RN School School Full-time
Newtown Public School District

School Nurse; Full-time; 7:15 am -3:15 pm

Newtown Public School District Newtown, CT 06470, US
Position Type: Student Support Services/School Nurse
  • Date Posted: 9/22/2026
  • Location: High School
  • Date Available: 10/12/2026
  • Closing Date: Until filled

    • For more information on this position, please read the full description document.

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