Pediatric School Registered Nurse (RN) in Somerville, MA

Sunbelt Staffing; Somerville (MA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 76,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

Housing

Meals/incidental allowances

Job summary

Sunbelt Staffing in Somerville, MA is seeking a part-time school transportation nurse (RN or LPN) to ensure student safety during pickup and drop-off. You will accompany students to and from school, monitor health, administer medications per care plans, and document incidents.

Morning and afternoon shifts align with bus or van routes, offering schedule flexibility for caregivers and students. Applicants must hold an active RN or LPN license and CPR/BLS certification; school-nursing or pediatric

Qualifications

• Active RN or LPN license required.
• Experience in school nursing or pediatric care preferred.
• CPR/BLS certification required.
• Ability to administer medications per care plans.

Responsibilities

• Accompany students with healthcare needs on school transportation routes, ensuring safety from pickup to drop-off.
• Monitor and assess student health throughout the journey.
• Administer medication or perform medical interventions as prescribed by care plans.
• Maintain accurate documentation regarding each trip and any incidents or interventions.
• Communicate effectively with families, school nurses, and drivers.
• Adhere to school and state regulations for student health and transportation.

Skills

RN/LPN license

School nursing experience

CPR/BLS certification

Medication administration

Strong communication

Education

Active nursing license

Job description

Make a meaningful difference in childrens lives by providing dedicated nursing support during school transportation hours. This part-time opportunity is ideal for a compassionate RN or LPN seeking to work closely with students in a school-based setting. Youll primarily be responsible for ensuring student safety and well-being while accompanying them to and from school each day. Morning and afternoon shifts align with school transportation times, offering a consistent yet flexible schedule for work-life balance.

Qualifications and Desired Experience:

• Active, unencumbered RN or LPN license
• Experience in school nursing or pediatric care preferred
• Comfortable delivering care in a moving vehicle (school bus or van)
• Strong communication skills for collaborating with school staff, parents, and transportation personnel
• Ability to respond calmly and effectively to medical situations during transport
• CPR/BLS certification required

Key Responsibilities:

• Accompany students with healthcare needs on school transportation routes, ensuring safety from pickup to drop-off
• Monitor and assess student health throughout the journey
• Administer medication or perform medical interventions as prescribed by individual care plans
• Maintain accurate documentation regarding each trip and any incidents or interventions
• Communicate effectively with families, school nurses, and drivers
• Adhere strictly to school and state regulations for student health and transportation

This contract position offers the unique satisfaction of making a direct impact in students daily routines, while providing flexibility for your other commitments. Enjoy the rewarding experience of supporting young learners in a role that combines responsibility, compassion, and routine.

Compensation for this position ranges from $27.00 to $55.00. 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.