Substitute School Nurse

Substitute School Nurse

Chelmsford Public Schools - Chelmsford, Massachusetts | Nursing - North Chelmsford, Massachusetts

Job : 5283484

Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled

Re-Posted: Aug 14, 2025 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Aug 25, 2025

Chelmsford Public Schools is currently seeking applicants for the position of Substitute Nurse.

General Description: The Substitute Nurse will provide first aid to students and staff, including administering medications, performing ordered treatments, caring for illness, and documenting in accordance with the Commonwealth of Massachusetts laws and the policies and procedures of the School District.

• Assess students’ daily visits, evaluate health status and provide care according to Chelmsford Public Schools Standing orders.
• Administer first-aid and emergency care.
• Ensure confidentiality and protect privacy.
• Dispense medications according to standard nursing practice to students at school with proper documentation of prescriber authorization and parental request.
• Collaborate with teachers and/or parents regarding students identified for exclusion due to medical reasons.
• Communicate with school personnel to identify and meet social, emotional, and physical needs of school children in English.
• Document health care in electronic student data management system.
• Assist in maintaining a healthy, safe learning environment by promoting Universal Precautions.

• Possession of a valid Commonwealth of Massachusetts license to practice as a Registered Nurse (RN).
• Valid and current certification in cardiopulmonary resuscitation and AED from a recognized provider (e.g., American Heart Association).
• Nursing experience in community or child health. Experience in pediatrics is preferred.
• Understanding of child growth and development.
• Ability to think critically and react decisively in emergency situations.
• Demonstrated ability to be an effective communicator with students, staff members, and parents and to maintain confidentiality.

• Understands governmental regulations, Standards of Nursing Practice & Universal precautions.
• Familiarity with various insulin pumps and epinephrine auto‑injectors.
• Must be able to multitask, triage, and stay organized.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, walk, reach with hands and arms, kneel and talk or hear. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds.

Position Type: Part‑time

Job Categories: Student Services >
School Nurse

Located in Chelmsford, Massachusetts, the Chelmsford Public Schools serves 6,050 students and faculty at one pre‑school, four elementary schools, two middle schools, and one high school. Our mission is to cultivate inspired, creative, and well‑rounded lifelong learners who possess the integrity and self‑direction necessary to be contributing community members.

Chelmsford Public Schools is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or disability, as defined and required by state and federal laws. Additionally, we prohibit retaliation against individuals who oppose such discrimination and harassment or who participate in an equal opportunity investigation.

• Please be prepared to provide copies of all valid licenses / certifications to the hiring manager in the event you are recommended for hire.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.

• 1. Have you previously been employed by Chelmsford Public Schools? If yes, please list the previous position(s).
  Short Essay (Answer limited to 600 characters, including spaces)
• 2. How did you hear about this open position?
  Brief Response (Answer limited to 200 characters, including spaces)