Interim Director of Nursing - Milton Academy

Position: Interim Director of Nursing (January to June 2025)

Department: Nursing

Location: Faulkner Health Center, Milton Academy Campus, Milton, MA

Hours: Full-time (30+ hours/week), generally M-F, with the flexibility to work nights and weekends

FLSA: Exempt

Classification: Staff (Academic Year)

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Milton Academy is an independent college preparatory K–12 school, boarding and day in grades 9–12, located just outside of Boston.

Milton Academy cultivates in our students a passion for learning and a respect for others. Milton students grow by developing their own identities, learning from and listening to the lived experiences of others, and living and working among peers whose differences they accept with respect and care.

In our ongoing work to create an environment that confronts bias, injustice, and bigotry, we encourage each other to be open to learning, explore our histories and identities, and seek to understand the world around us with a critical lens. At Milton, we prepare students to partner with their future communities to create a more just world, and to have the courage to speak up and live by our motto, “Dare to be true.”

Summary of Position:

Milton Academy is seeking applicants for the position of Interim Director of Nursing for the remainder of the 2024-25 academic year from January to June 2025. This key leadership role oversees and ensures high-quality medical care for students in grades K–12 and manages the school’s 24/7 Health Center.

The Interim Director of Nursing manages a team of 12 nurses (full-time, part-time, and per diem) and provides both routine medical care and emergency services. For boarding students, the Director facilitates care from external providers at Boston Children’s Hospital.

Working closely with school leadership, the Director of Counseling, and external medical consultants, the Director of Nursing shapes and implements student health policies, including those related to medication administration, communicable disease prevention, and general health practices. The role also involves organizing and coordinating annual faculty and staff training in CPR, First Aid, and AED use.

The Director of Nursing collaborates with athletic trainers to provide care and support for student-athletes and manages all administrative aspects of student health, such as handling medical records and ensuring appropriate communication of relevant health information.

The ideal candidate will have experience working in an educational environment, expertise in supporting diverse student populations, and a strong ability to work with students across a wide range of ages and identities. This role offers a meaningful opportunity to contribute to the health and well-being of the Milton Academy community through comprehensive, round-the-clock health care leadership.

**Please note that this is an interim position for the remainder of the 2024–25 academic year; the position may be eligible for renewal depending on school needs.**

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

Clinical Oversight

1. Deliver and oversee clinical care to students as needed, including assessment, treatment, and follow-up care.

2. Provide guidance during medical emergencies.

3. Ensure the health center and satellite locations operate efficiently around the clock to meet the needs of day and boarding students.

4. Coordinate a comprehensive health program consistent with Massachusetts regulations and guidelines governing clinical practice and school health.

Team Leadership

1. Supervise and support a team of 12 nurses (full-time, part-time, and per diem) and Health Center Administrative Coordinator, including scheduling, professional development, and performance evaluations.

2. Work closely with the Director of Counseling, Head Athletic Trainer, and other stakeholders to provide integrated student health care.

External Partnerships

1. Coordinate care for boarding students with external medical professionals, such as those from Boston Children’s Hospital, including specialized treatments.

2. Communicate effectively with parents, guardians, and primary care providers to establish and maintain the most effective health care plans for students

Administrative Responsibilities

1. Manage the collection, organization, and secure storage of student medical information, including in the electronic medical record, ensuring adherence to privacy laws and school policies.

2. Ensure timely and appropriate communication of student health needs, including medication administration, allergies, and general wellness, to the care team, key stakeholders, and families.

3. Plan and implement preventive services, such as flu clinics and wellness initiatives.

4. Assist with health-related contingency planning and communication, including communicable disease, pandemic response, crisis management, and disaster preparedness.

5. Sit on the school’s Emergency Management and Safety Committees, Concussion Care Team, and Student Emotional Wellbeing Committee.

Policy Development and Implementation

1. Develop, review, and implement policies regarding medication administration, communicable disease prevention, and overall student health care.

2. Maintain compliance with Massachusetts and federal regulations governing school health practices.

Training and Education

1. Promote health education initiatives and wellness programming for K-12 students.

Supervision to be received: Upper School Dean of Students

Supervision to be exercised: Nursing Staff, Health Center Administrative Coordinator

Education/Certification/Licensure

Required:

• Bachelor’s Degree

• Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in Massachusetts (or an advanced licensure as listed below)

Preferred:

• Master’s Degree in health-related field

• Current licensure as one of the following in Massachusetts:

  • Nurse Practitioner (NP)

  • Physician Assistant (PA)

  • Medical Doctor (MD)

  • Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO)

Experience

Required:

• A minimum of 5 years of experience in a clinical environment

• Experience managing nursing staff

Preferred:

• Experience working in an independent boarding / day school

Competencies

Required:

• Proficiency in pediatric and/or adolescent health care, including assessment, treatment, and emergency response.

• Proficiency in medical procedures such as medication administration and first aid.

• Knowledge and ability to coach others in the use of a medical records system and ensuring thorough documentation.

• Ability to work effectively with diverse populations, including students, families, faculty, and external medical providers.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Competency in using health-related software, such as MAGNUS.

• Demonstrated computer expertise, including proficiency in Google Workspace, Microsoft Office and Adobe Creative Cloud.

• Understanding of confidentiality and related issues.

• Receptive to supervision and professional development.

• Desire to be a part of a dynamic educational community.

Physical Abilities

Required:

• Must be able to work at a computer for up to 8 hours each day in conjunction with OSHA requirements.

• Must be able to move around the Milton Academy campus without restriction, including up and down stairs, and respond quickly to emergencies in various locations.

• Ability to work extended or irregular hours as needed, including nights and weekends, to ensure 24/7 health center coverage.

• Fine motor skills to perform clinical tasks such as administering injections or using medical instruments.

• Must be able to perform work from various physical positions, including kneeling, bending, twisting, and standing for extended periods.

• Ability to medically assess patients accurately through visual observation and auditory evaluation (e.g., listening to heartbeats, lung sounds, or verbal communication from patients).

• Ability to speak clearly and effectively to provide instructions, explanations, and reassurance to students, families, and staff.

• Ability to concentrate and make decisions under pressure, particularly in emergency medical situations.

• Ability to lift and carry up to 25 pounds.

All interested internal candidates must complete an application for promotion or transfer and inform your supervisor as soon as possible.

The essential functions and basic skills have been included in this job description; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate. This position description is subject to change at any time.

An equal opportunity employer, Milton embraces diversity and the pursuit of excellence. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race (including natural and protective hairstyle), color, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy-related condition), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religion, religious creed, physical or mental disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, ancestry, citizenship, national or ethnic origin or any other status protected by applicable law.