Position Summary
Warwick Public Schools is seeking a qualified and student-centered Registered Nurse (RN) to serve as a School Nurse and support the health, safety, and academic success of all students. The RN provides leadership for school health services, delivers nursing care, manages student health needs, and collaborates with school staff, families, and community providers in compliance with district policies, Rhode Island regulations, and professional nursing standards.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
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Provide comprehensive school nursing services to students including assessment, intervention, follow-up, and referral.
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Administer medications and treatments in accordance with physician orders, district policy, and state law; maintain accurate documentation.
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Develop, implement, and monitor:
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Individual Health Care Plans (IHCPs)
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Emergency Action Plans
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Health-related components of IEPs and 504 Plans
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Assess and manage students with:
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Chronic health conditions
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Disabilities and medical complexity
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Acute illness or injury
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Serve as the primary health resource for the school community, including consultation with administrators, teachers, and special education teams.
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Respond to medical emergencies , provide first aid and nursing care, and coordinate emergency response as needed.
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Supervise and provide clinical guidance to LPNs, CNAs, and other assigned health staff , consistent with licensure and district procedures.
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Maintain confidential student health records in compliance with FERPA , HIPAA (when applicable) , and district policies.
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Support infection prevention and control practices throughout the school.
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Communicate effectively with families, healthcare providers, and community agencies regarding student health needs.
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Participate in staff meetings, professional development, and required trainings.
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Assist with health oversight of school activities, transportation, athletics, and field trips as required.
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Perform other duties as assigned consistent with the scope of professional nursing practice and district needs.
Benefits
At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:
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Competitive pay & weekly paychecks
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Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
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401(k) savings plan
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Awards and recognition programs
*Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.
About Amergis
Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions.
Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Job Category: Education
Job Function: Education | RN | RN - School
Job Type: Contract - Part Time
Setting: Schools
Position Type: Healthcare
Office Number: 0749
Contract Duration: 37
Pay Rate: $42 / Hour
Date Posted: 2026-09-17T12:15:37
