General School Nurse (RN/LPN)

Amergis Educational Staffing is partnered with a school in New Bedford, MA who is currently seeking a General School Nurse to work with students on a contractual basis.

 

Details of the Position Include:

Location: New Bedford, MA

Pay Rate: $50/hour

Start Date: ASAP

Duration: 13-week contract with high extension potential

Schedule: M-F 7:45 AM – 3:30 PM

 

Requirements:  RN or LPN License with 1 year pediatric experience

Description We are looking for a General School Nurse (RN or LPN) to manage the health needs of students in grades K-8 at a special education school. The role involves handling up to 90 student visits daily, addressing conditions such as diabetes and asthma. The nurse will collaborate with another nurse on some days but must be capable of working independently when the other nurse is not present.

Please feel free to contact me with any questions you may have regarding this position. Thank you!

Gianna Zagame
Educational & Healthcare Recruiter
Amergis Educational Staffing
giazagame@amergis | (781) 657-0203

The School Nurse assumes responsibility and accountability for the application of the nursing process and the delivery of student/client care and/or contracted services in a school setting. The School Nurse may also be in a supervisory position within the contracted services. The School Nurse provides services in accordance with Amergis Healthcare’s philosophy, standards, policies and physician orders.

 Minimum Requirements:

• Graduate of an accredited registered, practical or vocational nursing program
• Licensed as a Licensed Practical, Licensed Vocational or Registered Nurse in state(s) where practicing
• One year of professional experience, preferred
• Current CPR
• 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 

At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:

• Competitive pay & weekly paychecks
• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) savings plan
• Awards and recognition programs 

Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions.  

Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.