SCHOOL NURSE (RN) RESIDENTIAL PROGRAM (Mon-Fri 12pm-8pm)

League School for Autism; Walpole (MA); On-site; USD 89,000 - 94,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Total Well-being Package

Wellness Allowance

403(b) retirement plan

Tuition Assistance

Paid Time Off

Job summary

League School for Autism in Walpole, MA is seeking a School Nurse (RN) for our residential program, Monday through Friday 12:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. The role provides health monitoring, staff coordination, and medical oversight for students.

Ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's in Nursing and MA RN license, plus two years' nursing experience, CPR/First Aid. This full-time position offers a competitive salary of $89,250 to $94,350 and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in nursing required.
• Valid MA RN license; DESE School Nurse license a plus.
• LPN with MA certification considered with relevant experience.
• Two years’ nursing experience including supervision.
• CPR, First Aid, and Safety Care certifications.
• Valid driver’s license and completion of a school health orientation.

Responsibilities

• Monitor health and safety of students and coordinate staff actions.
• Manage a comprehensive school/residential health program per MA guidelines.
• Prepare medications and train staff in administration.
• Coordinate state-m mandated programs and health surveillance.
• Maintain health records and communicate with parents/guardians.
• Provide medical emergency coverage 7 days per week.
• Coordinate in-service trainings for CPR, First Aid, and medication administration.
• Oversee safety and health needs across locations and staff.

Skills

Nursing experience

Staff training

Communication with families

Medication administration training

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing

Licensed Registered Nurse (MA)

DESE School Nurse license (plus)

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) with MA cert

Tools

SNAP Nursing software

Microsoft Office

Google Suite

Job description

SCHOOL NURSE (RN) RESIDENTIAL PROGRAM (Mon-Fri 12pm-8pm)

Full Time Walpole, MA, US

11 days ago Requisition ID: 1396

$89,250.00 To $94,350.00 Annually

At League School for Autism, our mission is to open a world of opportunity for student growth by celebrating unique strengths and building an inclusive community through education and advocacy.

We are currently seeking a SCHOOL NURSE for our residential program in Walpole.The year-round, weekly schedule is Monday through Friday 12:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. Pay range is $89,250 - $94,350.

Position Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing.
• Valid license to practice as a Registered Nurse (RN) in Massachusetts; DESE School Nurse license a plus.
• Consideration given to a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) (at a negotiated rate) with a current Massachusetts certification and work experience with autistic population.
• Minimum of two years’ nursing experience, which must include general nursing, supervision and staff training.
• CPR, First Aid, and Safety Care certifications.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Completion of an orientation program on school health services through the Department of Public Health.

Duties and Responsibilities

The School Nurse is responsible for the overall monitoring of the health and safety of the students and for coordinating the management of staff and daily activities in meeting these needs. Member of the Safety Committee.

• Implements and manages a comprehensive school/residential health program consistent with Massachusetts guidelines, DESE regulation, EEC regulation, and MDPH regulation.
• Prepares medications for administration staff.
• Provides training for the supervisory/teaching staff in the administration of medication.
• Coordinates and implements the state mandated programs (annual physicals, immunizations, scoliosis, vision, hearing, etc.) and surveillance and screening programs.
• Monitors the health and safety issues within all locations of the residential and school program.
• Provides the initial orientation and ongoing in-service training of all staff in the areas of health and safety needs, medical conditions, medical diagnosis, and treatment plans.
• Maintains comprehensive and confidential paper and electronic school health records, including daily logs, accident reports, and individual reports.
• Ensures that parents/guardians are informed of health needs of students.
• Communicates with outside agencies and physicians, as necessary.
• Assists in the planning and implementation of documentation procedures (i.e. medication administration, physicians’ orders, skin checks, health and safety reports, food intake charts, weights and heights, etc.).
• Participates in in-service training, as required by agency policy.
• Coordinates in-service training for all school/residential personnel in CPR, First Aid, Medication Administration, AED training, anaphylaxis, seizure protocol, and current health issues.
• Communicates with parents and service agencies on topics related to health needs of designated students.
• Monitors menus, meal preparation, and food storage in residential homes.
• Orders medications and medical supplies for residential students.
• Participates in ongoing professional development as needed to maintain MA license as a registered nurse and licensure with MA DESE.
• Provides medical emergency coverage 7 days per week and 24 hours per day. Available for consultation over the phone for medication/medical-related issues.
• Performs other reasonably related duties, as assigned by the Nurse Manager, Director of Clinical and QA, or the Chief Executive Officer.

Computer Skills

To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of Microsoft Office suite, Google suite, and SNAP Nursing software.

We provide a Total Well-being Packagedesigned to protect your physical and mental health, secure your financial future, and support your overall well-being:

• $100 Monthly Wellness Allowance (tailored to your choice)
• Financial Well-Being & Security: 403(b) retirement plan with employer match, short/long-term disability, and life insurance
• Growth & Tuition Assistance: Up to $5,000 per school year plus ongoing professional development
• Generous Paid Time Off: Accrued Vacation, sick, and personal days to support work-life harmony

Equal Opportunity Employer

League School for Autism is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment that is free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or disability, as defined and required by federal and state laws. Additionally, we prohibit retaliation against individuals who challenge such discrimination and harassment or who participate in an equal opportunity investigation.