Travel Registered Nurse (RN) – School Nurse

Healthforce; Massachusetts; On-site; USD 75,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

Healthforce is seeking a Travel Registered Nurse (RN) – School Nurse for a day-shift assignment in Montpelier, VT. This role focuses on pediatric care, chronic and acute conditions, screenings, and collaboration with educators to maintain a safe learning environment.

Expect direct on-campus nursing care, medication management, IHPs for students with special needs, immunization coordination, and strong documentation in the EHR.

Qualifications

• Pediatrics-focused nursing experience preferred.
• Experience in school health settings is highly valued.
• Proficiency with electronic health records (EHR) and standardized health documentation.

Responsibilities

• Direct care and triage for on-campus illnesses, injuries, and emergencies.
• Medication administration and care plan management for students with chronic conditions.
• Coordinate health screenings and immunization records in compliance with state standards.
• Educate students, families, and staff on health promotion and hygiene practices.
• Maintain accurate documentation of visits, treatments, and incidents in the EHR and logs.
• Collaborate with local health departments and families to coordinate care and vaccination tracking.

Skills

Pediatrics experience

School health experience

EHR proficiency

Communication skills

Education

BSN preferred

ADN accepted with pediatric experience

Tools

EHR systems

Job description

Location: Montpelier, VT

Job Type: Full-time / Contract (Travel RN)

Shift: Mondays & Fridays | 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM EST (14 hours/week)

Pay Rate: $726.88 / day

About the Role

Are you an experienced Travel RN passionate about pediatric care and community health? We are seeking a flexible, skilled Travel Registered Nurse (RN) – School Nurse for a day-shift assignment in Montpelier, VT.

In this role, you will deliver comprehensive nursing care to students, manage chronic and acute health conditions, conduct health screenings, and partner with educators and families to foster a safe, healthy learning environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Direct Care & Triage: Provide immediate, high-quality nursing care for acute illnesses, injuries, and emergencies occurring on campus.
• Medication & Care Plans: Administer prescribed medications, oversee treatment schedules, and manage individualized healthcare plans (IHPs) for students with chronic conditions or special needs.
• Health Screenings & Compliance: Coordinate immunization records, execute health screenings (vision, hearing, etc.), and manage community referrals in compliance with state standards.
• Education & Promotion: Educate students, families, and school personnel on health promotion, disease prevention, and hygiene practices.
• Documentation: Maintain accurate, timely documentation of student visits, treatments, and incident reports in the electronic health record (EHR) and school health logs.
• Community Collaboration: Liaise with local health departments, primary care providers, and families to coordinate care and track vaccination compliance.

Qualifications & Requirements

Education

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing ( BSN ) strongly preferred.
• Associate Degree in Nursing ( ADN ) accepted with prior school health or pediatric experience.

Licensure & Certifications

• Active, unrestricted RN License in the state of Vermont (or active multistate/compact license).
• BLS (Basic Life Support) certification required.
• PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) or School Health Nurse certification preferred.

Skills & Experience

• Prior nursing experience in pediatrics, school health, or community health nursing.
• Proficiency with EHR systems and standardized health record-keeping.
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills to engage effectively with students, parents, and school staff.
• Strong organizational skills and adaptability in a dynamic environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Certified School Nurse (CSN) or Pediatric Nursing Certification (CPN).
• Bilingual skills (Spanish or other languages).

Work Environment & Benefits

• Setting: School campus environment during regular daytime school hours.
• Schedule: Day shift (Monday–Friday) with standard school calendar hours.
• Impact: Collaborative, supportive setting working alongside school administrators, counselors, and teachers focused on student wellness.