LTS School Nurse
Listed on 2026-08-31
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Nursing
Public Health Nurse
LTS School Nurse
Uxbridge Public Schools Taft Elementary - Uxbridge, Massachusetts Open in Google Maps
Job DetailsJob : 5903008
Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled
Posted: Aug 26, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date: Aug 27, 2026
Job DescriptionLong Term Substitute:
Full-time position at Taft Early Learning Center for the school year. This person is the provider of health related services at the school level and is an essential part of maintaining a healthy and safe school environment where all students can learn and make successful progress.
- Completes health evaluations of students as required by district policy, the Department of Public Health, or IDEA.
- Conducts mandated health screenings, including vision, hearing, growth, and postural screenings, in accordance with DPH guidelines.
- Develops and implements Individualized Health Care Plans and Emergency Action Plans for students with chronic or acute health conditions.
- Administers medications and treatments in accordance with DPH and district guidelines, including emergency medications such as epinephrine and glucagon.
- Consults with students, parents, administrators, and staff to explain health assessments, medical information, and care plans.
- Maintains accurate and confidential health records and files in compliance with state and federal regulations.
- Assists students, families, and staff in locating and accessing appropriate health services and community resources.
- Monitors compliance with state immunization requirements, including follow up with families on outstanding records.
- Supervises and trains volunteers and unlicensed staff who assist in the delivery of student health services, including medication administration training.
- Collaborates with classroom teachers, special education staff, and Team members on health related accommodations for IEPs and 504 plans.
- Works cooperatively with the school physician, outside providers, and community health agencies in the delivery of services.
- Completes follow up on accident and injury reports with students and parents.
- Provides in-service training to staff on topics such as allergy management, seizure response, and universal precautions.
- Reports communicable diseases and other public health concerns to local and state health authorities as required.
- Advise the Principal and district administration on medical or health related issues as needed.
- Completes plans, reports, and other documentation required by policy, regulation, or Medicaid billing for school health services.
Position Type: Full-time
Salary: $232 to $290 Per Day
Job Requirements- B.S. Degree in Nursing; coursework in education or educational experience preferred.
- Current, unrestricted Massachusetts RN license.
- Massachusetts DESE licensure in the School Nurse category.
- Pre-service experience working in a school or health service delivery environment preferred.
- Current CPR/First Aid certification; trainer level preferred.
- Willingness to serve on the schools crisis team
- Working knowledge of Massachusetts school health regulations, mandated reporting requirements, and confidentiality standards (FERPA/HIPAA).
- Strong oral and written communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
- A valid driver's license.
- Computer skills including word processing, database management, and electronic health record systems.
- Ability to work collaboratively with families, staff, and outside medical providers in an early childhood setting.
- Physical Requirements (Must be able to):
- Respond quickly and safely to student medical emergencies.
- Lift and assist students who may have physical or medical needs, up to 50 pounds.
- Stand, walk, kneel, and bend for extended periods throughout the school day.
- See, hear, and communicate clearly to assess student symptoms and conditions.
- Bachelor degree preferred.
- Citizenship, residency or work visa required
- Mark LaBossiere , Principal
- 16 Granite Street
- Uxbridge, Massachusetts 01569
- Phone:
- Email: mlabossiere.ma.us
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