Public Health School Nurse – Full-Time

Peabody Public Schools • Peabody, MA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The City of Peabody is seeking a full-time Registered Nurse to work within the public school system and perform nursing services necessary for the development of a healthy school community. This role involves a variety of duties focused on student health and well-being.

Requirements

• Current R.N. license from the Commonwealth of Massachusetts Board of Registration in Nursing required.
• BSN from an accredited School of Nursing required.
• Two years of experience in school health, family practice, community health or pediatrics preferred.
• Department of Education Licensure as a School Nurse (preferred) or eligibility to apply for licensure within 1 year of hire.

Nice To Haves

• Department of Education Licensure as a School Nurse
• Eligibility to apply for School Nurse licensure within 1 year of hire
• Two years of experience in school health, family practice, community health or pediatrics

Responsibilities

• Health assessment, medical treatment, and health counseling of students.
• Medication administration, including the development, implementation, and evaluation of individualized care plans.
• Collaboration with healthcare providers and school personnel regarding student health.
• Providing emergency care in cases of injury or sudden illness.
• Performing or overseeing mandated health screenings and activities by the Massachusetts Department of Public Health.
• Maintaining comprehensive school health records.
• Prevention and control of communicable diseases within the schools.
• Supporting immunization clinics and other public health-related duties.
• Electronic recordkeeping using electronic medical records systems and the statewide infectious disease surveillance system.

Benefits

• Pay rate depends on qualifications and credentials.
• The starting rate ranges from $60,924 to $89,232 DOQ including educational background/degree, years of experience, and DESE licensing status.
• Nurses work the public school schedule, including one week before and after the school session (190 days).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level