Dedham Public Schools

1.0 FTE Nurse

Dedham Public Schools

Dedham, Massachusetts, USPosted Aug 4, 2026
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Job Details Job ID: 5790968 Application Deadline: Posted until filled Posted: Jun 18, 2026 Starting Date: To Be Determined

Locations Dedham Middle School - Dedham, Massachusetts

Job Description DEDHAM PUBLIC SCHOOLS

POSITION: School Nurse, Full Time

JOB GOAL: To manage a health services program for the Dedham Public Schools which fosters the development of a sound mind in a healthy body of every student, providing them an optimal opportunity for academic success and life-long achievement. .

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Valid license to practice as a Registered Nurse in Massachusetts

  • A bachelor’s or master’s degree of nursing

  • Experience as a Registered Nurse in a child health, community health, or other relevant clinical nursing setting. Prior experience as a pediatric nurse and/or school nurse preferred

  • Current, or ability to obtain licensure as a School Nurse (all levels), by the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education

  • Current CPR certification

  • Bi- or multi-lingual (specifically Spanish), preferred

REPORTS TO: Director of Health Services and Building Principal

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Provide first aid, emergency, primary care and nursing procedures for injuries, illnesses and mental health needs for the school population.

  • Assess and evaluate students' health status

  • Administer and/or supervise the administration of medication to students according to district protocols and state regulations, including delegation as appropriate.

  • Organize and implement annual mandated screenings (vision, hearing, height/weight, postural and SBIRT), according to grade level, as required by MA DPH; carry out appropriate referrals and follow-up.

  • Participate in student support and special education meetings, providing medical input or consultation as needed.

  • Collaborate with interdisciplinary school and district staff, including (but not limited to) RNs, LPNs (where assigned), counselors, school psychologists, administration, teachers, interpreters, administrative assistants, food service and custodians.

  • Maintain accurate, timely, and thorough documentation through an electronic health record.

  • Counsel and/or educate students concerning medical issues.

  • Monitor and follow up on compliance with state immunization and physical exam requirements, and complete required annual reports.

  • Maintain appropriate confidentiality with respect to student and staff medical and personal information in accordance to FERPA regulations; share information with appropriate school personnel as needed to maintain student safety.

  • Develop and implement individual health care plans and emergency action plans for medically complex students (including field trips).

  • Identify health causes for absenteeism and contribute to school plans to decrease absenteeism wherever possible.

  • Serve as liaison between the home, medical community, and the school regarding student health concerns.

  • Monitor the school environment and recommend changes to promote health and safety.

  • Observe all health regulations, policies, protocols and procedures of the district, DPH and DESE.

  • Attend professional development and departmental meetings

  • Review and evaluate own job performance and develop appropriate goals and objectives.

  • Conduct formal and informal staff training on school-wide and student-specific health issues, as appropriate.

  • Work with community agencies, physicians and other health care providers as necessary.

  • Communicate and collaborate with families regarding the health status and needs of their children.

  • Participate in the identification of, and assist in, the removal of health-related barriers to learning in individual students

  • Serve as a member of pertinent committees and teams supporting the school community.

  • Other duties as assigned by the Director of Health Services.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT & SALARY :

  • This position is covered by the Unit A Collective Bargaining Agreement between the DEA Dedham Education Association and the Dedham School Committee. Position Type: Full Time/School Year

Job Requirements Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information Elizabeth Simone 100 Whiting Avenue Dedham, Massachusetts 02026 Phone: 781-310-1031 Email: esimone@dedham.k12.ma.us