2026 Per Diem Summer Building Nurse 3/5 Positions

Cambridge Public Schools•Cambridge, MA

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The 2026 Summer Per Diem Building Nurse will provide coverage to Summer Nurses to support the needs of students participating in onsite summer programs. Working under the direction of the Summer and Vacation Week Program Manager, the Per Diem Nurse will be responsible for supporting medication management for students in CPS academic programs and general first aid for up to 200 students per building. The Summer Building Per Diem Nurse will be available for per diem on-site shifts scheduled Monday July 7 - Monday August 1st. Shifts will be 7 hours (8am - 2:00 pm) at one of the following buildings: CRLS, Haggerty, M.L. King/ PAUS, King Open/CSUS, Morse, Peabody/RAUC, and Tobin/DVUS. The Per Diem Nurses will be scheduled and overseen by the Summer Charge Nurse, supported by the CPS Operations Manager. The position will include 1-2 hours for orientation and onboarding to the program.

Requirements

Must be a Registered Nurse, Licensed Nurse Practitioner or Physician's Assistant.
Must have three (3) to five (5) years of experience in nursing
Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to be empathic and listen to others.

Nice To Haves

Preference will be given to current CHA employees.
Experience working with youth.
Nursing experience within a school setting preferred.

Responsibilities

Collaborate with Summer Program Site Coordinators on maintaining up to date student health information for the summer.
Oversee and administer medication; per student medical records and IEP/ 504 plans.
Respond appropriately to health emergencies, and offer appropriate First Aid.
Assess the social and emotional climate for the students.
Help establish a positive school culture and climate where every child feels safe and respected.