Exciting opportunity for a Registered Nurse seeking a contract role in a supportive school environment north of Durham! This full-time RN assignment partners you 1:1 with a compassionate 5th-grade student in need of specialized care. You’ll make a meaningful impact each day while working a steady schedule from 8:15 am to 3:15 pm.
The student is non-verbal and nearly blind, requiring skilled support with a gastrostomy tube and ongoing respiratory monitoring. As an essential member of the school community, you’ll champion this student’s health and comfort throughout the school day.
Key Qualifications:
- Active RN license in North Carolina
- Experience in pediatric or school nursing preferred
- Confident with g-tube care and respiratory monitoring
- Ability to communicate effectively with students, teachers, and families
- Compassionate, patient, and adaptable, especially supporting non-verbal individuals
- Strong clinical judgment and quick problem-solving skills
Role Responsibilities:
- Provide vigilant 1:1 care for a 5th-grade student with specialized health needs
- Perform g-tube feedings and respiratory assessments
- Assist with safe mobility around the school environment
- Maintain detailed health records and communicate updates to guardians and staff
- Support classroom participation and accommodate health or sensory needs
- Respond promptly to health emergencies or changes in condition
This is an immediate opening with interviews ready to be scheduled. You’ll enjoy working contracted school hours, offering valuable work-life balance and the rewarding experience of helping a young student succeed.
Step into a role where your nursing skills truly matter—apply now to make a difference in a vibrant school setting just north of Durham!
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