Registered Nurse

Registered Nurse

For over 60 years, Walker Therapeutic and Educational Programs has been a leading non‑profit organization providing comprehensive programming in child welfare, children’s behavioral health, and special education. We proudly serve over 150 communities in MA, supporting clients from diverse racial, cultural, gender, and sexual backgrounds who primarily struggle with anxiety and trauma. These services are delivered through Residential, CBAT, Intensive Treatment Programs, Special Education Day School, Therapeutic Middle‑High School, Out‑Patient and In‑Home Therapeutic Services.

New graduates are welcome to apply.

Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, FSA, 401(k) with employer contribution, Life and Disability, Discount Programs, Tuition Reimbursement and Remission Programs, generous PTO, paid holidays, free CPR/First Aid training, free parking, and a beautiful scenic campus. Benefit eligibility is tiered based on hours worked.

Position Summary: Walker Therapeutic & Educational Programs seeks a Registered Nurse for their Needham Campus. Under the supervision of the Director of Nursing, the RN will provide routine and emergency medical services in residential, group, and school programs.

Supervisory Organization: Director of Nursing

Successful candidates must hold a Bachelor’s degree in Nursing and have an interest in working with school‑aged children. The position requires alternating weekend coverage and some holiday shifts. New graduates are encouraged to apply.

• Provide routine medical care to students
• Apply Walker’s model of childcare, including therapeutic crisis intervention methods and physical restraint.
• Transport clients to and from medical appointments as needed.
• Provide emergency care to students when necessary
• Administer medications to students at various times throughout the shift
• Maintain accurate medical records
• Consult with staff and attend required meetings
• Ensure first aid supplies are available in all necessary locations
• Track and schedule medical, dental, and lab appointments
• Provide on‑call coverage as needed
• Provide in‑service training to staff
• Communicate with parents/guardians/collaterals as needed
• Other duties as assigned

Walker is an equal‑opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon an individual’s race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability, veteran status, pregnancy, national guard or reserve unit obligations, participation in discrimination complaint‑related activities, or membership in any category protected by federal or state law.