Dedham Public Schools seeks candidates who share our commitment to the advancement of students from underrepresented groups or who have been historically marginalized.

  

Please complete our brief online application and upload: • Cover Letter • Resume • Email address for three references.

You may also upload letters of recommendation.

 

Dedham Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  Dedham Public Schools ensures equal employment opportunities regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, creed, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, ancestry, military status or disability.  Every available opportunity will be taken in order to assure that each applicant for a position is selected on the basis of qualifications, merit and ability.

 

The Dedham Public Schools, home to America’s first tax supported, free public school, is looking for a school nurse to provide skilled nursing care and management of students' special healthcare needs.  

 

Please complete our brief online application and upload: • Cover Letter • Resume • Email address for three references

You may also upload letters of recommendation, if you wish. 

 

Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing preferred Associates Degree will be considered
• CPR/First Aid Certified
• Current Active Massachusetts Nursing License

Preferred Qualifications:

• MA DESE School Nurse Licensure
• Pediatric experience 
• Experience in community health, school setting, or camp nursing 

Job Description:

The School Nurse for the Dedham Public Schools is a skilled professional who provides assessment and evaluation of the student’s health and implements the delivery of health care to the student as determined by her professional expertise and experience.

 

The School Nurse works closely with the Program Coordinators and building personnell. Each building has multiple programs running for students.

 

This position is only a summer position from June 24th through August 8th.

 

• The School Nurse is responsible for all emergency and nonemergency situations covering all students (English Language Learners and Special Education).
• The School Nurse provides health counseling and referral for students and staff.
• The School Nurse is responsible for maintaining and updating student health records.
• The School Nurse administers emergency care for school-related injuries and illnesses utilizing the standard procedures developed by the Health Services staff in accordance with recognized standards of nursing practice.
• The School Nurse is responsible for acting as a liaison between school and home when there is a health condition causing a pattern of absences.
• The School Nurse is responsible for obtaining parental permission and then informing appropriate members of the school staff of a student’s health related issues.
• The School Nurse provides health guidance and education to students, families and staff.
• The School Nurse promotes a healthy and safe environment.
• The School Nurse responds in a professional manner in accordance with state mandates to students as risk, including victims of child abuse and neglect, substance abuse, and adolescent sexuality and pregnancy.

 

Compensation: Competitive rate