1-3 years of clinical experience in pediatric nursing; experience with developmental disabilities preferred
Basic Life Support (BLS) and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certifications preferred
Familiarity with Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) principles preferred
Strong communication and collaboration skills
Critical thinking and sound clinical judgment
Flexibility, empathy, and patience in responding to diverse needs
Professionalism and discretion in maintaining confidentiality
Responsibilities
Collaborate on individualized care with interdisciplinary teams
Assess student health and developmental needs
Administer medications and treatments accurately
Monitor and respond to changes in students' health and behavior
Educate and support families on health and care needs
Coordinate healthcare services with external providers
Maintain accurate documentation of care and student progress
Contribute to team development through meetings and professional growth
Benefits
Generous Paid Time Off including vacation and 10 paid holidays
Comprehensive Health Benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance
Professional Development with paid training and certification opportunities
Employee Support through a confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Education Assistance including tuition reimbursement and student loan repayment
Retirement Savings with a 403(b)-retirement plan and employer match
Full Job Description
Registered Nurse (RN)May Center School | Randolph, MA
Role Overview
Tired of working in a hospital? Bring your nursing expertise to a school setting where you can support the health and well-being of students with autism and developmental disabilities. As a Registered Nurse at May Institute, you'll provide individualized nursing care and collaborate with families, interdisciplinary teams, and external healthcare providers to support each student's needs.
What You'll Do
Collaborate on individualized care: Partner with BCBAs, RBTs, and other team members to develop and implement treatment plans that address students' healthcare and developmental needs.
Assess student health: Review medical histories and assess health and developmental needs to inform care planning.
Administer medications and treatments: Provide medications, treatments, and nursing interventions accurately and safely.
Monitor and respond: Observe changes in students' health and behavior, recognize concerns, and respond promptly with appropriate nursing care.
Educate and support families: Share information and guidance to help families support their child's health and care needs beyond the school setting.
Coordinate healthcare services: Communicate with pediatricians, psychologists, specialists, and other external providers to promote continuity of care.
Maintain accurate documentation: Record assessments, medications, treatments, interventions, and student progress while protecting confidentiality.
Contribute to team development: Participate in team meetings, case conferences, and professional development, sharing nursing expertise and supporting evidence-based practices.
What You Bring
Current Registered Nurse (RN) licensure.
1-3 years of clinical experience in pediatric nursing; experience working with children with developmental disabilities preferred.
Basic Life Support (BLS) and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certifications strongly preferred.
Familiarity with Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) principles and techniques preferred.
Strong communication and collaboration skills to work effectively with families and an interdisciplinary team.
Critical thinking and sound clinical judgment, with a commitment to evidence-based practice and continuous quality improvement.
Flexibility, empathy, and patience to respond to each student's and family's needs with cultural sensitivity.
Professionalism and discretion in maintaining confidentiality and creating a supportive environment for students, families, and colleagues.
Why Join Us?
Competitive Pay: Annual salary of $90,000-$97,650.
Generous Paid Time Off: Vacation time and 10 paid holidays, including a floating holiday to celebrate your birthday.
Comprehensive Health Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
Professional Development: Paid training and certification opportunities to build your skills.
Employee Support: Confidential guidance through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Education Assistance: Tuition reimbursement and student loan repayment assistance programs.
Retirement Savings: A 403(b)-retirement plan with employer match.
