Now Hiring: School Program RN – Jamaica Plain, MA
Amergis Educational Staffing is seeking a compassionate and experienced Registered Nurse (RN) to provide high-quality care to children with emotional and behavioral challenges in Jamaica Plain, MA. This is a short-term assignment with immediate start.
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- Location: Jamaica Plain, MA 02130
- Start Date: ASAP
- Duration: 6 weeks
- Schedule: 25 hours/week
- Tuesdays, Fridays, and Sundays: 2:00 PM – 8:00 PM
- Compensation: Up to $57/hr
Responsibilities
- Deliver skilled nursing care and medical case management across all school programs
- Collaborate with Pediatricians, Clinical Nurse Specialists, Psychiatrists, and multidisciplinary teams
- Promote physical and emotional health within a trauma-informed care framework
- Provide emergency care and first aid
- Maintain and review health records with confidentiality
- Develop individualized healthcare plans under the guidance of the Nurse Leader
- Administer medications and treatments (e.g., g-tube feedings, glucose checks, suctioning, positioning)
- Educate students on health and safety practices
- Monitor immunization compliance and report absences
- Attend required nursing professional development
Requirements
- DESE Certified Registered Nurse
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
- Experience in pediatric and psychiatric nursing
- Must complete CORI and fingerprinting prior to start
Minimum Requirements:
- Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of employment
- Bachelor's Degree, preferred
- School Nurse Certification as required by state or contract
- One year of school nursing, public health or pediatric experience, preferred
- Complies with all relevant professional standards of practice
- Current CPR if applicable
- TB questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray if applicable
- Current Health certificate (per contract or state regulation)
- Must meet all federal, state and local requirements
- Must be at least 18 years of age
- Competitive pay & weekly paychecks
- Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
- 401(k) savings plan
- Awards and recognition programs