School Nurse

School Nurse

Framingham Public Schools – Potter Road Elementary School – Framingham, Massachusetts
School Year

The School Nurse provides direct support to students by assisting them to maintain, improve, or adapt to their health status. The role contributes to optimal health and educational potential, ensuring all students have equal access to high‑quality instruction and academic achievement in alignment with Framingham Public Schools’ commitment to excellence, equity, and closing achievement gaps.

Framingham is a vibrant, diverse suburban community 20 mi west of Boston, home to a dynamic public school system with nine elementary schools, three middle schools, and a high school. The district emphasizes dual‑language programs, comprehensive special education services, and culturally responsive practices.

• Valid Massachusetts Teaching License – School Nurse (All Levels)

• Minimum of a bachelor’s degree in nursing from an accredited institution.
• Preferred professional experience in school, pediatric, or public health nursing.
• Preferred bilingual proficiency in Spanish and/or Portuguese.

• Clinical Expertise: Knowledge of nursing principles, pediatric care, and infectious disease management.
• Clinical Supervision: Ability to evaluate and supervise nursing practice of RNs, LPNs, and CNAs in accordance with the Massachusetts Nurse Practice Act.
• Medical Assessment: Ability to interpret complex medical data to inform Special Education (SPED) evaluations and Individualized Health Care Plans (IHCPs).
• Emergency Leadership: Ability to manage medical emergencies, allergy protocols, and technology‑dependent student care.
• Data Integrity & Compliance: Skill in maintaining and auditing computerized medical records for state‑mandated screenings and immunizations.
• Compliance & Ethics: Thorough knowledge of ethical standards, confidentiality, and record‑keeping in school social work/counseling contexts.
• Instructional Technology: Proficiency with Google Workspace for Education and specialized data‑tracking software.
• Communication: Ability to convey clinical observations clearly to teachers, parents, and staff, translating them into actionable educational strategies.
• Cultural Proficiency: Demonstrated competence in fostering equity and inclusion, ensuring language accessibility in all communications.
• Professionalism & Clinical Composure: Reliable attendance, professional demeanor, and objective judgment in high‑stakes emotional situations.

• Initiate and oversee all state‑mandated screening programs (vision, hearing, postural, BMI) and facilitate immunization compliance.
• Triage students and staff with injuries or illnesses, administer medication per school policy and state regulations.
• Develop individualized health care plans (IHCPs) for students with documented health needs and provide special care for technology‑dependent students.

• Educate and promote compliance with universal precautions and identify unsafe conditions in the school environment.
• Collaborate with school personnel to develop and facilitate safety plans for students with chronic health conditions.

• Consult with teachers regarding health issues that may impact learning and assist in modifying educational programs to meet health needs.
• Act as a nurse educator for students, parents, and staff on specific health topics and wellness.

• Maintain computerized medical records and submit all reports mandated by the Massachusetts Department of Public Health.
• Provide interpretation of health assessments and medical data for Special Education (SPED) evaluations.

• Commit to ongoing professional development, staying current with evidence‑based practices and antiracist pedagogical frameworks.
• Contribute to the school community by participating in staff meetings, serving on committees, and supporting extracurricular activities as directed.
• Plan and supervise purposeful assignments for educational…