Classroom School Nurse/1:1

Lynn Public Schools is guided by its mission, vision, and core values.

Mission - The Lynn Public Schools commits to providing our students with a safe inclusive learning environment that inspires and promotes individual academic and personal growth.

Vision - Drawing upon the strength of our community, our families, our students, and our partners, Lynn Public Schools commits to supporting the intellectual, vocational, academic and social-emotional success of all of our students. We create equitable conditions for all students to thrive in a global society. With a focus on equity, excellence, and innovation, the district serves 17,193 students across 28 schools. 

Core Values - The Lynn Public Schools community celebrates that we live in a rapidly changing, increasingly diverse and connected world. In our partnered effort to prepare students for this world, we are equally committed to:

• Inclusiveness
• Shared responsibility
• Collaborative relationships
• High expectations
• Inspiring life-long learning

JOB GOAL: Provides nursing care to medically complex students 

QUALIFICATIONS

• Valid license to practice as a Licensed Practical Nurse or Registered Nurse in Massachusetts  
• One to two years experience in a child health, community health or other relevant clinical nursing setting 
• Current CPR/AED certification by American Heart Association or Red Cross 
• Ability to provide care and safety to medically complex student/s which may include lifting and diapering/toileting 
• Ability to provide emergency care/assessment 
• Knowledge of professional and legal requirements 
• Human relations skills 
• Organizational/administrative skills 
• Knowledge of child growth and development 
• Ability to effectively use local resources 
• Basic computer skills including data entry and word-processing 

We encourage you to apply or reach out for more information if you meet some of the qualifications above.  

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide 1:1 care to student with special health care needs or provide care to multiple students in a special education classroom setting 
• Ride bus with students before and after school when needed 
• Ensure student safety at all times 
• Assess and treat illness, manage chronic disease  
• Provide emergency care/assessment 
• Implement plan of care per individualized health care plans or emergency plan for students requiring nursing services on IEPs and 504s  
• Administer medications 
• Perform treatments or nursing procedures 
• Assist with ADLs and hygiene care 
• Work collaboratively with the school nurse/nursing administration, school staff, and health care providers/consultants to ensure high quality of care 
• Communicates and collaborates with parents regularly 
• Follows district policies and procedures 
• Maintains medical records and documents daily on student/s 
• Provide support and referral resources for children and their families 
• Any other responsibilities assigned by school nurse/nursing administration 

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT 

REPORTS TO:     Director of School Nurses 

SALARY:        In accordance with the Agreement with the Lynn School Committee and the Lynn                                                                  School Nurses

BUS HOURS:                    Approximately 1 hour before and 1 hour after school hours 

An offer of employment is contingent upon successful completion of pre-employment physical, including a drug test, National fingerprint-based Criminal Background Check (NCBC) and Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI). 

All MUST be completed PRIOR to the start of employment.

Non-Discrimination Policy 

It is the policy of the Lynn Public Schools not to unlawfully discriminate on the basis of sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, sex stereotypes, sex characteristics, marital status, familial status, pregnancy or pregnancy-related conditions, race, color, national origin, creed/religion, ethnicity, ancestry, age, genetic information, active military/veteran status, mental or physical disability, special need, proficiency in the English language or academic achievement or any other consideration made unlawful by any federal, state or local laws or regulations, including Title VI and VII of Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the 1972 Amendments to the Civil Rights Act, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, The Age Discrimination in Employment Act, and M.G.L. Ch. 76:5, M.G.L., Ch.151, if and as applicable. Race, when referenced in any policy of the Lynn Public Schools, whether or not specified, shall include traits historically associated with race, including, but not limited to, hair texture, hair type, hair length and protective hairstyles.