School Nurse

Ucteams; Plainfield (NJ); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Ucteams is seeking a dedicated School Nurse to join their support team in Plainfield, NJ. The School Nurse will be responsible for providing high-quality care and health education to promote the well-being of students.

The ideal candidate must have NJ School Nurse Certification or be eligible for it, with prior experience in school health or pediatric nursing preferred. Strong communication and organizational skills are essential for this role.

Qualifications

• NJ School Nurse Certification (or eligibility to obtain).
• Prior experience in school health or pediatric nursing preferred.
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing care to students, including first aid and emergency care.
• Administer medications and treatments per physician orders.
• Monitor immunization and health screening compliance.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

NJ School Nurse Certification

Job description

Position Overview

The School Nurse serves as a key member of the UCTEAMS student support team, promoting the physical, mental, and emotional well-being of all students. The Nurse provides high-quality care, health education, and preventive services to ensure a safe and healthy school environment where every student can thrive academically and personally.

Responsibilities

Student Health and Wellness

• Provide direct nursing care to students, including first aid, emergency care, and management of chronic conditions.
• Administer medications and treatments in accordance with physician orders and school policies.
• Maintain accurate, confidential student health records and documentation.
• Develop and implement individualized health plans for students with specific medical needs.

Safety and Compliance

• Monitor immunization and health screening compliance in accordance with NJ Department of Health requirements.
• Respond to and manage communicable disease outbreaks following district and state protocols.
• Ensure the school environment adheres to health and safety regulations and best practices.

Collaboration and Communication

• Serve as a liaison between the school, families, and healthcare providers to coordinate care and share information appropriately.
• Participate on student support, I&RS, and crisis response teams.
• Provide professional development and support for staff related to student health and safety.

Qualifications

• NJ School Nurse Certification (or eligibility to obtain).
• Prior experience in school health or pediatric nursing preferred.
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Commitment to the mission and values of Union County TEAMS Charter School.