Job Details

Job ID: 5886539

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Aug 14, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Aug 31, 2026

Job Description

HUDSON PUBLIC SCHOOLS

HUDSON, MASSACHUSETTS

Position: School Nurse (RN)

Reports to: Coordinator of Health Services

Approved by: Brian K. Reagan, Ed.D

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion are core values of the Hudson Public Schools. We believe that the educational environment is enhanced when diverse groups of people with diverse ideas come together to learn. Applicants whose work incorporates a global perspective and a demonstrated commitment to issues of diversity in education are particularly encouraged to apply.

SUMMARY:

The school nurse is responsible for developing, implementing and managing a school health program consistent with Massachusetts guidelines, regulations and statutes governing nursing practice and school health, and local district policies.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

The essential functions or duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various type of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.

• Organizes and implements state-mandated programs such as immunization surveillance and health related screening programs, including referral and follow-up.
• Provides direct nursing care to meet the needs of the students, including administering first aid care for injuries, emergency medical care and management of acute and chronic illnesses.
• Refers students to outside health care providers and/or other appropriate school staff for evaluation and follow up, if indicated.
• Administers and/or supervises the administration of prescription medication to students; provides medically prescribed intervention.
• Develops student specific health care plans aimed at improving health and academic achievement, in collaboration with parents/guardians and health care providers, which include nursing diagnosis, interventions and specific student goals.
• Maintains comprehensive and updated school health records; utilizes Electronic Health Record to document student interactions and other health related information.
• Serves as member of the care coordination team for students with special health needs; participates in school based team meetings of students when medical input, interpretation or consultation is needed.
• Visits student’s homes and attends health care provider appointments, with parental consent, if needed upon request and approval.
• Identifies need for health education; acts as resource in health promotion/health education and teaches basic principles of health promotion to students, families and staff.
• Participates in professional learning programs and workshops to enhance skills and knowledge.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of Bachelor of Science in Nursing from an accredited college or university.
• Valid license as a Registered Nurse issued by the Massachusetts Board of Registration
• Experience working with children and adolescents in public school/agency/human services setting, including students with special health and educational needs.
• First Aid Certified
• Bilingual in Spanish or Portuguese Preferred
• Successful completion of Criminal Records Check (CORI), and fingerprints

LICENSE/CERTIFICATIONS:

• Valid license as a Registered Nurse issued by the Massachusetts Board of Registration
• DESE Licensed as a School Nurse

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Salary and work year to be established by the Superintendent of Schools in conjunction with the HEA/HSC Collective Bargaining Agreement.

• 10 months. 183 work days
• 3 personal days, 13 sick days
• Benefit Eligible on start date. 30 days to enroll in coverage from start date.
• Benefit information: https://www.townofhudson.org/875/Employee-Benefits

Nondiscrimination and Title IX Notice

Hudson Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetic information in admission, administration of its educational programs, activities, or employment and is required by Title IX and its implementing regulations at 34 C.F.R. Part 106. The Director of Human Resources, Jennifer Allard, [e-mail] , 978-567-6100 ext. 41124, has been designated as the Title IX Coordinator.Inquiries concerning the application of Title IX and its implementing regulations at 34 C.F.R. Part 106 to Hudson Public Schools may be referred to Jennifer Allard or to U.S. Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, 400 Maryland Ave., SW Washington, DC 20202-1100, telephone [phone]

While performing duties of this job, the employee may often remain in a stationary position for considerable periods of time. The employee will have also have ample periods of standing and may be required to traverse throughout the building. The employee must frequently use hands and frequently operates a computer and other office productivity machinery (i.e., calculator, copy machine, and computer printer). Physical abilities may also include lifting/carrying/pushing/pulling, stooping/crouching, reaching/handling, talking/hearing conversations, and near/far visual acuity/depth perception/color vision/field. Ability must be able to lift and/or push and pull 15 to 20lbs for short periods, and walk up and down stairs several times a day. The employee must be able to communicate effectively with students, staff members, and the public in person and on the telephone.

The employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship. If you require an accommodation during the application process or on the job, you are encouraged to reach out to the Human Resources Department- [e-mail]

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $55,911 to $111,490 Per Year

Job Categories: Student Services > School Nurse

Job Requirements

Contact Information

• Emily Osborne , HR Generalist
• 155 Apsley Street
• Hudson, Massachusetts 01749
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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