Part-Time School Nurse - Shape Student Health & Wellness

Paul-Robeson-Charter-School; Trenton (NJ); On-site; USD 39,000 - 50,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and benefits

High-impact school environment

Job summary

Paul Robeson Charter School in Trenton, NJ is seeking a Part-Time Substitute School Nurse for the 2026-2027 school year. The role includes providing nursing care to students, overseeing health procedures, and supporting health programs in a K-8 charter setting.

The nurse will collaborate with staff, participate in PAC and 504 plan meetings, perform screenings, document services, and help families maintain good health.

Qualifications

• Certification as a School Nurse or enrolled in a School Nurse certification program.
• Bachelor’s Degree in a related field.
• Experience providing health care to children in a school setting.
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills.
• The ability to communicate clearly and empathically with children and adults.
• Strong writing skills.
• Knowledge of New Jersey School Nursing statutes, regulations, procedures, and practices.
• Familiarity with the medical and psychological services available to students and families in our region.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care to students as needed;
• Oversee procedures to address special health needs or disabilities of students;
• Perform screenings for eyesight, hearing, scoliosis, and obesity;
• Support staff in response to student crises or health-related issues;
• Plan and implement programs that proactively address student and staff health needs;
• Document services provided;
• Collect and distribute information about resources and services that will help students and their families maintain good health;
• Track attendance information;
• Coordinate health-related special education evaluations and services;
• Participate in Pupil Assistance Committee (PAC) meetings as needed;
• Participate in 504 plan meetings as needed;
• Actively participate in the school community and support the school’s mission.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Empathy

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in a related field

Certification as a School Nurse

Job description

Paul Robeson Charter School in Trenton, NJ is seeking a Part-Time Substitute School Nurse for the 2026-2027 school year. The role includes providing nursing care to students, overseeing health procedures, and supporting health programs in a K-8 charter setting.

The nurse will collaborate with staff, participate in PAC and 504 plan meetings, perform screenings, document services, and help families maintain good health.