Registered Nurse

Everett is a city of over 50,000 residents known for its rich culture, diverse population, and strong sense of community. It blends industrial heritage with modern vibrancy, offering a welcoming environment for residents, businesses, and visitors.

About the role

The school nurse works within the public school system and assists with other city programs as assigned. Responsibilities include providing nursing services to promote a healthy school community, minimize absences, and support the well-being of school children.

Responsibilities

• Health assessment, medical treatment, and health counseling of students
• Medication administration
• Development, implementation, and evaluation of individualized medication administration care plans and health care plans
• Collaboration with health care providers and school personnel regarding student health
• Emergency care for injuries or sudden illness
• Implementation of Massachusetts Department of Public Health mandated programs (health screenings, immunization surveillance)
• Referral of students with health problems to appropriate resources
• Maintenance of comprehensive and cumulative health records using Aspen X2
• Collection and reporting of public health/school health activities
• Health promotion within the school and community
• Prevention and control of communicable diseases in schools
• Reporting and investigation of communicable diseases per state regulations
• Assistance with staffing immunization clinics
• Education of school personnel on sanitary standards and universal precautions
• Ordering medical and support supplies for school nurse offices
• Periodic recertification in CPR and First Aid, and maintaining continuing education credits for RN license and DOE certification
• Assistance with other public health or school nurse-related duties as assigned

Requirements

• Current Registered Nurse License
• Current CPR and First Aid Certification from a recognized provider
• Effective and tactful communication with staff, students, and parents
• Knowledge of safety procedures, department policies, and emergency protocols

Physical Demands & Working Environment

• Significant lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling; some climbing and balancing
• Kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling; significant fine finger dexterity
• Sitting (40% of the day), walking, and standing (30% of the day)
• Minimal temperature variations; generally hazard-free environment

Pay

$38.85 – $45.04 hourly

Schedule

35 hours per week, Monday through Friday