School Nurse

Uncommon Schools; Newark (NJ); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Flexible spending account

Job summary

Uncommon Schools in Newark, NJ seeks a School Health Services Specialist to promote student health and safety and provide on-site health services to students, faculty and staff.

You will manage basic healthcare, track vaccination records, update medical histories, ensure a safe school environment, and help ensure compliance with health laws. The role supports our mission to keep students healthy and ready to learn through strong health programs and professional development.

Qualifications

• BSN preferred.
• LPN willing to go back to RN with tuition reimbursement.

Responsibilities

• Provide basic healthcare to students in case of injury or acute illness
• Keep track of vaccination records and follow up with families
• Update students' medical history and files accordingly
• Ensure school environment is safe for children and staff (prevention of communicable diseases)
• Ensure compliance with national and local health laws

Education

BSN preferred

LPN willing to go back to RN (tuition reimbursed)

Job description

Uncommon Schools is a nonprofit network of high-performing public charter schools dedicated to providing an exceptional K-12 education in economically disadvantaged communities. Operating in Boston, Camden, New York City, Newark, and Rochester, we are committed to closing the college completion gap and preparing every student for college and beyond. Our students consistently exceed national benchmarks, reflecting our dedication to their success. We invest deeply in our educators, offering weekly coaching, feedback, and professional development to ensure excellence in teaching and leadership. Join us to work hard, do good, and make a lasting difference!

Job Description

North Star Academy Nurses promote health and safety in the school environment and provides health services to students, faculty and staff. As the school health services specialist, nurses assist our students and staff in attaining and/or maintaining optimum health, and promoting positive health habits and attitudes

Responsibilities

• Provide basic healthcare to students in case of injury or acute illness
• Keep track of students’ vaccination records and follows up with families as needed
• Update students’ medical history and files accordingly
• Ensure school environment is safe for children and school staff (e.g. prevention of communicable diseases)
• Ensure compliance with national and local health laws

Qualifications

• BSN preferred
• LPN as long as they are willing to go back to school to get their RN degree to become school certified (Tuition will be reimbursed)

Additional Information

Our people are what make us Uncommon. We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits that support the personal health, wellness, and finances of our staff and their families. Our compensation philosophy values equity & fairness and attracting & retaining top talent.

Our Approach to AI and Your Application

At Uncommon Schools, we value thoughtful use of technology. Your responses should begin with your own thinking and reflect your authentic voice, experiences, and commitment to our mission. Generative AI can be used to refine or organize writing, but not to generate initial responses or replace your ideas. Every application is reviewed by a member of our Recruitment Team, and we are committed to understanding the person behind the application.

Compensation

Compensation for this role is between $60,000 to $110,000. Most candidates who meet job description requirements will receive an offer of $60,000-$74,000.

Starting pay is determined using various factors including but not limited to relevant professional development, education certifications, and tenure with Uncommon

Generous paid time off inclusive of sick time, paid holidays, and ~10 weeks of paid breaks (Spring, Winter, and Summer).

Extensive, best-in-class training and development

Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans + pre-tax flexible spending (FSA), dependent care (DCFSA), and health saving accounts (HSA)

Paid leave of absence options (parental, medical, disability, etc.)

Mental health and counseling support + wellness benefit

*A detailed list of all SY 26-27 benefits is located HERE .

At Uncommon, we believe that a supportive and welcoming environment helps our students, staff, and community thrive. We are dedicated to building a team that brings a wide range of perspectives and experiences, reflective of the communities we serve---with over 70% of our staff identifying as people of color. Our organization values respect and open dialogue on important topics that shape our school culture.

As an equal opportunity employer, Uncommon provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and 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. We also ensure that individuals with disabilities receive all privileges and benefits associated with employment and are provided reasonable accommodations for the interview process and to perform core job functions. If you would like to request an accommodation, please email [emailprotected] .

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