Registered Nurse - Wake County, NC (#R10264)

Location: Wake County, NC
Employment Type:  Contract / School-Based
Hourly Rate:  $39 per hour

Position Overview:

The Registered Nurse (RN) shall provide skilled 1:1 nursing services for students with complex or high-acuity medical needs requiring RN-level clinical oversight. The RN is responsible for direct care delivery, care planning, and clinical coordination in alignment with physician orders, IEP requirements, and regulatory standards. The RN also supports clinical oversight responsibilities as required by student acuity and applicable Medicaid and licensure requirements.

Why Join Us?

• Competitive Compensation:  Earn $39 per hour for providing specialized 1:1 nursing care in a school setting.
• Comprehensive Benefits:  Contract position with schedules aligned to the school day and student-specific needs.
• Work Schedule:
  • Aligned with school day and student-specific needs.
  • May include transportation coverage and school-related activities.
  • Schedule varies based on assignment and student acuity.
• Professional Growth:  Gain valuable experience in a collaborative, innovative, and supportive environment while working with pediatric and high-acuity student populations.
• Impactful Work:  Contribute to a mission-driven organization dedicated to improving patient outcomes by ensuring students with complex medical needs can safely participate in their education.

Qualifications:

• Job qualifications & certifications:
• Active and unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license in North Carolina
• CPR and BLS certification
• Experience with pediatric, school-based, or high-acuity nursing preferred
• Ability to meet all credentialing and background requirements
• Skills:
• Advanced clinical judgment and assessment
• Care planning and documentation expertise
• Leadership and clinical oversight capability
• Effective communication and coordination
• Ability to manage complex student care needs

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide direct 1:1 RN-level nursing care to assigned students
• Develop, implement, and manage individualized medical plans of care
• Perform advanced nursing interventions as required by student condition
• Obtain, manage, and maintain current physician orders
• Assess student health status and respond to changes in condition
• Coordinate care with families, school personnel, and medical providers
• Maintain detailed daily nursing documentation and compliance records
• Participate in emergency response and escalation as necessary
• Provide required clinical supervision and observation of LPNs when applicable
• Ensure compliance with Medicaid and licensure supervision requirements
• Maintain active licensure, certifications, and continuing competency
• Participate in agency-required training and supervisory activities