School Nurse (Full Time) – Longfellow Elementary, 25-26 SY Position Available In Cumberland, Maine

School Nurse (Full Time)•Longfellow Elementary, 25-26 SY
Portland Public Schools
Longfellow Elementary School•Portland, Maine Job Details

Job ID:

5091163

Application Deadline:

May 01, 2025 11:59 PM (UTC)

Re-Posted:

Apr 19, 2025
Job Description

POSITION OVERVIEW

School Nurse, PK-5 (Full Time)•Longfellow Elementary
School Nurse needed for a busy school serving a diverse community of students in grades Pre-K through 5th. Candidate must be comfortable both working independently and as part of a team. Position may include district responsibilities as needed.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

Treating students with injuries and illnesses
Developing health plans for chronic physical and mental health needs
Creating and maintaining health and immunization records
Collaborating with a multidisciplinary school team and a district nurse team to promote health and well-being for students’ optimal learning

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Experience working with children ages 4-12
Understanding of healthy childhood/ growth and development Knowledge or understanding of core public health or community health principles, including role of social determinants of health Experience working with families and children from diverse ethnic, linguistic, socioeconomic and cultural communities, including those facing food and housing insecurity
Experience working with children with autism and/or other special educational and developmental needs

EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE

Must hold a school nurse certification or be eligible for certification from Maine Department of Education
Bachelors degree in nursing or other field
At least three years of experience as a professional nurse
Experience in school nursing or public health nursing is preferred Experience working with families and children from diverse ethnic, linguistic, socioeconomic, and cultural communities, including those facing food and housing insecurity
Experience working with children with autism and/or other special educational and developmental needs

CREDENTIAL REQUIREMENTS

Must possess a current license to practice as a professional, registered nurse in Maine
Maine State School Nurse Endorsement 524 (more info)•or eligibility for certification from Maine DOE
Maine State fingerprint (CHRC) authorization (more info)

EMPLOYMENT DETAILS

School-year position
Full Time, 0.5 FTE
Permanent
Not eligible for overtime•Portland Public Schools is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation, or disability, as defined and required by state and federal laws.

Position Type:

Full-time