2602-Nurse

North Hudson Academy; Plainfield (NJ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Vacation and sick pay

Life insurance

Short & long-term disability

401(k) retirement plan

Employee referral bonus

Job summary

First Children School in Plainfield, NJ is seeking a qualified School Nurse to provide direct health services and oversee compliance with NJDOE/NJDOH requirements. You will work under the Nurse Coordinator and collaborate with the nursing team to ensure continuity of care.

Responsibilities include administering medications, developing health plans, documenting records, and supporting IEP discussions. Leadership during coordinator absence is possible, with opportunities to assist across programs.

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid NJ registered nurse license.
• CPR/AED certification required.
• Eligible for or possess NJ School Nurse Certificate.
• Enrollment in a program leading to NJ School Nurse Certificate may be required or encouraged.
• Strong communication, documentation, and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing care to students across classrooms and therapy spaces.
• Administer medications and treatments per physician orders and NJ regulations.
• Develop, update, and implement IHPs and EAPs.
• Maintain confidential health records and compliance documentation.
• Support IEP meetings with medical input and collaborate on student programming.
• Train staff on health needs, infection control, and emergency procedures.
• Communicate health updates to families and follow up as needed.
• Act as lead nurse when Nurse Coordinator is unavailable, ensuring continuity.

Skills

Communication

Documentation

Collaboration

Education

NJ RN license

NJ School Nurse Certificate eligibility

NJ School Nurse Certificate enrollment/education

Tools

CPR/AED certification

Job description

2602-Nurse

Full Time Professional Plainfield, NJ, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 2602

Salary Range: $65,000.00 To $85,000.00 Annually

School Nurse (Certification Track/Certified School Nurse)

Full-Time, Exempt (School Year and ESY Program)

Compensation Range: $65,000-$85,000/Annually

Reports to: School Principal

Collaborates With: Nurse Coordinator and Nursing Team

Position Summary:

The School Nurse provides direct health services, supports student wellness, and ensures compliance with NJDOE/NJDOH regulations. The nurse works under the guidance of the Nurse Coordinator and collaborates with the full nursing team. The School Nurse will assume lead responsibilities during the Nurse Coordinator’s absence , ensuring continuity of care and clinical oversight. The nurse may also be asked to support nursing functions across other company schoolwide programs as needed. Candidates may be enrolled in a university program completing credits toward the NJ School Nurse Certificate.

First Children School in Plainfield, NJ is a New Jersey Department of Education approved private special education school, serving students in grades PreK through high school (ages 3 through 21). We specialize in educating students with multiple disabilities including those who are medically fragile, developmentally, intellectually, or physically disabled, deaf or hard of hearing, and/or visually impaired.

Job Responsibilities:

Provide direct nursing care to students across classrooms, therapy spaces, and specialized program areas.

Administer medications and treatments according to physician orders and NJ regulations.

Develop, update, and implement Individualized Health Plans (IHPs) and Emergency Action Plans (EAPs) .

Maintain accurate, confidential health records and compliance documentation.

Provide medical input during IEP meetings and collaborate on student programming.

Support staff training on student‑specific medical needs, infection control, and emergency procedures.

Communicate with families regarding student health updates and follow‑up needs.

Serve as acting lead nurse when the Nurse Coordinator is off‑site, unavailable, or on leave , ensuring clinical continuity and oversight.

Provide occasional support to other company schoolwide nursing programs , as assigned by administration, while maintaining primary responsibility to the APSSD building.

Performs additional responsibilities assigned by the Principal or Nurse Coordinator to support student health, compliance, and overall school operations, including occasional assistance to other company schoolwide nursing programs.

The School Nurse works closely with the Nurse Coordinator , who:

Oversees clinical operations and daily nursing flow

Provides mentorship and historical knowledge of student needs

Reviews documentation and supports emergency response

Guides clinical decision‑making and staff training

The School Nurse:

Leads NJDOE‑aligned tasks

Collaborates with the full nursing team

Provides cross‑program nursing support when requested

Team:

This role will be part of theschool staff, reporting to the school principal; collaborates with the Nurse Coordinator and Nursing Team.

Basic Qualifications:

Valid NJ Registered Nurse (RN) license

CPR/AED certification

Eligibility for or possession of the NJ School Nurse Certificate

Completion of or enrollment in a university program leading to the NJ School Nurse Certificate

Strong communication, documentation, and collaboration skills

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience in APSSD, special education, or medically fragile populations

Familiarity with seizure protocols, diabetes management, G‑tube feeding, and other specialized supports

Training in trauma‑informed care and sensory‑aware practices

Experience providing staff training on health and safety procedure

Core Competencies

Student‑Centered Clinical Care

Calm, Clear Communication

Accurate Documentation

Collaboration with Multidisciplinary Teams

Cultural and Sensory Awareness

Sound Clinical Judgment

Physical & Environmental Requirements

Ability to move between classrooms and program areas throughout the school day

Ability to respond quickly to emergencies

Ability to lift or assist students as needed (within safe limits)

Comfort working in sensory‑rich environments

Our benefit package includes medical, dental, and vision plans, vacation/sick pay, life insurance, short & long-term disability, access to EAP and discount plans, 401(k) retirement plan, and employee referral bonus plan.

Who we are:

First Children Services is comprised of a dedicated team of professionals committed to providing the very best services day in and day out. We integrate a variety of effective techniques along with family involvement to achieve optimum results. At First Children Services, children and their families with the most extraordinary challenges are met with compassion, dedication and determination.
EEO: First Children Services is an equal opportunity employer and provider. Our agency prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.