School Nurse, Sheppard Pratt School - Gaithersburg, MD

Sheppard Pratt; Gaithersburg (MD); On-site; USD 60,000 - 97,000; Full time

Job summary

Sheppard Pratt School in Gaithersburg seeks a dedicated School Nurse to promote student health and well-being. The role involves providing comprehensive nursing care, coordinating with caregivers, and maintaining health records. Join a community committed to changing lives through education and support.

Benefits

Tuition Reimbursement

Medical Benefits

Dental Benefits

Vision Benefits

403b Retirement Match

Generous Paid-Time-Off

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• 1 year of working experience in a school setting.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive nursing care to students with various medical needs.
• Coordinate with caregivers to provide medical treatment.
• Maintain comprehensive documentation for each student’s health record.

Skills

Nursing

Medication Management

Wound Care

Education

Associate or Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing

Job description

School Nurse, Sheppard Pratt School - Gaithersburg, MD

Job Category: Nursing

Requisition Number: SCHOO008592

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• Posted : April 24, 2025
• Full-Time
• Salary Range : $60,569.60 USD to $96,699.20 USD

Locations

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Gaithersburg, MD 20877, USA

Description

Sheppard Pratt School in Gaithersburg is a dynamic nonpublic special education day school committed to providing comprehensive year-round educational, therapeutic, and daily living services to students ages 12 to 21. Our tailored programs cater to students with autism spectrum disorder, intellectual disabilities, multiple disabilities, and other health impairments, ensuring each student receives the support they need to thrive. We may be small, but our dedication is anything but. From our big-hearted staff to our ambitious goals for our students, we approach everything with enthusiasm and intention.

What to expect.

You will promote the health and well-being of our students, ensuring they have access to quality medical care and support through their educational journey. You will provide comprehensive nursing care to students with various medical needs, including but not limited to medication, administration wound care, and first aid.

Specific responsibilities include:

• Coordinating with caregivers to provide medical treatment as indicated by student’s health needs and history.
• Supporting the school psychiatrist in medication management.
• Maintaining cumulative and comprehensive documentation for each student’s health record.

What you’ll get from us.

At Sheppard Pratt, you will work alongside a multi-disciplined team led by a bold vision to change lives. We offer:

• A commitment to professional development, including a comprehensive tuition reimbursement program to support ongoing education and licensure and/or certification preparation
• Comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits for benefits eligible positions
• 403b retirement match
• Generous paid-time-off for benefit eligible positions
• Complimentary Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Pay for this position is determined on a number of factors, including but not limited to, education and years and level of related experience.

What we need from you.

• An associate or bachelor’s degree in nursing.
• Possession of a valid license to practice nursing in the State of Maryland:
  • Registered Nurse (RN)
• 1 year of working experience in a school setting.

WHY SHEPPARD PRATT?
At Sheppard Pratt, we are more than just a workplace. We are a community of healthcare professionals who are dedicated to providing hope and healing to individual’s facing life’s challenges. Join us and be a part of a mission that changes lives!

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