School Nurse - Substitute (Per Diem)

Young World Physical Education; Chicopee (MA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Young World Physical Education is seeking a Substitute School Nurse (Per Diem) in Chicopee, Massachusetts. The role involves scheduling and performing health services at schools, maintaining health records, and providing first aid as needed.

The ideal candidate should have at least 2 years of relevant experience, and a Master’s degree is preferred. Candidates must provide citizenship or work visa documentation.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of relevant experience is essential.
• Preferred qualification: Master’s degree.
• Must have a valid work status in the U.S.

Responsibilities

• Schedule and perform school health services.
• Maintain health records for all students.
• Administer first aid and medications as necessary.

Skills

Health record management

First aid administration

Communication with faculty and parents

Education

Master’s degree preferred

At least 2 years of relevant experience

Job description

School Nurse - Substitute (Per Diem)

Reports to the Building Principal and Supervisor of Nurses. Position type: Full‑time. Salary is set by the School Nurse Collective Bargaining Agreement. Schedule: To be determined.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Schedule and be present at all school health services, including physical examinations, immunization clinics, vision and hearing checks, scoliosis checks, pediculosis checks, and hepatitis checks.
• Maintain up‑to‑date health records for all students.
• Notify faculty and staff of students with special health problems, such as life‑threatening allergies, diabetes, heart conditions, and petit mal.
• Interpret a student's health status to parents and school personnel while preserving confidentiality.
• Observe students regularly to determine health needs.
• Authorize the exclusion and/or readmission of students with contagious or infectious diseases.
• Administer first aid according to established procedures.
• Administer and secure medications as necessary.
• Assist the principal in establishing sanitary conditions within the school.
• Serve as a health consultant and resource person for classroom teachers conducting health‑related classes.
• Contact and visit homes of children referred by the principal for counseling when required.
• Maintain adequate first‑aid supplies in each school.
• Attend IDEA evaluation and reevaluation meetings.
• Advise on modification of the educational program to meet students' health needs through the IDEA and 504 process.
• Assume authority, in the absence of a physician, for the care of a student or staff member who has suffered injury or emergency illness.
• Attend committee meetings and conferences regarding health services and the health curriculum, including Safety Committee meetings.
• Participate in in‑service training programs.
• Prepare and submit reports as requested by the Supervisor of Nurses, Assistant Superintendent for Student Support Services, and the Superintendent of Schools.
• Make formal referrals to specialists when appropriate and conduct follow‑up.
• Work with community health agencies when necessary.
• Assist in the formation of health policies, goals, and objectives of the school department.
• Perform other duties as directed by the Supervisor of Nurses, Assistant Superintendent for Student Support Services, and the Superintendent of Schools.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of relevant experience.
• Master’s degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency, or work visa required.

Contact Information

• Joyce O'Neil, Supervisor of Nurses
• Central Office Administration
• Email: [e-mail]