Lincoln Avenue School: School Nurse
Orange Schools9 months ago
City of Orange, NJ, United States
On-site
Full-time
Junior Level (1-3 years)
Job Description
Position Overview
Position Type: Student Support Services/School Nurse. Location: Lincoln Elementary. This position is available starting 03/07/2026 until filled. Serves as the primary advocate for the health and well being of students and staff within the school. 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, and instruction in sound health practices. Please see the attached document for full description. Salary: As per negotiated salary guide; Commensurate with education and experience.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct health screenings and services
- Provide emergency first aid
- Care for students and staff who are ill or injured while in school
- Maintain health records
- Deliver instruction in sound health practices
Required Qualifications
- Hold a valid New Jersey educational services certificate in accordance with the requirements of N.J.S.A. 18A:27.1 et seq., and N.J.A.C. Title 6 Chapter 11 with a school nurse endorsement (N.J.A.C. 6:11-11.7) and other appropriate endorsement(s) in accordance with the requirements of N.J.A.C. 6:11-10.1 et seq.
- Holds a license as a registered professional nurse (RN) in New Jersey.
- Hold and maintain a current CPR certification and Professional Rescuer Certification.
Preferred Qualifications
- Bilingual preferred
Required Skills
CPR Certification
Professional Rescuer Certification
Bilingual Communication
Health Education
Patient Care
Emergency First Aid
Health Record Maintenance
Health Screenings