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Elementary School Nurse

Mount Alvernia Academy – Chestnut Hill, MA

Mount Alvernia Academy, a Franciscan Catholic elementary school, is seeking an experienced and dedicated School Nurse for the academic year. In alignment with the mission of Mount Alvernia Academy and the Archdiocese of Boston, the School Nurse is responsible for developing and maintaining school health policies and programs that support student well-being.

The primary role of the School Nurse is to promote health education and provide preventative health services that foster the physical, cognitive, emotional, and social development of students. The nurse collaborates closely with faculty, staff, families, and healthcare providers to ensure a safe and supportive school environment.

Position Details:

• Full-time, Monday through Friday
• Hours: From student arrival (7:30 a.m.) through dismissal (3:00 p.m.)
• Reports directly to the Principal

Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
• Current Registered Nurse (RN) license
• Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education School Nurse licensure
• Certification in First Aid and CPR
• Minimum of two years’ experience in school nursing, pediatric nursing, public/community health, or related clinical setting
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills
• Ability to work collaboratively within a school community
• Proficiency with technology

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to kneel, stoop, bend, and crouch
• Periods of standing, walking, and sitting
• Ability to lift and/or move up to 25 lbs

Additional Expectations:
Regular, reliable, and punctual attendance is essential to effectively support student health and safety.

Salary: The expected annual salary for this position is $63,000-$83,000, depending on experience and qualifications. This range is a good faith estimate and may be adjusted based on individual qualifications, skills, and experience.

Limitations and Disclaimer: The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties requested by their supervisor in compliance with federal and state laws.

Travel Requirements: This is an in-person position. Remote work is not available. Consistent, reliable, and punctual attendance is essential. Candidate must have access to reliable transportation.

Equal Employment: The Academy will make every effort to make reasonable accommodations to ensure equal opportunity for qualified individuals with disabilities in the application process and in performing essential job functions, so as to afford enjoyment of the same benefits and privileges of employment as are enjoyed by employees without disabilities.

Application Process: Candidates should send an email containing a cover letter, resume, and list of references (references will not be contacted until permission is received from the applicant) to employment@maa.school. Visit our website at www.maa.school for additional information on Mount Alvernia Academy.