School Nurse

Young World Physical Education; Princeton (MA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The Wachusett Regional School District is seeking a School Nurse for the Thomas Prince School in Princeton, Massachusetts. The position requires a Massachusetts RN license and a BSN or MSN degree with at least two years of relevant clinical experience.

The nurse will administer medications, monitor student health, maintain health records, and collaborate with families and local health authorities to promote a safe, healthy school environment.

Qualifications

• Massachusetts RN license and BSN/MSN degree are required.
• At least two years in child health or community health nursing.
• CPR and First Aid certification is required.
• Familiarity with school health guidelines and reporting to authorities is expected.

Responsibilities

• Be familiar with and keep administration informed of appropriate school health guidelines and regulations.
• Assist in the prevention and control of illness including communicable diseases.
• Report immunization levels and other school health matters to local and state authorities.
• Act as liaison between school, home, and community agencies in improving the health of school children.
• Participate in modifying the school program to meet health needs of children.
• Give TB skin tests as required.
• Assist in development and maintenance of a healthful school.
• Check injuries and disease conditions at school and home visits, and inform the principal.
• Monitor students with physical disabilities that may have medical needs.
• Compile and use health records and state reports, etc.
• Prepare and submit reports as required by the administration.
• Administer medications per physician orders and/or instructions.
• Conduct other duties as directed by the Principal or Nurse Leader.

Skills

Registered Nurse (RN) license

Pediatrics/School health experience

CPR/First Aid certification

Health records management

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)

Master of Science in Nursing (MSN)

Job description

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Job Details

Job ID: 5884394

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Aug 13, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

The Wachusett Regional School District encourages all candidates who are committed to enriching the lives of our student population to apply.

Our Core Values are: Collaboration, Empathy, Inclusivity, Integrity, Perseverance, and Responsibility.

Our Mission: To ensure a vibrant, inclusive, and respectful educational community in which we: Fostera safe, nurturing, and welcomingenvironment. Provide all students with equitableopportunities for deep and meaningfullearning through multiple pathways.Empowerall students to develop and apply theiruniquestrengths, passions, and curiosities.Partnerwith our community to meet our goals while optimizing the effective and efficient use of our resources.

Position: School Nurse

Location: Thomas Prince School

Pay: School Nurse Salary Schedule

A valid license to practice as a Registered Nurse in Massachusetts and completion of Baccalaureate in Nursing degree or a Master's degree from an accredited institution. A minimum of two years child health, community health, or other relevant clinical nursing experience; completion of an orientation program based on the requirements for delivery of school health services as defined by the Department of Public Health; current certification in C.P.R. and first aid from a recognized provider. OR Previous Employment as a school nurse in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts on or before June 18, 1993 and licensed to practice as a Registered Nurse in Massachusetts.

The School Nurse shall provide the fullest possible educational opportunity for each student by minimizing absence due to illness and be creating a climate of health and well-being. The School Nurse in conjunction with the Principal shall develop annual job goals that will become part of the criteria used to evaluate the Nurse.

In carrying out these responsibilities, the Nurse shall:

1. Be familiar with and keep the administration informed of appropriate school health guidelines and regulations;
2. Assist in the prevention and control of illness including communicable disease and other infections;
3. As required, report immunization levels and other school health related matters to the appropriate local and state authorities;
4. Act as liaison between school, home, and community agencies in improving the health of school children;
5. Participate, as necessary, in the modification of the school program to meet the special health needs of children;
6. Give TB skin tests as required;
7. Assist in the development and maintenance of a healthful school;
8. Check injuries and disease conditions at school and home visits, and keep the principal appropriately informed;
9. Monitor students with physical disabilities that may have medical needs;
10. Compile and use health records, reports and statistical information to include: a. State reports on screening and handicapped; b. Individual student health records; and c. Reports to concerned agencies and health authorities (e.g., District administration, guidance, etc.).
11. Prepare and submit reports as required by the administration;
12. Administer medications in compliance with physician orders and/or instructions;
13. Conduct other duties and responsibilities as directed by the Principal or Nurse Leader.

The Wachusett Regional School District does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, sex, religion, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, or any other class protected by law.

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Categories:

Student Services > School Nurse

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Amy McGeary , Supervisor of Health and Wellness
• District Wide
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]