Natick Public Schools
School Nurse (2683)
Natick Public Schools, Natick, Massachusetts, us, 01760
The Natick Public Schools Seek a
Nurse
Start date: 01/13/2025
We invite you to explore a career with Natick Public Schools
The Natick Public Schools educate approximately 5,300 students from Pre-K through age 22. We are an innovative, supportive, and high-performing district whose outstanding staff provides high quality services for our diverse students and their families from Natick and Boston. Natick Public Schools is a community dedicated to all students achieving high standards in a safe, trusting, respectful environment where learning is exciting, dynamic, and engaging, and where connectedness and belonging are valued and actively cultivated. We are home to families that speak almost 60 different languages and our student population is approximately 29% Students of Color and 71% White students. With a graduation rate of 97% and 90% of our students attending post-secondary schools, we are proud of our commitment to excellence in educating students to be informed and successful citizens of a global world.
We enthusiastically welcome educators to our district who seek and thrive in a diverse environment that focuses on the whole child in a strengths-based approach. Please partner with us in our mission to support the diversity of our school community, promote and deliver equitable practices for all of our staff, students, and families, and create meaningful connections that enable everyone to feel included and thrive.
Job Title
Nurse
Location
Wilson
Reports To
Director of Nursing
Building Principal
Work days/FTE
183/1.0
Salary/Benefits
Salary and benefits as per the Unit A Contract of the Natick Educators Association
Benefits Eligible?
Yes
JOB GOAL:
Profile of a Natick Educator
The school nurse will perform professional nursing duties consistent with Massachusetts guidelines, regulations and statutes governing nursing, school health, and local district policy. The Registered nurse will work collaboratively with other school nurses to assist with the implementation of the school health program as defined by the school district. Outstanding organizational, written and communications skills as well as excellent interpersonal skills are essential for this position.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education:
Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree in Nursing preferred
Professional Certification : Registered Nurse Preferred: Massachusetts DESE Educator License as a School Nurse NPS will support the right candidate in obtaining DESE licensure
Specialized Knowledge: Strong knowledge of child and adolescent development Strong knowledge of healthcare and diagnostics as they relate to children and adolescents Understanding of social-emotional development of students Meet all state and federal guidelines in order to be fully licensed and highly qualified Understanding of and commitment to the principles and practices of diversity, equity, inclusion, and social justice as they relate to student engagement and success.
Preferred Experience: Two years of experience in pediatric or community health Previous public school nursing experience preferred
Skills: Demonstrated aptitude for work to be performed. Candidates should have a passion for working with students, families, and colleagues. Candidates must be flexible and collaborative. Candidates must have outstanding oral communication and interpersonal skills. Candidates must be able to multitask in a fast-paced, supportive environment that nurtures student growth. Candidates must be organized and able to meet ongoing, time-sensitive deadlines for work production. Strong work ethic and attention to detail. An unrelenting focus on student success, safety and accountability.
Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Superintendent may find appropriate and in conformity with state certification requirements.
TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT USED Phone, personal computer and software applications, scanner, copy machine, calculator, printers and fax machine.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE JOB (not limited to)
The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the American with Disabilities Act (ADA) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding this position and additional duties may be assigned. Triages students/ staff with illness or injury and provides appropriate intervention and follow-up. Administers medication in compliance with school policy and state regulations. Conducts all state-mandated screening programs for designated grade levels including vision, hearing, postural screening, SBIRT, height and weight. Identifies specific medical needs relating to the particular health status of the student and facilitates appropriate management for the student in the school setting. Serves as a health advocate for the student through communication with parents, health care providers, school and community agencies. Manages immunization compliance per MADPH regulations for all current and newly enrolling students. Develops and maintains, when appropriate, individualized health care plans and 504 plans for students with documented health needs. Educates students, parents, and staff regarding health issues.
WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the job satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to: move about the classroom, school, school grounds, office, and/or off-site locations. On some occasions, it may be necessary to move quickly across even or uneven surfaces; remain in a stationary position for periods of time; operate a computer and other school/office productivity machinery (i.e., iPad, copy machine, computer printer, assistive technology, etc.); read material from a computer monitor as well as handwritten or printed matter with or without visual aids; position oneself to maintain files and access school/classroom/office materials; communicate with others so that information received and given is understood and accurately communicated; communicate and collaborate effectively with students, parents, and other staff members in person, via video conference, on the telephone, and/or in writing; observe details at close range in the school setting, ensure the safety of students; multitask and meet multiple demands from several people; may need to teach and support students with life skills development such as eating, cleaning, and toileting lifting up to and including 25 lbs the noise level in the work environment is moderate to loud.
SELECTION GUIDELINES Formal application Rating of education and experience Oral interviews Reference check Strong record of work performance in current and previous roles required Successful completion of Criminal Records Check (C.O.R.I.), Sexual Offender Record Check (S.O.R.I.), and fingerprints.
The Natick Public Schools do not discriminate on the basis of age, race, creed, color, religion, nationality, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions, physical and intellectual differences, immigration status, homeless status, or any other class protected by law.
Nurse
Start date: 01/13/2025
We invite you to explore a career with Natick Public Schools
The Natick Public Schools educate approximately 5,300 students from Pre-K through age 22. We are an innovative, supportive, and high-performing district whose outstanding staff provides high quality services for our diverse students and their families from Natick and Boston. Natick Public Schools is a community dedicated to all students achieving high standards in a safe, trusting, respectful environment where learning is exciting, dynamic, and engaging, and where connectedness and belonging are valued and actively cultivated. We are home to families that speak almost 60 different languages and our student population is approximately 29% Students of Color and 71% White students. With a graduation rate of 97% and 90% of our students attending post-secondary schools, we are proud of our commitment to excellence in educating students to be informed and successful citizens of a global world.
We enthusiastically welcome educators to our district who seek and thrive in a diverse environment that focuses on the whole child in a strengths-based approach. Please partner with us in our mission to support the diversity of our school community, promote and deliver equitable practices for all of our staff, students, and families, and create meaningful connections that enable everyone to feel included and thrive.
Job Title
Nurse
Location
Wilson
Reports To
Director of Nursing
Building Principal
Work days/FTE
183/1.0
Salary/Benefits
Salary and benefits as per the Unit A Contract of the Natick Educators Association
Benefits Eligible?
Yes
JOB GOAL:
Profile of a Natick Educator
The school nurse will perform professional nursing duties consistent with Massachusetts guidelines, regulations and statutes governing nursing, school health, and local district policy. The Registered nurse will work collaboratively with other school nurses to assist with the implementation of the school health program as defined by the school district. Outstanding organizational, written and communications skills as well as excellent interpersonal skills are essential for this position.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education:
Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree in Nursing preferred
Professional Certification : Registered Nurse Preferred: Massachusetts DESE Educator License as a School Nurse NPS will support the right candidate in obtaining DESE licensure
Specialized Knowledge: Strong knowledge of child and adolescent development Strong knowledge of healthcare and diagnostics as they relate to children and adolescents Understanding of social-emotional development of students Meet all state and federal guidelines in order to be fully licensed and highly qualified Understanding of and commitment to the principles and practices of diversity, equity, inclusion, and social justice as they relate to student engagement and success.
Preferred Experience: Two years of experience in pediatric or community health Previous public school nursing experience preferred
Skills: Demonstrated aptitude for work to be performed. Candidates should have a passion for working with students, families, and colleagues. Candidates must be flexible and collaborative. Candidates must have outstanding oral communication and interpersonal skills. Candidates must be able to multitask in a fast-paced, supportive environment that nurtures student growth. Candidates must be organized and able to meet ongoing, time-sensitive deadlines for work production. Strong work ethic and attention to detail. An unrelenting focus on student success, safety and accountability.
Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Superintendent may find appropriate and in conformity with state certification requirements.
TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT USED Phone, personal computer and software applications, scanner, copy machine, calculator, printers and fax machine.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE JOB (not limited to)
The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the American with Disabilities Act (ADA) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding this position and additional duties may be assigned. Triages students/ staff with illness or injury and provides appropriate intervention and follow-up. Administers medication in compliance with school policy and state regulations. Conducts all state-mandated screening programs for designated grade levels including vision, hearing, postural screening, SBIRT, height and weight. Identifies specific medical needs relating to the particular health status of the student and facilitates appropriate management for the student in the school setting. Serves as a health advocate for the student through communication with parents, health care providers, school and community agencies. Manages immunization compliance per MADPH regulations for all current and newly enrolling students. Develops and maintains, when appropriate, individualized health care plans and 504 plans for students with documented health needs. Educates students, parents, and staff regarding health issues.
WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the job satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to: move about the classroom, school, school grounds, office, and/or off-site locations. On some occasions, it may be necessary to move quickly across even or uneven surfaces; remain in a stationary position for periods of time; operate a computer and other school/office productivity machinery (i.e., iPad, copy machine, computer printer, assistive technology, etc.); read material from a computer monitor as well as handwritten or printed matter with or without visual aids; position oneself to maintain files and access school/classroom/office materials; communicate with others so that information received and given is understood and accurately communicated; communicate and collaborate effectively with students, parents, and other staff members in person, via video conference, on the telephone, and/or in writing; observe details at close range in the school setting, ensure the safety of students; multitask and meet multiple demands from several people; may need to teach and support students with life skills development such as eating, cleaning, and toileting lifting up to and including 25 lbs the noise level in the work environment is moderate to loud.
SELECTION GUIDELINES Formal application Rating of education and experience Oral interviews Reference check Strong record of work performance in current and previous roles required Successful completion of Criminal Records Check (C.O.R.I.), Sexual Offender Record Check (S.O.R.I.), and fingerprints.
The Natick Public Schools do not discriminate on the basis of age, race, creed, color, religion, nationality, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions, physical and intellectual differences, immigration status, homeless status, or any other class protected by law.