Position Title: Elementary School Nurse School: Smith Elementary School Reports To: Building Principals
Position Summary We are seeking a compassionate, skilled, and collaborative school nurse to support the health, safety, and well-being of students and staff at the elementary school level. The Elementary School Nurse is responsible for providing comprehensive school health services, responding to student medical needs, managing student health conditions, and promoting a safe and healthy school environment. The nurse works collaboratively with students, families, staff, administrators, and healthcare providers to support students' health needs, developmental needs, and access to education.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide nursing care, first aid, and health services to students and staff during the school day.
- Assess student health concerns and determine appropriate interventions, referrals, and follow-up, considering students' ages and developmental needs.
- Administer medications and treatments in accordance with physician orders, parent/guardian authorization, and applicable state regulations and district procedures.
- Develop, implement, and maintain individualized health care plans and emergency action plans for students with significant or chronic health conditions.
- Respond to medical emergencies and coordinate emergency care as necessary.
- Maintain accurate, confidential, and up-to-date student health records, including health histories, medication and treatment documentation, screenings, immunization records, and health office visits.
- Conduct required health screenings and provide appropriate follow-up and referrals.
- Monitor student immunization and physical examination requirements and communicate with families regarding required health documentation.
- Communicate and collaborate with parents/guardians, healthcare providers, school staff, and administrators regarding student health needs.
- Participate in student support, Section 504, and special education processes when a student's health needs impact access to education or require nursing input.
- Develop and communicate appropriate health and safety plans for field trips, extracurricular activities, and other school-sponsored activities, as needed.
- Provide age-appropriate health education and guidance to students and staff regarding health, hygiene, wellness, disease prevention, and management of student-specific medical needs.
- Support students in developing age-appropriate independence and self-management skills related to their health needs.
- Support district and school health policies, procedures, and emergency preparedness protocols.
- Maintain student confidentiality in accordance with applicable federal and state requirements.
- Provide nursing coverage at other district schools, on field trips, or at school-sponsored activities, as needed.
- Perform other school health-related duties as assigned.
Full time benefited employees at the Danvers Public Schools are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package offered through the Town of Danvers. Click HERE for a highlight of these benefits.
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.Requirements
- Current and valid Massachusetts nursing license as a Registered Nurse (RN)
- Must meet all applicable Massachusetts requirements for employment as a school nurse, including DESE certification.
- Bachelor's degree in nursing preferred.
- Current certification in CPR/AED and Basic Life Support (BLS).
- Experience in school nursing, pediatric nursing, community health, or a related setting preferred.
- Knowledge of elementary-aged children's developmental and health needs, chronic health conditions, medication administration, and emergency response.
- Strong communication, organization, clinical judgment, and collaboration skills.
- Ability to work effectively and respectfully with elementary-aged students, families, educators, administrators, and healthcare providers.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound professional judgment.