What are the responsibilities and job description for the School Nurse position at Methuen Public Schools?
TITLE : School Nurse QUALIFICATIONS : Holds a license as a Registered Nurse in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts (M.G.L. c. 71, s. 53) Holds or is eligible for licensure in School Nursing by the Massachusetts Department of Education. Holds a minimum of a bachelor's degree in nursing from an accredited college or university (after 1993 DOE regulation change). Has a minimum of two years of supervised nursing experience in community health or child health prior to entry in school nursing practice. Maintains certification in cardio-pulmonary resuscitation, AED and First Aid. Outstanding preparation and / or experience may be substituted for number 4. DUTIES : To provide professional health srvices and coordinate the resources of the school, home and community as they pertain to the toal health of students and staff. OUR MISSION : Methuen Public Schools enrolls approximately 7000 in a total of five schools. Methuen Public Schools has four PK-8 schools : the Comprehensive Grammar School, the Marsh Grammar School, the Tenney Grammar School, the Timony Grammar School, and one comprehensive high school : Methuen High School. We are a diverse sub-urban / urban community and designated a Gateway City. Our schools celebrate diversity and acceptance of students and families from differing backgrounds. We are committed to setting high expectations of all students and faculty in Methuen Public Schools. Methuen Public Schools students will achieve academic, social-emotional, and civic success. They will attain technological, cultural, and social knowledge to allow them to succeed in college and careers. Students will inspire the community through citizenship, leadership, and their commitment to lifelong learning. REPORTS TO : Department Chairman and Building Principal. The performance of this job will be evaluated as per the CBA Massachusetts Nurses Association Contract. TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT : Please note that the District reserves the right to transfer all personnel among buildings on an as needed basis to serve the best interests of all students as long as this does not conflict with the Methuen Education Association (Unit A) Contract. HELPFUL LINKS : Methuen Education Association Contract Methuen Public Schools is committed to establishing a diverse, inclusive, and culturally responsive environment focused on teaching and learning. A team reflecting diversity of race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, age, gender, marital / domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, and veteran status allows us to serve our students better. We welcome all qualified applicants. The Methuen School District is an equal opportunity employer and service provider. The Methuen Public Schools prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, disability, gender identity, religion, national origin or sexual orientation and ensures that all students and employees have equal rights of access and equal enjoyment of the opportunities, advantages, privileges and courses of study.
