Registered Nurse School Setting in Lawrence, MA

Job Description

Job Description

Step into a meaningful role providing essential care for students as a contract School Nurse (LPN or RN) for the current and upcoming school year. This unique opportunity involves morning bus rides, ensuring safety and health support for several remarkable students with complex medical needs.

Your commitment will be approximately 7.5 hours per week, with early morning shifts starting at the Virginia Barton Education Center. You’ll play a vital part in each student’s journey to school, overseeing care for individuals with conditions such as chronic encephalopathy, Type 2 diabetes, Angelman syndrome, asthma, cerebral palsy, chromosomal abnormalities, and seizure disorders. Your expertise will help provide peace of mind for families and support student participation in education.

Qualifications:

• Active Massachusetts LPN or RN license required
• At least 1 year of nursing experience, preferably in school or pediatric settings
• Proven ability to administer g-tube feedings, PRN medications (Valtoco, EpiPen, O2), suctioning, and monitoring chronic health conditions
• Comfort working independently and responding to health emergencies
• Compassionate, patient-centered approach to care

Responsibilities:

• Ride the morning bus route, monitoring students’ health and responding to medical needs during transit
• Document care and incidents as needed during transportation
• Communicate with school staff and parents regarding student health status
• Ensure all medical equipment and supplies are ready for each trip

This position offers the chance to develop deeper relationships with students while contributing to their wellbeing and educational access. Enjoy a contract role with a consistent, predictable schedule throughout the school year.

If you have a heart for pediatric care and the qualifications listed above, we invite you to apply today to help these students arrive safely and confidently each school day. Transform lives—yours included—by making this impactful role your next career step!

Compensation for this position ranges from $35.00 to $53.00. 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.

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