Per Diem Nurse - School Setting

Assabet Valley Collaborative; West Village (MA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 107,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule

Per diem work availability

Job summary

Assabet Valley Collaborative (AVC) is seeking Per Diem Registered Nurses to provide nursing coverage across three special education programs in Metrowest/Central Massachusetts. You’ll administer medications, support health plans, and assist with complex medical needs while joining a collaborative team of school nurses.

Per diem assignments offer flexible 7‑hour school days and opportunities to work on field trips and program needs, with compensation ranging from $38 to $78 per hour based on

Qualifications

• Current Massachusetts RN license; LPN license may suffice with support from our RN team.
• Successful completion of an accredited nursing program.
• Experience with pediatrics, special education, schools, psychology, or individuals with complex needs is helpful.
• Ability to work collaboratively and adapt to changing student and program needs.
• Strong communication and follow-through.
• Bilingual or multilingual skills are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Administer medications, treatments, and other nursing interventions.
• Implement student health care plans and medical protocols.
• Provide seizure management and emergency response.
• Support tube feeding and other complex health needs.
• Monitor and respond to illnesses, injuries, and changes in student health.
• Communicate with families, medical providers, teachers, and other staff.
• Train and support staff in implementing student health plans and safety procedures.
• Maintain appropriate nursing documentation and records.
• Collaborate with AVC's nursing team and multidisciplinary staff.

Skills

Strong communication

Team collaboration

Flexibility

Feedback willingness

Education

Massachusetts RN license

Accredited nursing program

Job description

Registered Nurse (RN) – Per Diem

Meaningful work. Flexible schedule. Make a difference in the life of a student.

$38–$78 per hour, based on degree and years of experience.
Per Diem | 7-hour school days.

• Are you an RN looking for meaningful work in a school community—without committing to a full-time position?
• Do you enjoy working with young people and families? Are you interested in supporting students with complex medical, physical, developmental, and mental health needs?

Assabet Valley Collaborative (AVC) is looking for Per Diem Registered Nurses to join our collaborative team and provide nursing coverage and additional support across our three special education school programs.

Why Work at AVC?

At AVC, we believe health is essential to learning. Our nurses work closely with educators, families, and medical providers to help students participate fully in school and achieve their goals.

As a Per Diem RN, you'll have the opportunity to:

• Work alongside an experienced team of 7 school nurses.
• Build meaningful relationships with students and families.
• Support students with complex health and learning needs.
• Provide nursing coverage when team members are absent.
• Support field trips, special activities, and additional program needs.
• Work across different programs and with a variety of student needs.
• Experience school nursing without committing to a full-time school-year position.

About the Students:

AVC operates three special education programs: REACH, Evolution, and Orchard Street Academy.

Depending on the assignment, you may work with:

• A small classroom of 3–7 students with significant medical complexity.
• A program serving approximately 25–60 students with a range of physical and mental health needs.
• Students across programs as a float nurse.

Our students' health needs may include tube feeding and care, seizure management and rescue medications, medication administration, skin integrity, mobility and positioning, personal care, and other specialized medical needs.

What You'll Do:

Depending on the assignment, you may:

• Administer medications, treatments, and other nursing interventions.
• Implement student health care plans and medical protocols.
• Provide seizure management and emergency response.
• Support tube feeding and other complex health needs.
• Monitor and respond to illnesses, injuries, and changes in student health.
• Communicate with families, medical providers, teachers, and other staff.
• Train and support staff in implementing student health plans and safety procedures.
• Maintain appropriate nursing documentation and records.
• Collaborate with AVC's nursing team and multidisciplinary staff.

What We're Looking For:

• Current Massachusetts RN license; LPN license may suffice with support from our RN team.
• Successful completion of an accredited nursing program.
• Experience with pediatrics, special education, schools, psychology, or individuals with complex needs is helpful.
• Ability to work collaboratively and adapt to changing student and program needs.
• Strong communication and follow-through.
• Willingness to seek, receive, and provide clear and respectful feedback.
• Bilingual or multilingual skills are a plus.

Schedule & Compensation:

Per Diem | 7-hour school days:

Per diem assignments are based on the needs of AVC's programs and may include coverage for planned or unexpected nurse absences, field trips, special activities, or additional student support.

Schedule and frequency will vary based on program needs and your availability.

$38–$78 per hour, based on degree and years of experience.

About AVC:

Assabet Valley Collaborative is an educational service agency serving students and school districts throughout Metrowest/Central Massachusetts.

We use a shared leadership model that encourages team members to learn, lead, design, and make decisions together. We value self-reflection, collaboration, curiosity, and a willingness to learn from one another.

If you're an RN who wants meaningful work, values flexibility, and enjoys being part of a collaborative team, we'd love to hear from you.

Bring your nursing expertise to a school community where what you do helps students access their education and thrive.