Temporary Registered Nurse – Youth Residential Program (Chicopee, MA)
About The Position
PsyPhyCare, a division of Business Staffing of America, Inc., is seeking to contract with a Registered Nurse (RN) to provide on-site medical and wellness services for a federally supported residential youth program located in Chicopee, MA 01022. Our client operates a structured residential training program serving approximately 100–300 at-risk youth , ages 16 through 24 , with a mission to prepare participants for meaningful employment and independent living. This position provides direct, on-site nursing and health education services within the Center’s Health & Wellness Department, supporting student health, safety, and employability outcomes. This is a contract position with full-time availability at 40 hours per week . Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8 AM to 5 PM. Weekends off. This role is on-site only ; telehealth or remote work is not available. The nurse will support the Health & Wellness program through direct patient care, health education, prevention initiatives, and coordination with clinical providers and program staff.
Requirements
- Candidates must hold a current and unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of Massachusetts
- A minimum of two (2) years of nursing experience in a clinical, school-based, residential, or community health setting is required
- Minimum Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) required
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Outlook and experience with electronic health record (EHR) systems preferred
Nice To Haves
- Experience working with adolescents or young adults is preferred.
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred.
Responsibilities
- Triaging urgent and emergent situations
- Providing first aid and clinical assessments
- Monitoring students with chronic conditions
- Administering medications
- Assisting with examinations
- Coordinating referrals and follow-up care
- Maintaining accurate and current medical records
- Tracking laboratory results and immunizations for regulatory compliance
- Supporting continuity of care through effective documentation and communication with physicians, nurse practitioners, and external healthcare providers
- Providing health education through one-on-one instruction and group presentations
- Maintaining prescription and medical supply inventories
- Delivering staff training on health and wellness topics
- Collaborating with community healthcare partners
- Supporting a safe, respectful, and inclusive campus environment
- Promoting student development and career readiness through mentoring, modeling professional behaviors, and participating in committees or program initiatives as assigned
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
