A healthcare professional with a background in school nursing is needed to provide dedicated care at a secondary school campus located in Warren, Rhode Island. This role supports student health and wellness throughout the remainder of the school year, ending in mid-June.
Key Responsibilities:
- Operate the school health room independently, managing day-to-day health issues and emergencies.
- Assess and care for students who report feeling unwell during school hours.
- Administer medications and treatments as prescribed, ensuring proper documentation and adherence to protocols.
- Collaborate with school staff to promote a safe and healthy learning environment.
- Maintain accurate health records and communicate with parents or guardians as necessary.
Qualifications and Experience:
- Valid and current Registered Nurse (RN) license or Certified School Nurse (CSN) credential.
- Experience working in school or pediatric healthcare settings is preferred.
- Strong assessment, clinical, and medication administration skills.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills for interacting with students, staff, and families.
- Ability to work independently and maintain confidentiality.
Location and Travel:
- Position is based in Warren, Rhode Island.
- This opportunity includes travel from Providence, RI, offering a dynamic work setting in a secondary school environment.
Benefits:
- Meaningful work supporting student health and safety.
- Opportunity to apply specialized nursing skills in an educational setting.
- Experience in managing a health room independently, providing autonomy and professional growth.
If you have a passion for student health and nursing experience in school settings, this position offers a rewarding way to contribute to student well-being through the remainder of the school year. Apply now to bring your expertise to this vital role.
Compensation for this position ranges from $32.31 to $52.31. 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.
Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled
- Competitive Salary
- Weekly Paycheck
- Matching 401(k) Plan
- Extensive Medical Coverage
- Licensing Assistance
- Custom Housing
- Travel Assistance
- Professional Development Reimbursement