School Nurse

The J.S. Bryant School, opening September 2025, is a private, not-for-profit, 12-month therapeutic high school dedicated to empowering LGBTQIA+ teens to be their most authentic selves. Experiential learning and robust wellness support are foundational to our program.  This is a non-traditional interdisciplinary educational environment in which teachers are expected to teach diverse subject area content and develop and deliver lessons that are project-based, inquiry-based, place-based, career-connected, and celebrate the LGBTQIA+ experience. Creativity, flexibility, sensitivity, and on the spot problem-solving are required.  Many of our students are navigating mental health or social-emotional challenges that have previously disrupted their learning. Our school’s facilities are located in the Massachusetts Berkshire Foothills. We seek a Nurse who has 3+ years nursing experience with those navigating significant social-emotional and mental health challenges.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree 

• Active Registered Nurse license in Massachusetts
• Current CPR certification
• At least 3 years experience in a clinical or school nursing setting
• Previous experience with LGBTQIA+ teens
• Facility with trauma-informed practices
• Ability to create a positive and inclusive wellness environment
• Experience in supporting teens with diverse social-emotional and behavioral needs
• Detail-oriented with strong assessment and organizational skills
• Ability to work independently, demonstrate initiative, and work collaboratively as a member of a team
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills 

Responsibilities

Clinical Duties (75%)

• Address the critical, emergent, and chronic health needs and conditions of students

• Administer first aid as well as medications (as prescribed by an outside provider) according to state guidelines
• Participate in wraparound support including parents/guardians, teachers and school therapist to ensure comprehensive support for student health
• Refer students to outside physicians, nurse practitioners or school therapist as appropriate

• Provide accurate, detailed, and timely documentation, consistent with the plan of care and nursing process

• Maintain comprehensive and confidential health records, and ensure they are in compliance with state regulations

• Respond to student emergencies and complete crisis reporting protocol as required

• Maintain confidentiality in all clinical matters (i.e., adhering to HIPAA standards and regulations)

Administrative Duties (25%)

• Develop programs to promote wellness in the school community 

• Share information as needed with the Lead Teacher and Therapist 

• Manage the physical health documentation required to consult with parents/guardians and, as needed, outside prescribers, DESE and local school districts 

• Teach health science content of the Personal Identity core course 

• Conduct staff professional development training on wellness challenges and support
• Attend staff and school-wide meetings as specified by school leadership
• Participate in all-school safety procedures and taskforce leadership as needed
• Support the unexpected start-up activities of the new school

Additional Information:

• Half-time to transition to Full-time as enrollment grows
  (9am-5pm school day, Monday to Friday - school calendar)

• Start Date: August 1, 2025

• Onsite only position in the Massachusetts Berkshire Foothills

• Compensation: $70,000 - 90,000 full-time salary (pro-rated to part-time effort)
• Benefits: Medical, retirement plan

How to Apply: 

Interested candidates are encouraged to submit a cover letter and their resume (with a request for references to follow) to: Allison Druin, Head of School at [email protected]. 

For best consideration please submit by May 12, 2025. 

The Review Process: 

• Screening call: A 10-15 minute conversation with Allison Druin, Head of School, to discuss qualifications and interest
• If applicable, a zoom interview will follow: An in-depth interview with the hiring team to explore your experience and suitability for the role
• If you are a finalist for the position, then three references will be requested so that follow-up phone calls can be made
• Applicants will be reviewed and interviewed on an ongoing basis until the position is filled