Job Title: Registered Nurse – Pediatric (1:1) – Special Education / School Nurse
Location: Phoenix, AZ
Job Type: Contract
Duration: 26 weeks
Shift: Day Shift
Local Candidates Required: Yes
Traveler Candidates Required: No
Work Schedule
Monday – Thursday: 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Friday: 7:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Hours: Approximately 40–42 hours per week.
Schedule may vary based on student transportation and pickup times.
Pay Rate: $60–$65/hr (Local Only)
Note: This job doesn't offer any benefits.
Student Details
Provide 1:1 nursing care for a medically complex 6th-grade female student.
Student requires G-tube feeding, tracheostomy care, breathing treatments, and ongoing medical monitoring.
Nurse will accompany the student on the bus from home to school, provide care throughout the school day, and accompany the student on the return bus ride.
Services will be provided at the school location.
Required Qualifications
Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of Arizona.
Previous tracheostomy (trach) care experience – REQUIRED.
G-tube feeding and care experience strongly preferred.
Active FPCC.
Current CPR/BLS certification.
Hepatitis B vaccination.
COVID-19 vaccination.
Physical assessment skills and ability to provide nursing care to pediatric patients.
Ability to monitor and respond to medical emergencies.
Must be comfortable providing one-on-one care to a medically fragile student.
Responsibilities
Provide dedicated 1:1 nursing care and health monitoring throughout the school day.
Perform tracheostomy care and administer breathing treatments as needed.
Provide G-tube feeding and related care.
Monitor the student's medical condition and respond to changes in health status.
Administer medications and maintain accurate medication administration records.
Monitor and document treatments, dosages, and any adverse reactions.
Accompany the student during transportation to and from school.
Maintain accurate and up-to-date medical records.
Coordinate with parents, physicians, school staff, and other healthcare professionals.
Communicate the student's healthcare needs to instructional and support staff.
Respond to medical emergencies and provide appropriate interventions.
Follow the student's Individualized Education Program (IEP) and established healthcare protocols.
Utilize appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) and follow infection control procedures.
Preferred Qualifications
Three years of pediatric nursing, urgent care, or related nursing experience.
Previous experience caring for medically complex children.
Experience working with children with disabilities.
Strong patient assessment, planning, organization, and communication skills.
American Sign Language (ASL) experience preferred.
Experience with G-tube feeding and tracheostomy care.