School Nurse (Registered Nurse)
About Mystic Valley Regional Charter School
Mystic Valley Regional Charter School (MVRCS) is a public charter school located in Malden, Massachusetts, serving more than 1,550 students in Kindergarten through Grade 12 across four campuses:
- Kindergarten: 576 Eastern Avenue
- Lower School (Grades 1-8): 770 Salem Street
- High School (Grades 9-12): 238 and 306 Highland Avenue
MVRCS serves students from Everett, Malden, Medford, Melrose, Stoneham, and Wakefield. The school follows an extended-day, extended-year academic model, with classes held from 8:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. over a 200-day school year.
Job Summary
Mystic Valley Regional Charter School is seeking a compassionate, organized, and dedicated School Nurse (Registered Nurse) to promote the health, safety, and well-being of our students. The School Nurse plays a vital role in supporting student success by providing direct nursing care, managing student health records, responding to medical emergencies, and collaborating with families, faculty, and healthcare providers.
The ideal candidate is a caring healthcare professional with strong clinical judgment, exceptional communication skills, and a commitment to fostering a safe and healthy learning environment.
Responsibilities
- Provide assessment, treatment, and nursing care for students with illness or injury during the school day.
- Respond to medical emergencies and administer first aid and emergency care as needed.
- Assess students presenting with health concerns and determine appropriate interventions.
- Communicate with parents or guardians regarding student illnesses, injuries, and health concerns, including recommending dismissal from school when appropriate.
- Maintain accurate, confidential student health records in accordance with state and federal regulations.
- Review, monitor, and maintain immunization and health compliance records.
- Develop, implement, and monitor Individualized Healthcare Plans (IHPs), emergency care plans, and other student health accommodations as needed.
- Administer medications and treatments in accordance with physician orders and school policy.
- Collaborate with administrators, teachers, counselors, and families to support students with chronic health conditions and medical needs.
- Promote student wellness through health education and preventative care initiatives.
- Educate students on topics such as hygiene, handwashing, illness prevention, and healthy habits.
- Assist in developing and implementing school-wide health and wellness programs.
- Ensure compliance with all Massachusetts Department of Public Health regulations and school health policies.
- Perform other duties as assigned in support of the school's health services program.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Nursing (BSN) preferred.
- Current Massachusetts Registered Nurse (RN) license.
- Current CPR and First Aid certification.
- Previous experience in a school, pediatric, public health, or community health setting preferred.
- Knowledge of Massachusetts school health regulations and immunization requirements preferred.
- Strong organizational, documentation, and time management skills.
- Excellent interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving abilities.
- Ability to establish positive relationships with students, families, faculty, and staff.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound professional judgment.