Substitute​/Per Diem School Nurse,, Salem, MA SY

Substitute/Per Diem School Nurse, Salem Public Schools, Salem, MA [SY ]

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Job : 5938996

Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled

Posted: Sep 24, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Substitute/Per Diem School Nurse, Salem Public Schools, Salem, MA [SY ]

About
Salem Public Schools , where belonging leads to opportunity.

Salem is a small, diverse city with a proud maritime and immigrant history. Salem Public Schools is an urban public school district enrolling nearly 4,000 students across our 11 schools. Our vision is to ensure that all students will be locally engaged, globally connected, and fully prepared to thrive in a diverse and changing world. We hold dear our core values of belonging, equity , and opportunity in everything we do.

Over the next three years ), we are committed to the work outlined by the four core priorities in our strategic plan :
1) Elevate Learning;
2) Empower Educators;
3) Center Belonging; and
4) Strengthen Our Foundation. We seek individuals who are passionate about urban education and understand the urgency of improving student achievement for all students, regardless of ability, economic status, gender/gender identity, language, race/ethnicity, sexual orientation, or other backgrounds. Applicants who have experience working in urban schools and settings and are bilingual are strongly encouraged to apply.

What You’ll Do:

Substitute/Per Diem School Nurses work as needed throughout the school year. The Substitute/Per Diem School Nurse may perform, or assist other nurses in performing, the day-to-day operation of the school health office during the school year. In addition, Substitute/Per Diem School Nurses may be asked to attend field trips with students whose medical condition requires that a School Nurse accompany them on excursions.

Candidates must be flexible, self-directed, innovative thinkers, willing to learn, passionate about improving health services for all learners, and continually looking for ways to improve processes, programs, and outcomes.

Role Responsibilities:

The general Substitute/Per Diem School Nurse's duties are to administer prescription and non-prescription medications according to school policy and in compliance with 105 CMR 210, perform required school health screenings, perform prescribed procedures for students with special health care needs, provide first aid, maintain electronic health records, document the activities of the school health clinic, assess and care for ill or injured students, and perform other related nursing duties as needed in the school setting as directed by the Director of Nursing and Health Services.

Role Responsibilities:

The general Substitute/Per Diem School Nurse's duties are to administer prescription and non-prescription medications according to school policy and in compliance with 105 CMR 210, perform required school health screenings, perform prescribed procedures for students with special health care needs, provide first aid, maintain electronic health records, document the activities of the school health clinic, assess and care for ill or injured students, and perform other related nursing duties as needed in the school setting as directed by the Director of Nursing and Health Services.

What You’ll Bring:

We are looking for candidates who have diverse backgrounds and experiences, are inspired by our mission, and are highly motivated to change children’s lives through education. You’ll be right at home here if you are a reflective practitioner who values collaboration with colleagues and pushes yourself, your work, and the people around you…