Registered Nurse-The Chimes School

The Chimes School is seeking a School Nurse (RN/LPN) to provide comprehensive healthcare support to students in a Baltimore-based educational setting. In this role, you will care for students and staff experiencing illness or injury, administer prescribed medications, conduct health assessments, and manage specialized medical needs including G/J tube management, feeding pumps, and urinary catheterization. You will work independently to respond to healthcare situations, communicate with parents and guardians about student health concerns, maintain accurate health records, and collaborate with school leadership on student health and safety. You may also provide supervision to Certified Medication Technicians (CMTs) and Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs).

Clinical Setting

You will work in a school environment supporting students with diverse healthcare needs, including those requiring specialized medical care and behavioral healthcare support.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care to students and staff experiencing illness or injury
• Administer prescribed medications and treatments according to physician orders, including oral, topical, ophthalmic, and G-tube medications
• Conduct health assessments, monitor vital signs, and evaluate student healthcare needs
• Perform daily student temperature checks upon arrival
• Provide specialized nursing care including G/J tube management, feeding pumps, and urinary catheterization
• Communicate with parents and guardians regarding student illnesses, injuries, and health concerns
• Maintain accurate and timely health records and incident documentation
• Collaborate with school leadership to address student health and safety concerns
• Provide supervision and guidance to CMTs and CNAs as needed

Required Qualifications

• Current, active Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license in Maryland
• Current CPR certification
• Experience administering oral, topical, ophthalmic, and G-tube medications
• Knowledge of G/J tubes, feeding pumps, gravity bags, and urinary catheterization
• Strong clinical assessment skills, including comprehensive head-to-toe assessments
• Ability to work independently, exercise sound clinical judgment, and respond confidently to healthcare situations
• Ability to meet background check requirements
• Strong communication, organizational, and documentation skills

Preferred Qualifications

• At least one year of direct nursing experience
• Previous experience providing direct care in a behavioral healthcare setting
• Experience working with children or individuals with specialized healthcare needs

Schedule

• 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Monday through Friday

Compensation

• Salary: $80,000 to $90,000 annually