School Nurse

Orleans Elementary School; Orleans (MA); On-site; USD 59,000 - 122,000; Full time

Job summary

Orleans Elementary School is seeking a School Nurse to manage the health office, maintain records, dispense medication, and support families, students, and staff. The role requires a DESE licensed MA School Nurse (preferred) with BSN/MSN in Nursing and prior school health experience.

The nurse will coordinate with the school, local health agencies, and community resources, ensure compliance with health policies, and contribute to a safe and healthy school environment.

Qualifications

• DESE Licensed MA School Nurse preferred.
• BSN or MSN in Nursing.
• Experience in school nursing and child health nursing.
• Demonstrates ability to coordinate between school, health agencies, and community resources.

Responsibilities

• Provide basic healthcare to students during injuries or illness.
• Maintain health records and administer medications.
• Implement health mandates and health education practices.
• Collaborate with families, staff and administration to support student wellness.
• Monitor immunization records and conduct health screenings.

Skills

DESE Licensed MA School Nurse

Communication skills

Collaboration with staff

Pediatric health nursing

Education

BSN/MSN in Nursing

Job description

School Nurse

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This job is also posted in Nauset Regional School District

Job Details

Job ID: 5940277

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Sep 25, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

TITLE OF POSITION:

School Nurse

LOCATION:

Orleans Elementary School

DESCRIPTIVE STATEMENT

OF POSITION:

Duties include managing a busy health office, maintaining health records, dispensing medication, implementing health mandates, providing support to families, students, and staff and other duties as assigned by the Principal.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• DESE Licensed MA School Nurse preferred
• Bachelor of Science or Master of Science in Nursing
• Demonstrated success in establishing an environment that integrates caring, kindness, and respect for all into nursing practice.
• Experience in child health nursing (preferably school setting)
• Experience/training with pediatric emergencies, postural screening, school nursing, vision & hearing testing, diabetes care, health assessments, counseling parents in positive child-rearing practices, and BMI assessments
• Knowledge of medical disorders and treatment
• Ability to coordinate and facilitate services between the school, local health agency, and other community resources
• Proficiency with computer skills
• Ability to be flexible and efficient in a busy setting and to collaborate on a regular basis
• Demonstrates sound judgment reflecting integrity and trustworthiness, and protects student confidentiality
• Engages in effective open dialogue – Consistently uses effective written, verbal, nonverbal, and visual communication skills
• Detail oriented

SALARY:

$59,367.00 - $122,255.00

AVAILABILITY:

Immediately

Additional Responsibilities for School Nurse

• Provide basic healthcare to students in case of injury or acute illness
• Assist students to achieve optimal levels of wellness through differentiated and appropriately designed and delivered health education and health care practices
• Maintain and organize an orderly atmosphere within the health office to create a safe physical, emotional and intellectual environment
• Ensure school environment is safe for children and school staff
• Utilize evidence based practice supported by current research
• Monitor compliance of school health programs with federal, state and local laws, regulations and policies
• Administer medication
• Monitor student immunization records
• Detect health problems in early stages through regular screenings
• Keep track of students’ vaccination records
• Update students’ medical history
• Perform hearing, vision and other health screenings
• Reflect on student health outcomes to assess effectiveness of health office
• Keep families informed of health office visits involving significant injuries or illness, as appropriate
• Apprise families of progress and issues in chronic disease management.
• Inform families of major public health initiatives (e.g. screenings, flu clinics).
• Consistently protect the students’ autonomy, dignity, rights, values, and beliefs when delivering care while recognizing cultural diversity
• Collaborate with administrative and educational staff through staff meetings and membership in student support teams, crisis teams, and wellness committees
• Develop IHCP, 504 plans or assist with development of Individual Educational Plans
• Assist students, families, school staff and community to achieve optimum levels of wellness through a systematic method of appropriately designed and delivered presentations/ training of health/wellness issues.
• Collaborate with administration and other colleagues sharing their expertise to make appropriate health and safety decisions for students and staff.
• Consult with Health Care Providers, Specialists, MASSTART, Nurse Educators, Community Agencies, Mental Health Providers, Massachusetts Department of Public Health, local Boards of Health, and Student Support Teams to improve practice in specific areas.

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $59,367 to $122,255 Per Year

Job Categories:

Student Services > School Nurse

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Deirdre L'Italien , Director of Human Resources
• 78 Eldredge Park Way
• Orleans, Massachusetts 02653
• Phone: [phone]
• Fax: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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