School Registered Nurse (RN) in Asbury Park, NJ

Sunbelt Staffing; Asbury Park (NJ); On-site; USD 44,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

Housing

Meals/incidentals

Job summary

Sunbelt Staffing is seeking a dedicated School RN in New Jersey to manage the health room, provide medication administration, and respond to acute and chronic health issues for a special needs student population. This full-time contract role emphasizes safety, collaboration with staff, and compassionate patient care.

Responsibilities include overseeing medical care during school hours, documenting health records, and addressing emergencies with guardians and responders.

Qualifications

• Current NJ RN license is required.
• Experience in school or pediatric setting preferred.
• Comfort with caring for students with special needs.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the school health room and provide medical care to students.
• Monitor and manage chronic conditions (g-tubes, trachs, seizures).
• Maintain accurate health records.
• Collaborate with staff to ensure holistic care.
• Educate students and staff on health practices as needed.
• Respond to medical emergencies and communicate with guardians.

Skills

G-tube care

Tracheostomy care

Seizure management

Pediatric care

Communication

Organization

Education

NJ RN license

School nursing experience preferred

Tools

EMR documentation

Job description

Step into a rewarding role where your expertise as a Registered Nurse can make a profound impact on students lives. We are seeking dedicated professionals to support a health room at a local school, serving a special needs population. This full-time contract position offers the opportunity to work closely with students whose medical needs require skilled, compassionate care.

As a school RN in this setting, you will manage day-to-day health concerns, administer medications, and respond to acute and chronic health issues throughout the school day. The environment is collaborative, with a team committed to ensuring the well-being and safety of each student.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Current NJ RN license required
• Prior experience working in a school setting or pediatric environment preferred
• Comfortable and confident caring for students with special needs
• Proficiency with g-tube feedings, tracheostomy care, seizure management, and cerebral palsy support
• Ability to communicate effectively with students, families, and staff
• Strong organizational and critical-thinking skills
• Compassionate demeanor and patient, reassuring approach

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee the health room, providing medical care to students throughout the school day
• Monitor and manage chronic conditions, including g-tubes, trachs, and seizure disorders
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date health records
• Collaborate with educational and support staff to ensure holistic care
• Educate students and staff on health practices as needed
• Respond promptly to medical emergencies and communicate effectively with guardians and emergency personnel

This assignment runs from as soon as possible through the end of the school year and offers a meaningful way to put your nursing skills to use in a supportive and impactful setting.

Compensation for this position ranges from $32.00 to $52.00. Eligible candidates may also receive healthcare benefits, housing, and meals/incidentals. Full details of our healthcare benefits plan can be found here. This posting is open for 60 days after the posting date.