Substitute School Nurse, per diem

Young World Physical Education; Westborough (MA); On-site; USD 31,365 - 33,210; Part time

Job summary

Young World Physical Education, in Westborough, MA, is looking for talented Substitute School Nurses. This position offers a flexible schedule, ideal for those wanting part-time work while supporting student health in a dynamic educational environment.

Candidates should have valid RN licenses, CPR certifications, and experience in pediatric nursing. Join our mission of ensuring safe and effective health services for our diverse student body.

Qualifications

• Experience in Pediatric nursing preferred.
• Must have a valid nursing license and CPR certification.
• Ability to create a supportive and equitable environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate health services for students.
• Assess physical and emotional health needs of children.
• Collaborate with parents and community health providers.

Skills

Pediatric nursing

Cultural proficiency

Social-emotional learning

Anti-bias training

Communication

Collaboration

Education

Valid RN license in Massachusetts

Current CPR certification

Bachelor degree preferred

Tools

SNAP software

PowerSchool software

Google applications

Job description

Substitute School Nurse, per diem

Westborough Public Schools 3210000 District - Westborough, Massachusetts

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Job Details

• Job ID: 3476779
• Application Deadline: Sep 02, 2026 6:00 PM (Eastern Standard Time)
• Re-Posted: Jan 21, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Job Description

The Westborough Public Schools seek talented Substitute School Nurses who are invested in the achievement, equity, and access of all learners in and beyond the classroom to join our on‑call nursing staff.

Nurses with international/diverse backgrounds or experience are encouraged to apply.

These positions are a great opportunity for those who seek a part‑time, flexible work schedule in a dynamic school district.

Interested candidates should apply online and submit a cover letter, resume, official or unofficial copies of undergraduate/graduate transcripts, license # or unofficial copy of license (nursing and school nurse if applicable), copy of CPR certification/AED training certification and three current professional letters of reference, including one from a direct supervisor or evaluator via Applicant Tracking.

The Westborough Public Schools seek professionals who are excited to join a high‑performing district where academic excellence, equity and wellness are our core values.

We are an innovative, supportive, and high‑performing district whose stellar staff provides high quality services for our diverse students and their families.

We educate approximately 4,000 students from Pre‑K through age 22, from homes that speak almost 30 different languages. Our student population is approximately 54% Students of Color and 46% White students.

We support our passionate, dedicated, and highly skilled staff through ongoing collaboration to ensure their safety, health, sense of belonging, and professional growth.

With a graduation rate of 97% and 90% of our students attending post‑secondary schools, we are proud of our commitment to excellence in educating students to be informed and successful global citizens.

Job Title: On‑call Substitute School Nurse

Reports to: School Principal and Nurse Leader

Compensation: $170 per day, $85 per half‑day

Department: Nursing

FLSA Status: Per Diem

Work Year: School Year, as needed on‑call

Job Goal: The School Nurse manages and coordinates health services for students within the school setting, while interacting with their educational goals, personal health, and public health needs. Responsibilities include nursing services, collaboration, health education, and community health and emergency planning.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Professional Certification Required:
  • Valid license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the state of Massachusetts (M.G.L. c.71, s.53)
  • Current CPR certification / AED training from a recognized provider (such as the American Red Cross or American Heart Association) (required)
• Specialized Knowledge: pediatric nursing, child development, cultural proficiency, social‑emotional learning, anti‑bias training
• Preferred Experience:
  • Experience in Pediatric nursing
  • Experience as a nurse in a diverse public school setting and working with English Language Learners
  • Experience with students with special needs, including students with emotional, behavioral, and/or learning challenges
  • Highly desirable to have experience with:
    • SNAP software
    • PowerSchool software
    • Google applications (gmail, docs, spreadsheets, etc.)
• Skills:
  • Ability to create a welcoming, supportive, and equitable environment
  • Ability to apply knowledge of current research and theory with a demonstrated commitment to remain current in content knowledge and best practices for school nurses
  • Ability to partner and collaborate with school staff, department colleagues, and administrators
  • Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing, with children and adults
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with students, colleagues, and parents
  • Candidates should have a passion for working with students, families, and colleagues
  • Candidates should have a commitment to the education and care of all students
  • COI, Sori and Fingerprinting: All appointments are conditional based on a satisfactory COI, SORI and SAFIS Background Check per 603 CMR 51.00.

CENTRAL FUNCTIONS OF THE JOB (MAY INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO):

• Creates a welcoming and supportive environment that embraces the diversity among individuals and ensures equitable opportunities for all
• Manages and coordinates health services for students within the school setting, while interacting with their educational goals, personal health, and public health needs
• Assess children for a wide range of physical and social/emotional/behavioral illnesses and develops programs to prevent the spread of disease and promote wellness
• Provides medically prescribed interventions, including medication administration and treatments
• Provides first aid/emergency care to students and staff
• Collaborates with students, parents, members of the school‑based team, and community health care providers and agencies to optimize student healthcare and learning
• Promotes positive safety practices within and outside of the school building
• Ensures timely documentation of all encounters with students
• Maintains comprehensive and confidential health records for students that are compliant with federal, state and local regulations
• Must remain proficient in current technology for health record database used throughout the system (SNAP)
• Participates in IEP and 504 implementation as needed
• Trains staff on EpiPen use, Life Threatening Allergy safety, and other health‑related concerns as needed
• Serves as liaison among the school, the home, community health care agencies, and other healthcare professionals
• Shares responsibility for accomplishing the goals and priorities of his/her/their department, school, and school district, and actively participates in all faculty and committee meetings as required, and district‑wide committees as needed
• Maintains and improves professional competence through active participation in professional development activities, and by self‑generated activities that meet district expectations and the requirements for licensure recertification
• Any other relative duties as assigned

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

The Substitute School Nurse does not have supervisory responsibilities for other staff.

The Westborough Public Schools do 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.

Date Updated: 3/30/2023

Position Type: 9.2 Part‑Time Day‑to‑Day Substitute

Job Categories: Student Services > School Nurse

Job Requirements

• At least 5 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
• Bachelor degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.

Contact Information

• Tammy Costello , Director of Human Resources
• 45 West Main Street
• Westborough, Massachusetts 01581
• Phone: 508‑836‑7700
• Email: [e-mail]