Registered Nurse

Registered Nurse (RN)
May Center School | Randolph, MA

Role Overview

Tired of working in a hospital? Bring your nursing expertise to a school setting where you can support the health and well-being of students with autism and developmental disabilities. As a Registered Nurse at May Institute, you’ll provide individualized nursing care and collaborate with families, interdisciplinary teams, and external healthcare providers to support each student’s needs.

What You’ll Do

• Collaborate on individualized care: Partner with BCBAs, RBTs, and other team members to develop and implement treatment plans that address students’ healthcare and developmental needs.
• Assess student health: Review medical histories and assess health and developmental needs to inform care planning.
• Administer medications and treatments: Provide medications, treatments, and nursing interventions accurately and safely.
• Monitor and respond: Observe changes in students’ health and behavior, recognize concerns, and respond promptly with appropriate nursing care.
• Educate and support families: Share information and guidance to help families support their child’s health and care needs beyond the school setting.
• Coordinate healthcare services: Communicate with pediatricians, psychologists, specialists, and other external providers to promote continuity of care.
• Maintain accurate documentation: Record assessments, medications, treatments, interventions, and student progress while protecting confidentiality.
• Contribute to team development: Participate in team meetings, case conferences, and professional development, sharing nursing expertise and supporting evidence-based practices.

What You Bring

• Current Registered Nurse (RN) licensure.
• 1–3 years of clinical experience in pediatric nursing; experience working with children with developmental disabilities preferred.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certifications strongly preferred.
• Familiarity with Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) principles and techniques preferred.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills to work effectively with families and an interdisciplinary team.
• Critical thinking and sound clinical judgment, with a commitment to evidence-based practice and continuous quality improvement.
• Flexibility, empathy, and patience to respond to each student’s and family’s needs with cultural sensitivity.
• Professionalism and discretion in maintaining confidentiality and creating a supportive environment for students, families, and colleagues.

Why Join Us?

• Competitive Pay: Annual salary of $90,000–$97,650.
• Generous Paid Time Off: Vacation time and 10 paid holidays, including a floating holiday to celebrate your birthday.
• Comprehensive Health Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Professional Development: Paid training and certification opportunities to build your skills.
• Employee Support: Confidential guidance through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Education Assistance: Tuition reimbursement and student loan repayment assistance programs.
• Retirement Savings: A 403(b)-retirement plan with employer match.