School Registered Nurse (RN)

Amergis Healthcare Staffing; New Bedford (MA); On-site; USD 59,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay & weekly paychecks

Health, dental, vision, and life ins.

401(k) savings plan

Awards and recognition programs

Job summary

Amergis, in New Bedford, MA, seeks a School Registered Nurse to oversee nursing care in a school setting. This contract role requires MA RN licensure with possible School Nurse Certification, and prefers 1 year of school/public health/pediatric experience.

The RN will respond to emergencies and coordinate with families and healthcare providers. The position offers a 35-hour week, competitive pay at $50 per hour, and benefits.

Qualifications

• Current RN license in the state of employment (MA).
• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• School Nurse Certification as required by state or contract.
• One year of school nursing, public health or pediatric experience preferred.
• Complies with professional standards of practice.
• CPR certification if applicable.
• TB screening or chest X-ray if applicable.
• Health certificate per contract or state regulation.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the nursing process and delivery of student care in a school setting.
• Support the physical, mental and emotional well-being of students.
• Promote health and safety, respond to medical emergencies, manage chronic conditions.
• Serve as liaison between families, school staff and healthcare providers.

Skills

CPR certification

Interpersonal skills

Education

RN License (MA)

Bachelor's Degree

School Nurse Certification

Job description

School Registered Nurse (RN)

Setting: Schools

Job Type: Contract - Full Time

Pay: $50 / Hour

Hours: 35.00

Location: New Bedford, MA

The School Registered Nurse oversees the application of thenursing process and the delivery of student care in a school setting. TheSchool RN supports the physical, mental and emotional well-being of studentswithin the school setting. The School RN plays an essential role in promotingthe health and safety, responding to medical emergencies, managing chronicconditions and serving as a liaison between families, school staff andhealthcare providers. The School RN provides services in accordance with Amergis’philosophy, standards, policies and physician orders.

Minimum Requirements

• Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state ofemployment
• Bachelor's Degree, preferred
• School Nurse Certification as required by state or contract
• One year of school nursing, public health or pediatricexperience, preferred
• Complies with all relevant professional standards ofpractice
• Current CPR if applicable
• TB questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray if applicable
• Current Health certificate (per contract or stateregulation)
• Must meet all federal, state and local requirements
• Must be at least 18 years of age

Benefits

• Competitive pay & weekly paychecks
• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) savings plan
• Awards and recognition programs

*Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.

About Amergis

Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions.

Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Job Category: Education

Job Function: Education | RN | RN - School

Job Type: Contract - Full Time

Setting: Schools

Position Type: Healthcare

Office Number: 0363

Contract Duration: 36

Pay Rate: $50 / Hour

Date Posted: 2026-08-25T21:11:41