About this role
School Nurse – Policy and Procedure Alignment Project (Grant-Funded, Temporary) Position Summary: The School Nurse will work collaboratively with the Burlington Public Schools (BPS) Nurse Leader to review, update, and/or develop school health procedures that align with current Burlington Public Schools (BPS) policies and the Massachusetts Department of Public Health (MDPH) laws and regulations. This short-term, grant-funded position will support consistency, compliance, and best practices across the district's school health services. Employment Details:
• Funding Source: Grant-funded
• Duration: Up to 50 hours total
• Schedule: Flexible; hours to be completed within the grant timeline as determined by the BPS Nurse Leader
• Reports To: BPS Nurse Leader
Key Responsibilities:
• Review existing Burlington Public Schools health procedures and related documentation.
• Identify areas requiring revision or development to ensure compliance with MDPH laws and regulations.
• Collaborate with the BPS Nurse Leader and other stakeholders to draft and refine updated procedures.
• Ensure that all documents reflect current best practices in school nursing, public health, and student safety.
• Assist in organizing materials and resources to support implementation and staff education.
• Maintain detailed records of work completed and provide updates to the BPS Nurse Leader.
Required:
• Licensed Registered Nurse (RN) in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts
• Certified or eligible for certification as a School Nurse by the MA Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE)
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in school nursing or public health nursing
Preferred:
• Experience with policy and procedure development
• Familiarity with Burlington Public Schools policies and MDPH school health regulations
• Strong organizational, writing, and communication skills
Compensation: In accordance with the BEA Unit A contract at the hourly rate of $40 - Grant Funded Burlington Public Schools is committed to maintaining a work and school environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy or pregnancy status, age, genetic information, ethnic background, ancestry, disability, homelessness, immigration status or any category protected by state or federal law. Additionally, we prohibit retaliation against individuals who oppose such discrimination and harassment or who participate in an equal opportunity investigation. ~ We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer ~