Nurse Jobs in Scarborough, ME

A School Nurse plays a vital role in the school administration industry by promoting health education among students and managing health conditions within the school environment. This includes conducting health screenings, offering health counseling, administering medications to students, and managing emergency situations. They also play an integral role in creating and implementing school health policies, including those related to nutrition and physical activity, substance abuse, and infectious diseases. Additionally, school nurses are responsible for handling health records of students and ensuring that any health information is accurately documented and kept confidential.

Important skills for a School Nurse include strong communication and interpersonal skills, the ability to work independently, decision-making skills, patience, and empathy. They should also have a comprehensive knowledge of child health and development, school health services, public health systems, and community health resources. To become a school nurse, one typically needs to be a Registered Nurse (RN) and may also need to obtain a certification in school nursing. Some roles a person may have before becoming a School Nurse might include working as a Staff Nurse in a pediatric setting, a Public Health Nurse, or a Pediatric Nurse in a hospital.

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Substitute School Nurse

  • RSU 51/MSAD 51 - Cumberland, North Yarmouth
  • Cumberland Center, ME (15 miles from Scarborough, ME)
  • 2 days ago
  • Cumberland Center, ME (15 miles from Scarborough, ME)
  • 2 days ago

SUBSTITUTE SCHOOL NURSE $190 per full day Qualifications: You will be required to obtain a Criminal History Record Check (CHRC) from the Maine Department of Education prior to completing your application...

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Registered Nurse (School Nurse)

  • Soliant Health
  • Scarborough, ME
  • 5 days ago
  • Scarborough, ME
  • 5 days ago

Category Schools - RN Nurse Job Type Contract Registered Nurse A contacted Registered Nurse is needed for the upcoming school year in the beautiful Portland, Maine area....

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Registered Nurse School Setting in South Portland, ME

  • Soliant Health
  • South Portland, ME (3 miles from Scarborough, ME)
  • 12 days ago
  • South Portland, ME (3 miles from Scarborough, ME)
  • 12 days ago

A dedicated Registered Nurse is needed to provide compassionate care and expertise in a vibrant school environment near South Portland, ME....

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School Nurse

  • Harpswell Community School
  • Harpswell, ME (23 miles from Scarborough, ME)
  • 16 days ago
  • Harpswell, ME (23 miles from Scarborough, ME)
  • 16 days ago

Monitor immunization status and refer for appropriate vaccinations according to Maine State law. Perform required State health screenings and reporting....

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School Nurse - Massabesic Middle School (JobID 1487)

  • RSU 57/MSAD 57
  • East Waterboro, ME (19 miles from Scarborough, ME)
  • 19 days ago
  • East Waterboro, ME (19 miles from Scarborough, ME)
  • 19 days ago

RSU 57 86 West Road Waterboro, ME 04087 Registered School Nurse - Massabesic Middle School Qualifications: Must hold a current license in the State of Maine as a Registered Professional Nurse Bachelor...

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School Nurse - Massabesic Middle School

  • Regional School Unit 57
  • Waterboro, ME (21 miles from Scarborough, ME)
  • 19 days ago
  • Waterboro, ME (21 miles from Scarborough, ME)
  • 19 days ago

a Registered Professional Nurse Bachelor of Science degree (four year) from an accredited institution Valid provision or professional state certificate to serve as a school nurse Completed fingerprinting...

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School Nurse - Substitute

  • Regional School Unit 57
  • Waterboro, ME (21 miles from Scarborough, ME)
  • 21 days ago
  • Waterboro, ME (21 miles from Scarborough, ME)
  • 21 days ago

Nurse Bachelor of Science degree (four year) from an accredited institution Valid provision or professional state certificate to serve as a school nurse Completed fingerprinting in accordance with...

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School Nurse - Substitute (JobID 1484)

  • RSU 57/MSAD 57
  • Waterboro, ME (21 miles from Scarborough, ME)
  • 21 days ago
  • Waterboro, ME (21 miles from Scarborough, ME)
  • 21 days ago

RSU 57 86 West Road Waterboro, ME 04087 Registered School Nurse - Substitute Qualifications: Must hold a current license in the State of Maine as a Registered Professional Nurse Bachelor of Science...

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School Nurse - Elementary School - 2026-2027 School Year (Job ID 1391)

  • RSU 57/MSAD 57
  • Waterboro, ME (21 miles from Scarborough, ME)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Waterboro, ME (21 miles from Scarborough, ME)
  • 45+ days ago

Elementary School Nurse RSU 57 Vacancy will be posted until a suitable candidate is found....

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Substitute School Nurse $175 per day

  • Biddeford Schools
  • Biddeford, ME (10 miles from Scarborough, ME)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Biddeford, ME (10 miles from Scarborough, ME)
  • 45+ days ago

assigned schools. + Provide the administration of medication according to Biddeford School Department policy JLCD. + Promotes and assists in the control of communicable diseases through preventative immunization...

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Demographic Data for Scarborough, ME

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Salary for Nurse Jobs in Scarborough, ME

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Highest Education Level

Nurses in Scarborough, ME offer the following education background
Master's Degree
38.7%
Bachelor's Degree
29.1%
Associate's Degree
11.9%
Doctorate Degree
10.1%
Vocational Degree or Certification
6.2%
High School or GED
3.0%
Some College
0.7%
Some High School
0.2%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Nurses in Scarborough, ME
1-2 years
34.5%
None
19.4%
Less than 1 year
18.4%
4-6 years
13.4%
6-8 years
12.9%
2-4 years
1.4%