Summer Academy Nurse

Young World Physical Education; Westfield (MA); On-site; USD 51,143 - 72,840; Part time

Job summary

Young World Physical Education is hiring a Summer Academy Nurse for the Westfield Public Schools Summer Academy Program, starting July 1, 2025. In this role, you will assess student health needs, provide first aid, and manage health records. The position involves working closely with school staff to ensure the well-being of students.

Applicants must be licensed Registered Nurses with CPR certification and preferably hold certification as a School Nurse in Massachusetts. Salary is $45.00 per hour for up to 83 hours.

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid nursing license as a Registered Nurse.
• Certification as a School Nurse in Massachusetts is required.
• Current CPR certification is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Assess and provide first aid for student health issues.
• Maintain and manage student health records and medication logs.
• Communicate health-related updates to parents or guardians.

Skills

Licensed Registered Nurse

Certified or certifiable as a School Nurse

CPR certified

Job description

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Applications will be accepted for a Summer Academy Nurse in the Westfield Public Schools Summer Academy Program.

Responsibilities

• Attend training on July 1, 2026.
• Assess and provide first aid for minor injuries and illnesses, and determine when additional medical care is needed.
• Provide prescribed medications to students.
• Review, update, and securely maintain student health information, medication logs, and incident reports.
• Contact parents or guardians regarding illnesses, injuries, medication concerns, and health-related updates.
• Work closely with teachers, counselors, and administrators to ensure student health needs are understood and accommodated.
• Establish and maintain standards of student behavior needed to achieve an optimal learning atmosphere in the classroom and develop positive relationships with students.
• Implement the Positive Behavioral Intervention and Supports (PBIS) model.
• Help to create an atmosphere of tolerance and respect for all members of the school community.
• Perform any duties assigned by the Director of Curriculum and Instruction, the Director of Assessment and Accountability, and Program Site Coordinators.

Qualifications

• Licensed Registered Nurse.
• Certified or certifiable as a School Nurse, Commonwealth of Massachusetts, Department of Elementary and Secondary Education.
• CPR certified.

Work Hours

Nurse Hours: July 1, 2026, 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. (Training); 8:45 a.m. – 1:15 p.m., Monday – Thursday, July 6 – July 30, 2026.

Student Hours: 9 a.m. – 1:00 p.m., Monday – Thursday.

Employment Details

Starting Date: July 1, 2025
Ending Date: July 30, 2025
Salary: $45.00 per hour (up to 83 hours)
Reports To: District Coordinators
Funding: Summer programs pending grant funding

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Westfield Public Schools provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.