School Nurse (R.N.)

East Hartford Public Schools; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

East Hartford Public Schools is hiring a Registered School Nurse to provide essential health services to students. The role involves developing health programs and coordinating care to promote student wellness.

Applicants must possess a valid Connecticut R.N. license, CPR certification, and preferably a bachelor's degree in nursing. The position is contracted for ten months out of the year, and salary will be in accordance with contractual obligations.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse with a valid R.N. license and current CPR certification.
• Bachelor's degree in nursing preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate to develop programs that meet student needs.
• Deliver effective health services and programs.
• Evaluate student outcomes to ensure service quality.

Skills

Registered Nurse

CPR certification

Education

B.S. N. preferred

Valid State of Connecticut R.N. license

Job description

• Position Type: Student Support Services/ School Nurse
• Date Posted: 6/18/2026
• Location: Mayberry Elementary School
• Date Available: 2026-2027 School Year

SALARY RANGE: Per Contract

The following documents must be complete and current for application to be considered for this position:

• Online Application
• Letter of Interest
• Resume
• Copy of Valid Certification and/or License
• Official Transcripts
• Three Current Letters of Recommendation (dated within one year of application)

East Hartford Board of Education Nurses: Submit Letter of Interest Only to Human Resources by closing date.

TITLE

Registered School Nurse

QUALIFICATIONS

• Registered Nurse.
• B.S. N. preferred, not required.
• Valid State of Connecticut R.N. license to practice professional nursing.
• Current certification in CPR.

REPORTS TO: Supervisor of Nursing Services.

JOB GOAL

• Implements the process and follow‑up of diagnosing human responses to actual or potential health problems.
• To provide the best physical and mental health care for all students thereby creating a climate of health and well‑being in the district schools.
• Educate staff and students in the appropriate use of services offered in the Health Office.
• To provide the fullest possible educational opportunity for each district student by minimizing absences due to illness and create a climate of health and well‑being in the district schools.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Collaborates to develop programs that meet the identified needs of students, families and school personnel.
2. Delivers effective prevention programs and services.
3. Coordinates health services for students.
4. Delivers effective screening and assessment services.
5. Delivers a continuum of effective nursing intervention services from early intervention through crisis response.
6. Assists students in monitoring and directing their personal development and capabilities.
7. Delivers effective referral and liaison services.
8. Collaborates and consults with other medical professionals to provide effective and efficient services.
9. Evaluates students' outcomes to ensure high-quality services.
10. Executes the medical regimen under the direction of a licensed Physician or Dentist.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Ten month year, unless noted. Salary and work year by contract.

EVALUATION

Performance of this job will be evaluated by the Supervisor of Nursing Services. Evaluation of school nurse is systematic, appropriate to meet the individual needs of evaluated staff members, and consistent with school nursing standards of practice. See CSDE document, Evaluating Pupil Services Specialists (1993); the Standards of Clinical Nursing Practice (ANA, 1998), School Nursing Practice: Roles and Standards (Proctor, Lordi and Zaiger, 1993); Roles and Qualifications for School Health Personnel (Connecticut Advisory School Health Council, 1997); and Standards of Professional Practice (National Association of School Nurses, 1998). Evaluation of individual school nurses on discipline‑specific clinical competencies is conducted only by a supervisor with credentials and expertise in school nursing.