School RN: Impact Students’ Health & Learning

Sunbelt Staffing; New Jersey; On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Sunbelt Staffing is seeking a dedicated School Registered Nurse (RN) for the West Orange, New Jersey area for the upcoming school year. This full-time contract role centers on delivering direct nursing care in a school setting and ensuring a safe, healthy environment for students.

Ideal candidates hold an active New Jersey RN license, CPR/BLS certification, and have strong clinical judgment, communication, and teamwork skills, with prior school nursing experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Active New Jersey Registered Nurse (RN) license.
• Current CPR/BLS certification.
• Previous school nursing, pediatric, clinic, community health, or related nursing experience preferred.
• Strong clinical judgment, communication, organization, and critical-thinking skills.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with students, families, and school staff.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing care, first aid, and emergency medical response to students and staff.
• Administer medications and treatments according to physician orders and district policies.
• Monitor students with chronic and acute medical conditions and respond appropriately to changes in health status.
• Develop and maintain Individualized Healthcare Plans (IHPs), Emergency Action Plans (EAPs), and student health records.
• Conduct health screenings and assessments while maintaining accurate and confidential documentation.
• Collaborate with teachers, administrators, families, and healthcare providers to support student health and academic success.
• Participate in IEP, 504, and multidisciplinary team meetings when appropriate.
• Promote health education, wellness, and disease prevention throughout the school community.

Job description

Sunbelt Staffing is seeking a dedicated School Registered Nurse (RN) for the West Orange, New Jersey area for the upcoming school year. This full-time contract role centers on delivering direct nursing care in a school setting and ensuring a safe, healthy environment for students.

Ideal candidates hold an active New Jersey RN license, CPR/BLS certification, and have strong clinical judgment, communication, and teamwork skills, with prior school nursing experience preferred.