Travel Registered Nurse (RN) – School Nurse

HealthForce Healthcare; Virginia; On-site; USD 180,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Day shift

School calendar hours

Job summary

HealthForce Healthcare seeks a Travel Registered Nurse (RN) – School Nurse for a day-shift assignment in Montpelier, VT. You will deliver comprehensive nursing care to students, manage acute and chronic conditions, perform health screenings, and work with educators and families to promote a safe learning environment.

Requires VT RN licensure, BLS, and pediatric school health experience. This travel role offers a supportive team, collaboration with local health departments, and opportunities to

Qualifications

• BSN strongly preferred.
• ADN accepted with school health or pediatric experience.
• Active Vermont RN license (compact license acceptable) and BLS required.
• PALS or School Health Nurse certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Direct Care & Triage: provide high-quality nursing care for acute illnesses, injuries, and emergencies on campus.
• Medication & Care Plans: administer medications, oversee treatment schedules, manage IHPs for students with chronic conditions.
• Health Screenings & Compliance: coordinate immunization records and health screenings; manage referrals per state standards.
• Education & Promotion: educate students, families, and staff on health promotion and hygiene practices.
• Documentation: maintain accurate documentation in EHR and school health logs.
• Community Collaboration: liaise with health departments and providers to coordinate care and vaccination compliance.

Skills

Pediatrics

School health

Community health

EHR proficiency

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

BSN

ADN

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