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Registered Nurse - School Nurse Position in Newark

On-site Full-time

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Experience Level

Entry Level

Qualifications

Essential Qualifications:A current New Jersey School Nurse Certification or eligibility for a standard or emergency school nurse certificate. A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university. Certification in Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and Automated External Defibrillators (AED).

About the job

Join Our Team as a School Nurse!
We are seeking a passionate and dedicated School Nurse (RN) to play a vital role in ensuring the health and safety of our students and the broader school community. In this essential position, you will provide direct health services to students, conduct state-mandated health screenings, guarantee compliance with immunization requirements, and maintain precise and confidential health records. Collaborating closely with teachers, school social workers, the child study team, and operations staff, you will help ensure that every student is supported and safe.

Key Requirements: Candidates must possess a current New Jersey School Nurse Certification or meet the eligibility criteria for either a standard or emergency school nurse certificate.

Your Impact:

  • Maintain accurate and confidential student health records, including immunization data, physical exams, screenings, referrals, and medical histories.
  • Administer medications and treatments in accordance with state laws, school policies, and standing orders.
  • Address acute illnesses, injuries, and emotional health concerns with appropriate interventions.
  • Develop and implement comprehensive care plans based on assessments and ongoing evaluations.
  • Monitor compliance with immunization requirements and communicable diseases, promoting a safe and healthy school environment.
  • Assist families in accessing community health resources and support services.
  • Collaborate with staff across various departments to enhance student wellness.
  • Provide valuable input to school-based teams, including student support teams.
  • Manage supplies and equipment for the nurse’s office and first aid stations.
  • Participate in after-school events, such as family nights and parent-teacher conferences.

About KIPP New Jersey

About KIPP New Jersey:KIPP New Jersey is part of the esteemed nationally recognized 'Knowledge Is Power Program' (KIPP) network of free, open-enrollment, college-preparatory public schools. We are dedicated to equipping students for success in both college and life. Established in 2002 in Newark’s South Ward with a single class of 80 fifth graders, KIPP New Jersey has expanded to educate students from grades K-12 across 17 schools in Newark and Camden. Over 90% of our students qualify for free or reduced meals. For more information, please visit www.kippnj.org.

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