Registered Nurse (RN)

Sage Connections, LLC; Hillside (NJ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with match

Paid time off

Professional development assistance

Job summary

Sage Connections, LLC is seeking a full-time school-based RN to provide 1:1 support for a K–12 student with complex medical needs in Hillside, NJ. The role operates on-site, Monday through Friday, with hours from 8:00 to 14:00, starting ASAP through June 2026, with potential renewal.

You will collaborate with parents, school staff, and healthcare providers to ensure safety, documentation, and compliance with health regulations, and you may participate in IEP/504 plan meetings as needed.

Qualifications

• Current and Unrestricted Illinois RN License.
• 1+ years of pediatric nursing experience.
• Experience supporting students with complex medical and developmental needs preferred.
• CPR and First Aid certification required.
• Strong organizational, communication, and decision-making skills.
• Compassionate, patient, and student-centered

Responsibilities

• Provide academic and classroom support, as well as community vocational exploration.
• Coordinate with parents, school staff, and healthcare providers as needed.
• Maintain documentation and comply with school health and safety regulations.
• Participate in IEP or 504 Plan meetings when relevant

Skills

Pediatric Nursing

CPR & First Aid

Documentation & Compliance

Communication

Decision-Making

Compassionate Care

Education

Registered Nurse (RN) License (Illinois)

Job description

Ready to join a company that truly values your skills, supports your growth, and puts your well-being first? Come join us at Sage Connections, a woman- and therapist-owned company built by people who’ve walked in your shoes.

We're hiring a full-time W-2 Registered Nurse (RN) to provide K–12 school-based services for the 2026–2027 school year. Whether you're an experienced school nurse or new to the field, you’ll be supported by a team that understands the real challenges and joys of this work—and is here to help you thrive.

Learn more about who we are and why specialists love working with us at sage-connections.com

• Caseload: 1:1 RN for Elementary student (3rd grade) on ventilator, with a TRACH, fed through g-tube, seizure disorder
• Schedule: Monday – Friday
• Hours: 8am-2pm
• Dates: ASAP - June 2026 (with potential to renew)
• Location: Onsite in Hillside

Responsibilities

• Provide academic and classroom support, as well as community vocational exploration
• Coordinate with parents, school staff, and healthcare providers as needed
• Maintain documentation and comply with school health and safety regulations
• Participate in IEP or 504 Plan meetings when relevant

Qualifications

• Current and Unrestricted Illinois RN License
• 1+ years of pediatric nursing experience
• Experience supporting students with complex medical and developmental needs preferred
• CPR and First Aid certification required
• Strong organizational, communication, and decision-making skills
• Compassionate, patient, and student-centered

Why Join Sage Connections?

Sage Connections is a mission-driven special education staffing company led by a school-based SLP and a purpose-driven entrepreneur. We’re here to uplift the special education community—by creating meaningful roles where specialists feel valued, supported, and empowered.

As a W-2 employee, you’ll receive comprehensive support and benefits—including health insurance, 401(k) with match, paid time off, and professional development assistance. We handle taxes and liability coverage so you can focus on your students, not your paperwork.

Our Commitment

We’re proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and to create inclusive spaces for professionals of all backgrounds.
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