Part-Time School Nurse (.FTE

Part-Time School Nurse (.5 FTE) Job  

Position Type:
Health Services/ Nurse

Date Posted: 10/7/2026

Location:

District-Wide

The Bedford Public Schools seeks an energetic and team-oriented individual for the position of part-time district-wide school nurse within the Bedford School System. This position will be part of a progressive student health team and will report to the School Nurse Leader.

Duties include, but are not limited to: providing nursing coverage across the four public schools as a second school nurse or as the sole nurse in the event the school nurse is absent, as well as providing additional nursing support for screenings, health records, and other school nursing activities; assisting with completion of medical records for school sports physicals; collecting medical information and preparing records for incoming students;

conducting mandated screenings, including postural, hearing, vision, and BMI; establishing and maintaining a comprehensive school health program; assessing and addressing the health needs of children; collecting and evaluating student health data to develop nursing diagnoses and nursing care plans; collaborating with school health partners to ensure quality health care is provided to children; and working independently in a busy school health office.

Other duties may include participation in the school health and wellness committee and safety or emergency preparedness activities.

Strong preference will be given for previous relevant school health experience

Attention to detail

Excellent communication skills

Ability to work with confidential information

Experience with personal computer; software including Microsoft Word, Excel, Aspen and SNAP

Valid license as a Registered Nurse with the Massachusetts Board of Registration

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing

Current School Nurse Licensure with the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) or ability to obtain licensure within 2 years

Current and valid certification in CPR and First Aid

Current and valid Motor Vehicle Driver's License

Per The Bedford School Nurses Contract (salary comparable to BEA contract)

Bedford Public Schools are committed to hiring, mentoring, and retaining a diverse staff. We are relentless in our efforts to bolster equity, in both academic and work spaces, by fostering a culture of belonging and ensuring our diverse employees and students have equitable access to the resources and opportunities needed to thrive — personally, professionally, and academically.