Certified School Nurse
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Princeton, New Jersey
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$60,000 yearly
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Direct Hire
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On-Site
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Job ID: 78332
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Posted today
Onward Search Education is currently seeking a compassionate and dedicated Full-Time School Nurse to join a private school team, providing high-quality health care to students. If you’re passionate about pediatric care and committed to making a difference in the lives of students with developmental disabilities, we’d love to hear from you.
Position: Certified School Nurse
Location: Princeton, NJ
Position Type: Full-Time
Compensation: $60,000
Key Responsibilities
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Administer prescribed medications and treatments in alignment with district Board of Education policies.
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Perform physical assessments to monitor student wellness.
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Provide care for ill or injured students and determine appropriate follow-up actions.
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Assist with physical exams related to sports participation, working papers, and child study team evaluations.
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Maintain comprehensive student health records, including medication and immunization histories.
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Track and document annual physicals for all staff members.
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Participate in the annual Blood Borne Pathogens in-service and ensure appropriate first aid supplies are stocked throughout the school and transportation vans.
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Conduct CPR and first aid training for staff as needed.
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Collaborate with the Speech and Language Department to complete annual audiometric screenings and bi-annual vision screenings.
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Deliver individualized health care services based on student needs.
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Ensure ongoing compliance with Department of Education and regulatory guidelines.
Qualifications
Required Credentials:
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Valid RN license (Registered Nurse)
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NJ School Nurse Certification required
Experience:
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Minimum 2 years of nursing experience
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Previous experience working with individuals on the autism spectrum or with developmental disabilities
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Current CPR/AED certification
Comprehensive Benefits:
We offer medical, dental, and life insurance, a robust retirement savings plan, generous paid time off, and more.
Opportunities for Growth:
We support your professional journey through tuition assistance, team-building initiatives, and ongoing professional development opportunities.
Join us and help create a healthier, more inclusive future for our students.
Employer Details:
- Onward Search is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in an employment with regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status or any other classification protected by federal, state and local laws and ordinances. Candidates must be at least 18 years old to be considered for employment. EOE/M/F/D/V/SO.
- In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.
- Onward Search is unable to support 1099 / Corp-to-Corp or Independent Contractor arrangements at this time. All freelancers will be paid as W2 employees.
- Onward Search offers medical, dental, vision benefits, as well as a 401k program, for all eligible full time temporary assignments.
- Onward Search is a drug-free workplace.
- Onward Search is a nationwide staffing agency and talent solutions provider specializing in creative, marketing and technology. Our clients are continuously turning to us to fill their open positions. Therefore, there is no application deadline for this position, as we are seeking candidates for this type of role across all our clients on an ongoing basis.
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