Substitute School Nurse

Chelmsford Schools; Chelmsford, Northern (MA, KY); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Part time

Job summary

Chelmsford Public Schools in Chelmsford, MA seeks a Substitute School Nurse to provide first aid, administer medications, and document care in line with state laws and district policies. The role supports students and staff in a school setting.

The nurse will collaborate with teachers and parents, triage emergencies, maintain confidentiality, and work part-time under standing orders and school medical procedures. Prior pediatric or community health experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Possession of a valid Commonwealth of Massachusetts license to practice as a Registered Nurse.
• Valid and current CPR and AED certification from a recognized provider.
• Nursing experience in community or child health; pediatrics preferred.
• Understanding of child growth and development.
• Ability to think critically and react decisively in emergencies.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with students, staff and parents while maintaining confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Assess students’ daily visits and health status; provide care per standing orders.
• Administer first aid and emergency care.
• Maintain confidentiality and protect privacy.
• Dispense medications with proper documentation and authorization.
• Collaborate with teachers and parents regarding medical exclusions.
• Communicate health needs to school staff in English.
• Document health care in the student data management system.
• Promote Universal Precautions to maintain a healthy school environment.

Skills

Communication with students/parents

Critical thinking

Multitasking/organization

Education

RN license (Massachusetts)

CPR/AED certification

Tools

Electronic student data management system

Insulin pump & EpiPen administration

Job description

Substitute School Nurse

Chelmsford Public Schools and the School District, Chelmsford, Massachusetts North Chelmsford, Massachusetts

Job Details

Job ID: 5927206

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Sep 15, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Chelmsford Public Schools is currently seeking applicants for the position of Substitute Nurse.

General Description: The Substitute Nurse will provide first aid to students and staff, including, administering medications, performing ordered treatments, caring for illness and documenting in accordance with the Commonwealth of Massachusetts laws and the policies and procedures of the School District.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Assess student’s daily visits, evaluate health status and provides care according to Chelmsford Public Schools Standing orders.
• Administers first-aid and emergency care.
• Ensures confidentiality and protects privacy
• Dispenses medications according to standard nursing practice to students at school with proper documentation of prescriber authorization and parental request.
• Collaborate with teachers, and/or parents regarding students identified for exclusion due to medical reasons.
• Communicate with school personnel in identifying and meeting social, emotional, and physical needs of school children in English.
• Documents health care in electronic student data management system.
• Assist in maintaining a healthy, safe, learning environment by promoting Universal Precautions

Qualifications

• Possession of a valid Commonwealth of Massachusetts license to practice as a Registered Nurses (RN) .
• Valid and current certification in cardio-pulmonary resuscitation and AED from a recognized provider (e.g., American Heart Association).
• Nursing experience in community or child health. Experience in pediatrics is preferred.
• Understanding of child growth and development
• Ability to think critically and react decisively in emergency situations.
• Demonstrated ability to be an effective communicator with students, staff members, and parents and able to maintain confidentiality.

Abilities and Skills

• Understands governmental regulations, Standards of Nursing Practice & Universal precautions.
• Familiarity with various insulin pumps and epipen administration.
• Must be able to multitask, triage and stay organized.

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, walk, reach with hands and arms, kneel and talk or hear. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds.

Position Type: Part-time

Salary: $200 to $200 Per Day

Job Categories:

Student Services > School Nurse

Welcome to Chelmsford Public Schools, Nursing

Located in Chelmsford Massachusetts, the Chelmsford Public Schools serves 6,050 students and faculty at one pre-school, four elementary schools, two middle schools, and one high school. Our mission is to cultivate inspired, creative, and well-rounded lifelong learners who possess the integrity and self-direction necessary to be contributing community members.,

Equal Opportunity Employer

Chelmsford Public Schools is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or disability, as defined and required by state and federal laws. Additionally, we prohibit retaliation against individuals who oppose such discrimination and harassment or who participate in an equal opportunity investigation.

Job Requirements

• Please be prepared to provide copies of all valid licenses/certifications to the hiring manager in the event you are recommended for hire.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Peggy McGowan-Gump , Coordinator of Nursing Services
• 200 Richardson Road
• North Chelmsford, Massachusetts 01863
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]