Regional Nurse Consultant

FRAMINGHAM PUBLIC SCHOOLS

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Regional Nurse Consultant
Department of Health and Wellness

2025-2026 School Year

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• Current license as an RN in Massachusetts.
• Professional school nurse licensure from Massachusetts Department of Education required.
• Current BLS Certification.

• Graduate of an RN Nursing Program approved by the Massachusetts Board of Nursing.
• Bachelors degree required. Masters degree preferred.
• At least 3 years experience as a school nurse in Massachusetts.
• Experience in pediatric public health or other relevant nursing experience is preferred.

• Assume responsibility for updating knowledge and skill in community healthmanagement and related fields as new information emerges.
• Complete ongoing continuing education programs pertinent to the evolving specialty area of school health and school nursing practice as well as meet the continuing education requirements for nursing licensure in Massachusetts and Department of Education certification.
• Strong oral and written communication skills; ability to present information clearly and respond effectively to questions from students staff parents and community members.
• Ability to read analyze and interpret professional literature technical procedures and governmental regulations.
• Sound reasoning and problem-solving skills to evaluate information define problems collect data establish facts draw valid conclusions and recommend appropriate courses of action.
• Capacity to use professional literature evidence-based research and ongoing professional learning to inform instructional and practice decisions.
• Ability to establish and maintain positive effective working relationships with students families colleagues and the community.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills to work independently prioritize tasks and manage multiple projects.
• Commitment to performing all duties in compliance with district requirements state and federal laws and Framingham Public Schools policies.
• Demonstrated cultural proficiency and competence in working with students and families from diverse backgrounds.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information and student records.
• Professionalism and composure in responding to unpredictable or challenging situations.
• Proficiency in using technology and willingness to learn new tools; ability to operate a computer and utilize software including Google Workspace for Education.
• Willingness to plan coordinate and participate in ongoing professional learning coaching and staff development.
• Experience in evaluating student skills interpreting assessment data and writing clear concise reports.
• Strong collaborative instructional coaching and leadership skills to support student programming.
• Ability to use data effectively to inform instructional decisions and improve student outcomes.
• Knowledge of specialized content areas relevant laws and educational procedures.
• Ability to plan and implement lessons that align with district and school goals.
• Proficiency in integrating instructional technology to enhance teaching and learning.
• A proactive reflective and solution-focused approach to supporting student growth and success.

The CSHS Regional School Nurse Consultant (RC) is responsible for:

• Facilitating school health program design and the implementation of these programs while demonstrating high quality standards of school nursing practice within their assigned region.
• The RC will be accountable for providing health education utilizing innovative approaches for all individuals schools and communities seeking assistance as it applies to school health.
• The RC is also responsible for providing updates in all areas of school health including those relating to clinical skills research and leadership.
• The RC works closely with MDPH as well as public and private local and regional school districts health officials and other DPH programs regional office staff etc. to design programs policies and reimbursement strategies for school health services throughout the assigned region.

COMPREHENSIVE SCHOOL HEALTH SERVICES-REGIONAL CONSULTANT PROGRAM SCOPE OF SERVICES

1. Required Services and Programming

The Regional Consultants responsibilities are as follows:

• Identify and provide support to all Model CSHS programs Affiliated programs and all other public schools including charter schools and collaborative programs as well as non-public schools in the EOHHS region assigned to the program. Provide consultation and technical assistance to these programs (including their own host district) as needed. This should include telephone consultation meetings and site visits. Consultation content areas may include but not be limited to: clinical services leadership development policy and program development budgeting etc.

• Workforce Investment funding project will involve partnering with BU SHIELD and the MASSTART program to develop and provide supplementary regional hands-on training for state-mandated screenings as well as complex care skills. This may include partnerships with local higher education and health care partners for simulation experiences. These partnerships may also lead to the creation of education-to-workforce pipelines and opportunities for nursing students to experience school nursing during their clinical rotations.

• Schedule a minimum of three meetings annually (a minimum of five hours in duration) within the region for all Model CSHS programs Affiliated schools/districts and all other public and non-public school nurse managersto provide networking and consultation in areas such as clinical services leadership development policy development the role of the nurse manager emergency preparedness planning data collection budget funding opportunities nursing practice issues etc. Please note: The DPH School Health Unit staff should be invited to these meetings.

• Make site visits to all CSHS programs at least annually; for programs with new leadership this should be done quarterly. Provide management financial and program consultation on CSHS grant funds including review of annual budget expenditures.

• Explore common issues and resources in the region such as school nursing workforce development leadership skills etc. with community partnerships.

• Represent school healthon the regional emergency planning committees and other committees/coalitions across the region as appropriate.

• Collaborate with both local and regional primary care providers (PCPs) and other providers to identify issues related to providing and linking healthcare systems with school health services.

• Establish communication systems to meet the needs of the specific region. This may include listservs discussion boards etc. Regional Consultants are expected to maintain these communication systems and moderate them regularly. Communication systems should support both learning across programs in the same region as well as provide a mechanism for all schools to communicate with DPH and for DPH to provide time-sensitive information to all schools. The DPH School Health Unit staff should be included in all group discussions.

• Attend all required CSHS meetings including Regional Consultant and CSHS Evaluation meetings as organized by the Department.

• Attend and participate in delivering content in all DPH mandated training programsannually including Foundations of School Nursing Practice Medication Administration Health Screening Programs Leadership trainings etc.

• As appropriatework with the Boston University School Health Institute for Education and Leadership Development (SHIELD) to provide attendees of professional development programs with professional development points (PDPs) or continuing nursing education units (CNEs); programs must not duplicate the role of SHIELD.

• Collaborate with state agencies serving childrenin the region e.g. Department of Mental Health Department of Children and Families etc.

• Advise DPH on issues relating to child healthand developing the school health service system across the Commonwealth. This consultation will include the School Health Unit and involve serving on local regional and statewide committees.

• Agree tojoin with the other Regional Consultant school districts to develop an articleon regional Consultant schools for publication in years 2-3 of the contract.

Please note: the DPH School Health Unit will continue to assume responsibility for consulting on regulatory/legal issues pertaining to school health. The DPH School Health Unit will also maintain responsibility for the evaluation of the Regional Consultant program.

2. Continuous Quality Improvement and Evaluation:

• Serve on the DPH CSHS Evaluation Committee and provide all districts in the region with assistance to complete CQI projects. Regional Consultants will serve as both facilitators and consultants to all quality improvement projects that are conducted both locally and regionally.

• Regional Consultationprogram evaluation will include the outcomes of both regional consultation and technical assistance provided to all schools within the definedregion as well as participation at all DPH mandated programs.

• Must be able to move about and traverse throughout the school building.
• Must often remain in a stationary position for considerable periods of time.
• It is occasionally required to reach sit stoop kneel crouch or crawl.
• Is expected to lift at least 20 lbs (i.e. books school supplies etc.).
• Must frequently use hands to finger handle or feel and use hand strength to grasp tools.
• Must be able to assist students who have physical difficulties.
• Operate a computer and other office productivity machinery.
• Must communicate effectively with students parents and staff in person via email and on the telephone.
• Must be able to see and hear continuously to ensure student safety and provide instruction.
• Must be able to assist students who have physical difficulties.
• May be required to move quickly across even or uneven surfaces.
• Must interact with students parents and staff and meet multiple demands.
• While most of the workday is spent inside must spend time outdoors for recess and special activities.
• May be exposed to bodily fluids disease or pathogens.
• May receive injuries from aggressive students.
• May require physical interaction with students who have difficulty controlling behavior.

• Coordinator of Health Services

• This position is classified as Exempt (Professional).

• Covered under Framingham School Committee Contract.The District reserves the right to transfer personnel as needed.

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