Substitute School Nurse

Danvers Public Schools; Danvers (MA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

Danvers Public Schools seeks a Substitute School Nurse to cover building nurse absences in Danvers, MA. The role requires MA RN licensure and the ability to pass CORI and fingerprint checks.

This is a per-diem, part-time position with duties including administering routine medical care and dispensing medication. The nurse will notify parents of illness or accidents, keep health room logs, and fulfill school nurse responsibilities when the building nurse is away.

Qualifications

• MA RN license is required to work as a substitute school nurse.
• Per-diem, part-time position with variable daily assignments.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa requirements may apply.
• At least 2 years of relevant nursing experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Substitute nurses may be assigned daily or in advance for longer substitutions.
• Pass CORI and fingerprint background checks per Massachusetts law.
• Provide school nursing coverage during the building nurse's absence.
• Administer routine medical care and dispense medication.
• Maintain health room logs and notify parents of illness or accidents.

Skills

Nursing

Education

MA Registered Nurse Licensing

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

Substitute School Nurse

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Job Details

Job ID: 5965649Application Deadline: Posted until filledPosted: Oct 20, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Danvers Public Schools seeks Substitute School NursesReports To: DPS Lead NurseJob Description:

• Substitute nurses may be assigned daily or in advance, for longer-term or scheduled substitutions.
• All applicants must pass CORI and fingerprint background checks as per Massachusetts state law.
• All applicants must provide copies of their current, valid nursing licenses.
• Fulfills school nurse responsibilities during the building nurse's absence
• Administer routine medical care, dispense medication, and provide first aid treatment to students
• Notify parents of illness and accidents, which occur during school hours and fill out appropriate accidents form
• Keep daily log of students seen in health room

Additional Information:

The Danvers Public School District is committed to the principle of equal opportunity in education and employment. We do not discriminate against individuals on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, ancestry, national or ethnic origin, or homelessness in the administration of its educational policies, employment policies, and other school-administered programs and activities.

Position Type: Part-timeJob Categories:

Student Services > School Nurse

Job Requirements

• MA Registered Nurse Licensing Required
• This is a per-diem position.
• Benefits are not included.
• At least 2 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
• Bachelor degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Pamela Ames
• 64 Cabot Road
• Danvers, Massachusetts 01923
• Phone: [phone] x2219
• Email: [e-mail]

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