School Nurse (Licensed Practical Nurse) in Quincy, MA

Quincy, MA
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Embark on a rewarding, specialized school nursing assignment providing dedicated 1:1 support to a student with Type 1 Diabetes who is deaf. This contract role delivers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact throughout the 2026/27 school year and beyond. Based near Quincy, MA, you’ll maintain a consistent weekday schedule—beginning each morning at the student’s Lynn home, escorting them by bus to the Beverly School for the Deaf, providing expert care during school hours, and accompanying them back home each afternoon.

Key Qualifications:

  • Active Massachusetts LPN or RN license
  • At least 1 year of professional nursing experience
  • Demonstrated, hands-on expertise managing Type 1 Diabetes—including insulin pump operation, bolus administration, device troubleshooting, and response to pump alerts and malfunctions
  • Competence monitoring and interpreting data from continuous glucose monitoring systems
  • Ability to promptly recognize and manage hypoglycemia, hyperglycemia, and related emergencies
  • Experience with pediatric diabetes management strongly preferred
  • Familiarity or skill in communicating with deaf or hard-of-hearing individuals (such as ASL or other methods) is a plus
  • Core Responsibilities:

  • Deliver consistent, 1:1 nursing care for a student with Type 1 Diabetes and hearing impairment
  • Administer insulin via pump and oversee all diabetes treatments and interventions
  • Monitor and interpret continuous glucose data; respond appropriately to fluctuations or emergencies
  • Collaborate, engage, and communicate using effective, accessible strategies
  • Sustain safety, health, and compliance, ensuring readiness for any diabetes-related situations
  • Escort and supervise the student on daily bus routes to/from school safely
  • Working in this specialized role offers an opportunity to develop deep nurse-patient trust, actively shape student success, and refine clinical expertise in both pediatric and diabetes management within an educational setting. If you are passionate, highly skilled, and eager to provide essential care, apply today to make a difference!

    Compensation for this position ranges from $29.00 to $42.00. Eligible candidates may also receive healthcare benefits, housing, and meals/incidentals. Full details of our healthcare benefits plan can be found here. This posting is open for 60 days after the posting date.

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