School Registered Nurse (RN) in Lowell, MA

Retired Nurses; Lowell (MA); On-site; USD 44,000 - 71,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

Housing

Meals/incidentals

Job summary

Retired Nurses in Lowell, MA is seeking a dedicated school nurse for a contract opportunity near Malden. You will support students' daily well-being, promote health education, and help create a safe, supportive atmosphere for children and staff.

The ideal candidate holds an active, unrestricted MA RN or LPN license, with school or pediatric experience preferred. You will handle medications, coordinate care plans, and work with families to ensure privacy and compliance.

Qualifications

• Active, unrestricted MA RN or LPN license.
• Experience in school or pediatric setting preferred.
• Familiarity with IEPs, meds & emergency procedures.
• Good communication with students, parents & faculty.
• Strong critical thinking, organization & decision-making.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing care to students, including medication administration and treating injuries/illnesses.
• Monitor chronic health conditions and develop care plans as needed.
• Maintain health records in compliance with privacy laws and school policies.
• Participate in student health screenings and immunization verification.
• Educate students and staff about health and hygiene practices.
• Serve as a health resource and advocate for students and families.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to support student well-being.

Skills

Active RN license

CPR/BLS certification

Communication skills

Critical thinking

Education

Massachusetts nursing license (RN or LPN)

Tools

EMR/EHR systems

Job description

Make a meaningful difference supporting students and fostering a healthy learning environment as a dedicated school nurse for this contract opportunity near Malden, MA. In this role, you will play a crucial part in students’ daily well-being, promote health education, and help create a safe, supportive atmosphere for both children and staff.

Key Qualifications:

• Active, unrestricted RN or LPN/LVN license in Massachusetts
• Previous experience in a school or pediatric setting is highly preferred
• Familiarity with IEPs, medication administration, and emergency procedures
• Ability to communicate effectively with students of all ages, parents, and faculty
• Strong critical thinking, organization, and decision-making skills
• CPR/BLS certification (current)
• Flexibility to adapt in a fast-paced school environment

Responsibilities:

• Provide direct nursing care to students, including medication distribution, addressing injuries and illnesses
• Monitor and manage chronic health conditions; develop and implement care plans as needed
• Maintain accurate health records and documentation in compliance with privacy laws and school policies
• Participate in student health screenings and immunization verification
• Educate students and staff about health and hygiene practices
• Serve as a health resource and advocate for students and families
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to support student well-being

This contract position offers a chance to experience variety in your nursing practice while making a positive impact in a school community. Enjoy a daytime weekday schedule, the rewarding challenge of working in an educational setting, and a supportive work environment that values compassionate, skilled nurses.

Compensation for this position ranges from $31.63 to $51.63.

• 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.