School Nurse Tenure Track

Cranford Public Schools; Cranford (NJ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Cranford Public Schools is seeking a qualified School Nurse to provide health screenings, emergency first aid, and care for students. Candidates must have a State of NJ Department of Education School Nurse Standard Certificate and demonstrate expertise in health nursing practices.

Applicants should possess strong communication skills, knowledge of child development, and the ability to work independently and as part of a team. Proficiency in student management systems and a solid understanding of wellness education are preferred.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated expertise in school health nursing practices and emergency procedures.
• Knowledge of child growth and development, community and family dynamics.
• Experience with students having medical conditions like diabetes and epilepsy.

Responsibilities

• Conduct health screenings and provide emergency first aid.
• Maintain health records for students.
• Care for ill and injured students while at school.

Skills

School health nursing practices

Emergency procedures

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Proficiency with PowerSchool

Knowledge of child development

Education

State of NJ Department of Education School Nurse Standard Certificate

Tools

PowerSchool

Google Apps for Education

Snap Health Center

Job description

Responsibilities

Responsibilities include: health screenings and services, emergency first aid, the care of those who are ill and injured while in the school, maintenance of health records.

Qualifications

• State of NJ Department of Education School Nurse Standard Certificate,
• Demonstrated expertise in school health nursing practices and emergency procedures.
• Knowledge of child growth and development, community and family dynamics, current health issues and wellness education.
• Experience working with students with various medical conditions, such as diabetes and epilepsy.
• Knowledge of community health and social service resources.
• Ability to communicate effectively with colleagues, non-school health professionals and social service agencies.
• Computer literate with proficiency with PowerSchool, Google Apps for Education and Snap Health Center preferred.
• Exceptional interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills as well as Computer literate and proficient in student management systems.
• Highly organized and motivated. Self-starter. Ability to work independently and multitask
• Ability to work effectively as a member of a team and demonstrate flexibility.