School Registered Nurse | Cambridge, Massachusetts

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Job Description

A Massachusetts Registered Nurse (RN) with school nursing experience is needed to provide specialized care for a medically fragile student. This contract position involves transporting the student between Medford, MA, and a campus school in Chestnut Hill, MA, with a schedule of four days per week (Tuesday through Friday) from 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. The assignment begins with Extended School Year services from mid-July through early August, continuing into the regular school year through late June.

Key Responsibilities:

• Safely transport a wheelchair-dependent, non-verbal student from Medford to the campus school
• Perform clinical assessments and monitor airway patency during transit
• Observe and respond promptly to seizure activity and signs of discomfort
• Maintain and operate medical equipment, including oxygen saturation, heart rate monitors, suction machines, and emergency medications
• Document nursing assessments and interventions accurately
• Communicate effectively with the students classroom nurse, parents, and school health services supervisors

Preferred Qualifications:

• Licensed Registered Nurse in Massachusetts with valid credentials
• Prior experience in school nursing or working with medically fragile children
• Ability to manage emergency situations calmly and proficiently
• Strong attention to detail in clinical documentation and communication
• Familiarity with medical equipment used in pediatric care and transportation

Location Details:

• Work involves travel between Medford and Chestnut Hill, with proximity to Malden, Somerville, and Arlington, MA

This role offers the opportunity to provide essential healthcare support in a school setting, ensuring the safety and well-being of a student with complex medical needs. Immediate availability is preferred, as the school director is eager to fill this position.

Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply promptly to support this critical student service.

Compensation for this position ranges from $27.00 to $55.00. Eligible candidates may also receive healthcare benefits, housing, and meals/incidentals. Full details of our healthcare benefits plan can be found here. This posting is open for 60 days after the posting date.