School Nurse RN - Pediatric Care Leader (Newark)

The Stepping Stones Group, LLC; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k)

Wellness stipends

Professional growth

Job summary

The Stepping Stones Group, LLC is seeking a dedicated Registered Nurse (RN) for a contracted school-based Building Nurse role in Newark, NJ for the 26/27 school year. This full-time position supports a local K-12 district with comprehensive nursing services.

Compensation ranges from $40 to $45 per hour with a $1,000 sign-on bonus. You’ll work with experienced clinical professionals, receive robust nursing backing, and contribute to student health and safety in a school setting.

Qualifications

• Active RN license in New Jersey.
• Graduate of an accredited ADN or BSN program.
• CPR/First Aid certification.
• Must have experience with pediatric diabetic management and working with pediatric patients with trachs.
• Experience with O2 monitoring, seizure monitoring, med pass, G-tubes, diabetic management preferred.
• Knowledge of nurse delegation practices and state scope-of-practice regulations.
• Ability to work independently and exercise clinical judgment.

Responsibilities

• Provide first aid and manage everyday illnesses (headaches, stomachaches, injuries, etc.).
• Monitor students with chronic conditions (asthma, diabetes, seizures, allergies, mental health conditions, etc.) and follow orders to implement routine and PRN meds/care.
• Verify medical orders, document medication administration, safely administer medications (routine and PRN).
• Will act as the lead response to medical emergencies on campus.
• Train staff in emergency protocols and use of equipment.
• Develop and update IHP's, IEP's and 504 Plans related to medical conditions. Participate in meetings when needed.
• Collaborate with parents and staff regarding students with medical needs.
• Conduct or assist in health screenings (vision, hearing, growth/BMI, BP checks).
• Delegate and supervise nursing tasks in accordance with state regulations

Skills

Active NJ RN License

CPR/First Aid

Pediatric diabetes care

Pediatric tracheostomy care

O2 monitoring

Seizure monitoring

Medication administration

G-tubes management

Nurse delegation knowledge

Clinical judgment

Education

ADN or BSN graduate

Job description

The Stepping Stones Group, LLC is seeking a dedicated Registered Nurse (RN) for a contracted school-based Building Nurse role in Newark, NJ for the 26/27 school year. This full-time position supports a local K-12 district with comprehensive nursing services.

Compensation ranges from $40 to $45 per hour with a $1,000 sign-on bonus. You’ll work with experienced clinical professionals, receive robust nursing backing, and contribute to student health and safety in a school setting.