District Float Nurse (0.5 FTE) - 2026-2027 School Year

Posted: May 5, 2026 Closed: May 19, 2026 Employment Opportunity: Shrewsbury Public Schools POSITION: Float School Nurse (0.5 FTE) 2026-2027 School Year Shrewsbury Public Schools is currently accepting applications for a Float School Nurse (0.5 FTE) for the District. The school nurse position is a member of the Shrewsbury Educator Association, is paid on the negotiated teacher scale, and is eligible for all benefits afforded to SEA members. Preferred candidates should hold a valid license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the state of Massachusetts (M.G.L.c.71, s.53), a School Nurse license through the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, current CPR certification, AED training from a recognized provider (such as the American Red Cross or American Heart Association), a strong knowledge and demonstrated skill in working with children, and a desire to be part of a collaborative school community. Salary for this position will be based on the SEA contract. Steps and lanes for 2026-2027 can be found here. Individual placement is contingent upon review and approval of education and experience. Candidates with diverse racial, ethnic, cultural, religious, class, and/or gender backgrounds and experiences are encouraged to apply. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: •Manages and coordinates health services for students within the school setting, while interacting with their educational goals, personal health, and public health needs •Organizes and implements state-mandated programs such as immunization surveillance and screening programs. Completes and submits state mandated reports and surveys as required by the Massachusetts Department of Public Health •Promotes positive safety practices within and outside of the school buildings, and ensures that the school has an effective medical emergency plan •Assesses children for a wide range of physical and behavioral illnesses and develops programs to prevent the spread of disease and promote wellness •Provides medically prescribed interventions, including medication administration and treatments. Provides first aid/emergency care to students and staff •Collaborates with parents, community health care providers and agencies •Maintains comprehensive and confidential health records for students which are in compliance with federal, state and local regulations. Must remain proficient in current technology for health record database used throughout the system •Ensures timely documentation of all encounters with students •Uses data collection to plan and evaluate the school health program •Serves as a member of pertinent committees and teams supporting the school (Building Leadership Team, Crisis Team, Health Advisory) •Serves as liaison among the school, the home, community health care agencies, and other healthcare professionals •Using the nursing process, collaborates with family and student to develop and implement an individualized health care plan when appropriate Application Process: Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, resume, Undergraduate and/or graduate unofficial transcripts (official will be required later), and 3 current professional letters of reference, including one from a direct supervisor or evaluator, and copy of applicable licenses and certifications. Please apply via www.schoolspring.com The Shrewsbury Public Schools is an affirmative action employer, ensuring that its programs and facilities are accessible to the public. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, race, gender, religion, disability, gender identity, sex, pregnancy or pregnancy-related medical conditions, national origin, homelessness, marital status, sexual orientation, or any other status or class protected by state or federal law.