Travel Nurse RN - Behavioral Health in Pittsburgh, PA

Registered Nurse (RN) | Behavioral Health
Location: Pittsburgh, PA
Agency: Lancesoft Inc
Pay: Competitive weekly pay (inquire for details)
Shift Information: Days - 5 days x 7 hours
Contract Duration: 36 Weeks
Start Date: ASAP

About the Position

Job details:
Position: PPS Classroom-Based Nursing Pilot Program – Pioneer $$ SN$$
Location: Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Shift: Days – Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM – 2:30 PM
Duration: 36 weeks

Job Duties
• Provide direct nursing care and support within an assigned classroom throughout the school day.
• Support up to eight students with varying medical and healthcare needs.
• Administer medications as prescribed according to district policy.
• Perform routine nursing procedures, including G-tube feedings, catheter care, and blood glucose monitoring.
• Monitor students for seizure activity and provide appropriate intervention according to established care plans.
• Provide tracheostomy care, diabetes management, and other specialized nursing interventions as required.
• Respond appropriately to medical emergencies and changes in student condition.
• Work closely with special education staff to support students' medical and educational needs.
• Assist with implementing Individualized Healthcare Plans (IHPs), IEPs, and 504 health supports.
• Promote student independence and participation in classroom and educational activities.
• Provide nursing support during field trips, community-based instruction, and other school-related activities as assigned.
• Accompany students when transportation or community-based support requires nursing coverage.
• Maintain accurate documentation using district-approved platforms and forms, including medications, treatments, and student interactions.
• Collaborate with school teams and families within established communication protocols.
• Be prepared for reassignment to individual students or classrooms based on student needs and staffing requirements.

Requirements

• Active Pennsylvania RN license with primary-source verification required.
• Demonstrated competency in G-tube feedings, seizure management, diabetes care, tracheostomy care, medication administration, and emergency response.
• Experience with pediatric, school-aged, medically complex, or developmentally disabled individuals; school-based experience preferred.
• Experience supporting individuals with complex medical needs and developmental disabilities.
• Experience supporting individuals with communication or mobility needs preferred.
• Ability to implement physician orders, Individualized Healthcare Plans (IHPs), and emergency care plans.
• Ability to work independently and respond appropriately to medical needs in real time.
• BLS certification/verification required.
• First Aid course required.
• CPI or MAB de-escalation training required per facility requirements.
• Ability to support students during field trips, community-based instruction, and other school-related activities when assigned.
• Reliable attendance and punctuality aligned with the PPS school calendar and student instructional days.
• Professional conduct, confidentiality, and effective communication required.
• Ability to follow school-based communication protocols and complete accurate daily documentation.
• Ability to meet required license verification, background checks, medical screenings, and facility-specific compliance requirements.
• No services required during remote learning days; schedules and assignments may vary based on student and operational needs.