Nurse Jobs in Acton, MA

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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School Nurse Substitutes

  • Lynn, MA (24 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Lynn, MA (24 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 5 hours ago

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

School Nurse (Anticipated Vacancy)(SY25-26)

  • Boston, MA (21 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 16 hours ago
  • Boston, MA (21 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 16 hours ago

Massachusetts license as a Registered Nurse. MA State Dept. of Education School Nurse License (All Levels). CPR & First Aid Certification....

Turnaround: School Nurse (Long Term Sub) (SY24-25)

  • Roxbury, MA (22 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Roxbury, MA (22 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 1 day ago

Massachusetts license as a Registered Nurse. MA State Dept. of Education School Nurse License (All Levels). CPR & First Aid Certification....

Turnaround: School Nurse (One Year Only) (SY25-26)

  • Roxbury, MA (22 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Roxbury, MA (22 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 1 day ago

Massachusetts license as a Registered Nurse. MA State Dept. of Education School Nurse License (All Levels). CPR & First Aid Certification....

Substitute School Nurse District 2024-2025 School Year

  • Windham, NH (20 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Windham, NH (20 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 2 days ago

Nurses, and the School District Policies and Procedures....

Lead School Nurse

  • Boston, MA (21 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Boston, MA (21 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 2 days ago

Responsibility: Act as a resource to all staff in the BRCPS health office, daily and assist with the collection of Physicals and Immunizations at the start of the year and when new students are registered...

School Nurse

  • Boston, MA (21 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Boston, MA (21 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 2 days ago

Services Qualifications: Bachelors of ScienceState of Massachusetts License as Registered NurseCertified in CPR/AED Licensed or eligible for DESE school nurse certification (or ability to obtain within...

School Nurse (R.N.) (3)

  • Lawrence, MA (18 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Lawrence, MA (18 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 2 days ago

Current license as a Registered Professional Nurse in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.3. 1 - 3 years experience in pediatrics, community health or related field.4....

Registered Nurse School Setting in Boston, MA

  • Boston, MA (21 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Boston, MA (21 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 3 days ago

School-Based Registered Nurse (RN) - Medford, Massachusetts Medford, MA 1 day ago CATEGORY Schools - RN Nurse JOB TYPE Contract An opportunity exists for a skilled professional to support a high school...

Turnaround: School Nurse (One Year Only) (SY25-26)

  • Boston, MA (21 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Boston, MA (21 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 3 days ago

Massachusetts license as a Registered Nurse. MA State Dept. of Education School Nurse License (All Levels). CPR & First Aid Certification....

Turnaround: School Nurse (Long Term Sub) (SY24-25)

  • Boston, MA (21 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Boston, MA (21 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 3 days ago

Massachusetts license as a Registered Nurse. MA State Dept. of Education School Nurse License (All Levels). CPR & First Aid Certification....

School Nurse [Temporary]

  • Roxbury, MA (22 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Roxbury, MA (22 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 6 days ago

MISSION Bridge Boston Charter School is an inclusive and joyful community that combines a dynamic academic and social-emotional learning program with an innovative full-service model in order to...

School Nurse (RN/LPN) - Lowell, MA area

  • Lowell, MA (11 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Lowell, MA (11 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 7 days ago

School Nurse (RN/LPN) - Lowell, MA area I am currently scheduling interviews for School Nurse Job located by Lowell, MA. The available position would be contracted for the Summer....

Framingham, Massachusetts area - RN School Nurse Job - Part-Time

  • Framingham, MA (13 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Framingham, MA (13 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 7 days ago

Details about this School Nurse RN job: Part-Time Summer Program 4 days a week 7:45 am – 1:45 pm Caseload details and duties for this full-time job: Assisting students K-12 General school nurse duties...

Summer- School Nurse (RN) Job by Andover, MA

  • Andover, MA (16 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Andover, MA (16 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 7 days ago

Summer- School Nurse (RN) Job by Andover, MA I am currently scheduling interviews for a School Nurse (RN) Summer job opportunity. The position would be at a school district near Andover, MA....

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Salary for Nurse Jobs in Acton, MA

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Highest Education Level

Nurses in Acton, MA offer the following education background
Master's Degree
39.3%
Bachelor's Degree
28.7%
Associate's Degree
11.6%
Doctorate Degree
10.2%
Vocational Degree or Certification
6.2%
High School or GED
3.1%
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 Acton, MA
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%