Local Contract Nurse RN - Private Duty - $47-49 per hour

American Medical Staffing is seeking a local contract nurse RN Private Duty for a local contract nursing job in Rockville, Maryland.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Private Duty
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 08/25/2026
• Duration: 42 weeks
• 35 hours per week
• Shift: 7 hours
• Employment Type: Local Contract

We’re living in the new normal. Lives and careers look different today. So why shouldn’t you have a role that delivers excitement, fewer restrictions, and brings you closer to loved ones? At American Medical Staffing (AMS), we believe in supporting the pioneers who embody the sense of adventure each new placement brings and we’re looking for a Registered Nurse (RN) for a school-based contract assignment.

Job Title: RN: Private Duty (School-Based)
Location: Rockville, MD
Setting: School-Based (Pre-K through 12, depending on assignment)
Pay Range: $46.52 - $48.85 hourly (based on experience)
Schedule: Hours per week: 30-40 (Full Time or Part Time Available, Rotating shifts to meet operational needs)
Contract Length: 12 weeks (or as specified)
Candidate Type: Local candidates only – travel stipend not available

Requirements:

• Valid Maryland RN license
• Willing to obtain Maryland licensure (if not already held)
• At least 2 years of RN experience (pediatric experience preferred but not required)
• Experience with pediatric medication administration, tube feedings, tracheostomy care, oxygen therapy, diabetes management, seizure monitoring
• Pearl skills: Pediatric medication administration (including G-tube and PO), tube feeding management, tracheostomy care, oxygen therapy management, school nursing (elementary and secondary), care of medically fragile pediatric patients, diabetes management, seizure monitoring, acute respiratory care
• Valid RN license in Maryland
• Be willing to obtain state licensure if necessary

Traveler friendly – travel reimbursement available.
(If the VMS mentions "Local only" or "No per diem," state: "Local candidates only – travel stipend not available.")

Setting: In a school environment, providing clinical care to elementary students with complex health needs, including administering medications, managing tracheostomies and ventilators, and supporting students' participation.

Why Choose American Medical Staffing?

• Flexible Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision plans that work for you.
• Wellness PTO: Build 1 or 6 weeks of paid time off into your contract.
• Hotel Discounts: Save up to 60% through Hotel Engine.
• Loyalty Program: Earn financial incentives automatically based on hours worked.
• Referral Program: $500 for you and $500 for each referral after 450 hours—no limits.
• Working Advantage: Exclusive discounts on retail, entertainment, and travel.
• Scrub Discount: 20% off scrubs through our AMS store.
• Retirement Plans: 401(k) options available after 90 days.
• Compliance & Credentialing Support: We handle the logistics.
• Mentoring & Support: Guidance from professionals who understand the school setting.

Responsibilities

As a healthcare professional in a school setting, you will:

• Provide individualized nursing care to students following physician orders and care plans.
• Administer medications, perform tube feedings, tracheostomy care, and oxygen therapy.
• Collaborate with school staff and families to support the student’s educational participation and inclusion.
• Monitor student health status and respond to emergencies.
• Document all care and communicate effectively with interdisciplinary teams.

Apply now to take the next step in your journey. American Medical Staffing is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, or any other non-merit factor.

American Medical Staffing Job ID #22015. Posted job title: Private Duty RN - Registered Nurse

About American Medical Staffing

American Medical Staffing is a staffing agency headquartered in Baltimore, MD. Our goal is to CREATE an extraordinary experience for our health care professionals. Our roots are nurse owned and operated so we know what clinicians want - lots of options, a smooth and informed placement process, competitive and accurate pay, great customer service and responsiveness to requests, and advocacy when there is an issue. When AMS was founded in 2001, we started our company with a mission to be a better agency than our competitors. We have always put a heavy emphasis into what is best for our employees, not necessarily just our clients or our company. You are not an expense as you may be to a hospital; you are an asset. We take employee advocacy seriously; you are not just a number to us. The end result is that you don`t work for us; we work for you. Since starting in Baltimore, MD, we continue to grow throughout the country. Check out our industry leading reviews on Google and Indeed to see how much our clinicians enjoy working with us!

· Benefits:

AMS offers an array of benefits for any employee working 30 hours or more! Those eligible employees who choose to participate will pay the premiums with deductions from their pre-tax earnings.

We offer a complete benefits package including  Health Insurance, 401K with up to 2% match, Life, Vision, and Dental.

From health and wellness support, financial or legal needs, or help with life's everyday challenges, our Employee Assistance Program provides you with resources, services and discounts to help you manage your unique concerns and save time, energy and money.

We also offer additional Employee Perks that you can enjoy as an AMS employee:

• Scrubin – Uniform Discounts
• Working Advantage – unlimited access to thousands of exclusive discounts and special offers nationwide for theme parks, shows, tours, attractions, sports, concerts, hotels, rental cars, retail gift cards, movie tickets and much more
• Hotel Engine - Save up to 60% when booking hotel rooms, with access to more than 700,000 deeply discounted hotels worldwide.
• Discounted Pet Insurance
• Wellness Program, including fitness, nutrition and financial wellness
• Betterhelp - 1 month of free therapy, followed by a discounted rate for our Healthcare Professionals and their family members.
• Win Win Referral Bonus - $500 for you, and $500 for them!

Benefits

• 401k retirement plan
• Life insurance
• Medical benefits
• Dental benefits
• Vision benefits