New Graduate School Registered Nurse (RN) – Medford, MA | $50–$54/hr
Needham, Massachusetts
Support student health and wellness throughout the school day.
- Eligibility
- School Nursing
- Shift and hours
- Monday to Friday, school-day hours · daytime only, no nights Monday-Friday school-day schedule No nights, weekends, or major holidays
- Unit and setting
- School Make a real impact with studentsstudents
- License
- RN license Active RN license (MA)active RN license in Massachusetts
- Term
- Agency
Do you qualify?
- New grads
- Welcomed
- License
- active RN license in Massachusetts Active RN license (MA) Check your license
- Certification
- current BLS Current BLS certification
- Also asks
- strong communication and organizational skills Strong communication and organizational skills
Your six-month RN application plan
Start about six months before graduation. Some programs open earlier; use each employer’s application dates.
6 months before
Shortlist units
Check application windows. Gather clinical experience, references and your expected graduation date.
Find residencies4–6 months before
Apply as windows open
Apply before graduation when the program allows it. Keep the cohort date and license deadline with each application.
Explore new grad jobs2–3 months before
Meet the unit manager
Ask about overtime, a shadow shift, preceptor continuity and the schedule after orientation.
Prepare your questionsAround graduation
Confirm your start
Coordinate NCLEX, the required license and your start date. Get relocation and repayment terms in writing.
Plan your license
Why start this early?
Advocate describes a 6–9 month application runway for several regional RN programs. These milestones are a planning guide, not deadlines for every employer. See program calendars.
What it pays
- Against similar roles
- In range for Massachusetts agency rolesMassachusetts agency postings that state pay run $39/hr to $77/hr, the middle half $47/hr to $68/hr, across 32 postings.
- Also stated
- $50/hr
- Eligibility
- benefits depend on employment status Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.
Benefits
- Benefitsweekly pay with direct depositWeekly pay with direct deposit
- Benefitshealth, dental and vision insuranceHealth, dental, and vision insurance
- Benefits401(k) savings plan401(k) savings plan
- Benefitspaid time off and sick time where applicablePaid time off (PTO) and sick time (where applicable)
- Benefitsongoing training and professional developmentOngoing training and professional development
- Benefitsemployee discount programsEmployee discount programs
More benefits (21)
- Benefitsdedicated local office and clinical supportDedicated local office and clinical support
- Benefitsmedical and prescription coverageMedical/Prescription
- Benefitshealth advocate employee assistance programHealth Advocate Employee Assistance Program
- Benefitshealth savings accountHealth Savings Account
- Benefitsshort term disabilityShort Term Disability
- Benefitsvoluntary group life insuranceVoluntary Group Life Insurance
- Benefitssupplemental accidental insuranceSupplemental Accidental Insurance
- Benefitshospital expense protection planHospital Expense Protection Plan
- Benefitscritical illness insuranceCritical Illness Insurance
- Benefitshome and auto insurance discountsHome and Auto Insurance discounts
- Benefitspet insurancePet Insurance
- Benefitslegal benefitsLegal Benefits
- Benefitstransportation benefitsTransportation Benefits
- Benefitscollege partnership programCollege Partnership Program
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Paid time off (PTO)
- Sick time
- Employee Assistance Program
- Health Advocacy
The role and schedule
- Day to day
- managing chronic and acute student health concerns Manage chronic and acute health concerns
- Day to day
- giving student medications and treatments Administer medications and treatments
- Weekends
- no weekends No nights, weekends, or major holidays
- Holidays
- no major holidays
The workplace
Worth asking
- Can you walk me through base pay range and differentials?
- What should I expect for weekly hours, holiday, call, and rotation?
More questions to askFewer questions
- What orientation, preceptor time, and ongoing unit support are included?
- How are floating and staffing support handled day to day?
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Your fit
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Want to start your nursing career without sacrificing your life outside of work?
If you're a new nurse looking to build experience in a supportive environment, school nursing offers predictable hours, meaningful patient interactions, and the opportunity to grow your confidence every day.
Why new nurses choose school nursing
- No nights, weekends, or major holidays
- $50–$54/hr paid weekly
- Consistent daytime schedule
- Supportive work environment
- Gain valuable assessment and clinical experience
- Make a real impact with students
What you'll do
- Support student health and wellness throughout the school day
- Manage chronic and acute health concerns
- Administer medications and treatments
- Maintain health records and documentation
- Collaborate with parents, teachers, and healthcare providers
Requirements
- Active RN license (MA)
- Current BLS certification
- New graduates encouraged to apply
- Strong communication and organizational skills
Benefits
- Weekly pay with direct deposit
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) savings plan
- Paid time off (PTO) and sick time (where applicable)
- Ongoing training and professional development
- Employee discount programs
- Dedicated local office and clinical support
Additional Details
- Monday–Friday school-day schedule
- Opportunities for 1:1 student support or health office roles
- School-year assignment opportunities available
Launch your nursing career somewhere that helps you grow—not burn out. Apply today.
Maxim
Benefits
Health and Wellness Medical/Prescription, Dental, Vision, Health Advocacy (company paid if enrolled Medical) and Health Advocate Employee Assistance Program
Retirement and Financial Security
Health Savings Account, 401(k), Short Term Disability, Voluntary Group Life Insurance and Supplemental Accidental Insurance, Hospital Expense Protection Plan, Critical Illness Insurance, Home and Auto Insurance discounts, Pet Insurance and Legal Benefits
Lifestyle
Benefits
Paid Time Off, Employee Discount Program, Transportation Benefits and College Partnership Program
*Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.
About Maxim Healthcare
Maxim Healthcare has been making a difference in the lives of our patients, caregivers, employees and communities for more than 30 years. We offer private duty nursing, skilled nursing, physical rehabilitation, companion care, respite care and behavioral care for individuals with chronic and acute illnesses and disabilities. Our commitment to quality customer service, compassionate patient care, and filling critical healthcare needs makes us a trusted partner wherever care is needed.
Maxim Healthcare, Inc. (“Maxim”) is an equal opportunity 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.
What's around it?
Needham, MAFrom Census ACS 2024.
Living costs about 6% above the US average
- Median rent
- $2,409/mo
- Household income
- $214,308/yr, all local households, not nurse pay