School Nurse Anticipated

School Nurse
- All Levels (Anticipated Openings )

Springfield Public Schools SCHOOL HEALTH SERVICES
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Job : 5519137

Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled

Re-Posted: Jul 01, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Work Schedule: To be arranged with the Principal and the Nursing Supervisor of Nursing (In accordance with contract requirements).

Salary: School Nurse (RN) Salary Schedule
- Annual Salary - $56 - $76,433.00

Position Type: Full Year

Salary: $56,126 to $60,839 BU Salary Schedule

Job Categories: Student Services >
School Nurse

DEPARTMENT:
Nursing

REPORTS TO:

Principal/Nursing Supervisor

• Assess and evaluates students health pertinent family history and home factors, counsel students, parents and school personnel about health problems and issues.
• Maintain a health records, conduct, require research and evaluate school health programs.
• Notify appropriate individuals of immediate and potential health related problems.
• Coordinate health resources of school, home, community and allied health agencies/hospitals by making necessary arrangements, maintaining records, notifying and counseling students, parents/guardians and health personnel
• Prepares regular written reports for supervisor, MDPH and other relevant agencies
• Develops an individual health care plan as needed and coordinates with the other providers and school personnel
• Documents pertinent information in student records according to the Standards of Practice
• Provides emergency care for all students on school premises in the event of injury or sudden illness
• Medication administration to students with parent/guardian and physician consent
• Perform site mandated screenings in vision, hearing, scoliosis, TB testing and other health related activities as deemed appropriate by state and city departments of public health
• Provide information about health and disease prevention in cooperation with health education programs as requested by administrators
• Participates in school health related activities as deemed appropriate for school nurse by principal/supervisor
• Acts as a resource in health education to students and families
• Initiate, promote, maintain and implement programs for the recognition, prevent and control of disease, including giving immunizations.
• Participate in 766 Core evaluation team by coordinating medical evaluation, providing medical data and appropriate interpretations, provide sociological assessment and early childhood screenings as requested.
• Collaborate with staff in school and health centers.
• Sport Physical clearance coverage as needed.

• Must have a current valid, license to practice as a Registered Nurse in Massachusetts.
• Have three years of responsible professional experience in school nursing or a related field preferred.
• Current certification in cardio-pulmonary resuscitation
• Must be DOE certified or certifiable by the Department of Education in educator category, Nurse, All Levels. (DOE certification eligibility currently requires a minimum of a BSN)

About our District

Springfield Public Schools is a cultural gem in Western Massachusetts that is committed to providing a learning environment that opens the doors of infinite possibilities to our amazing students and staff. We strive to equip each of our approximately 24,000 students with learning experiences that enhance their knowledge and critical thinking skills. We are the 3 rd largest district in Massachusetts.

Our district has over 44 languages spoken and over 60 countries represented by both students and staff. We foster a positive and professional environment in our schools and worksites where people feel valued,…