Nurse Jobs in San Jose, CA

A School Nurse plays a vital role in the school administration industry by promoting health education among students and managing health conditions within the school environment. This includes conducting health screenings, offering health counseling, administering medications to students, and managing emergency situations. They also play an integral role in creating and implementing school health policies, including those related to nutrition and physical activity, substance abuse, and infectious diseases. Additionally, school nurses are responsible for handling health records of students and ensuring that any health information is accurately documented and kept confidential.

Important skills for a School Nurse include strong communication and interpersonal skills, the ability to work independently, decision-making skills, patience, and empathy. They should also have a comprehensive knowledge of child health and development, school health services, public health systems, and community health resources. To become a school nurse, one typically needs to be a Registered Nurse (RN) and may also need to obtain a certification in school nursing. Some roles a person may have before becoming a School Nurse might include working as a Staff Nurse in a pediatric setting, a Public Health Nurse, or a Pediatric Nurse in a hospital.

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School Nurse 2025/2026 - (.20 FTE and .40 FTE)

  • Livermore, CA (17 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Livermore, CA (17 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 13 days ago

License or Certificate: Registered professional nurse, designated as R.N. as defined and determined by state law, and currently licensed in the state....

Substitute School Nurse

  • Hayward, CA (24 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 15 days ago
  • Hayward, CA (24 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 15 days ago

View Job Description CREDENTIAL & EXPERIENCE: Valid Registered Nurse in the State of California - Required Valid California School Nurse Services Credential or be eligible for a Preliminary School Nurse...

School Nurse (Health Services)

  • Newark, CA (15 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 19 days ago
  • Newark, CA (15 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 19 days ago

E = Essential Functions Aligned with State of California Commission on Teacher Credentialing, School Nurse Services Credential, California Education Code 49426, and California Board of Registered Nurses...

School Nurse

  • San Jose, CA
  • 24 days ago
  • San Jose, CA
  • 24 days ago

California Credential that authorizes service as a school nurse California Registered Nurse License California Audiometrist Certificate desired California Driver License First Aid and CPR Certificates...

School Nurse - District Office (Student Services)

  • Redwood City, CA (21 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 26 days ago
  • Redwood City, CA (21 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 26 days ago

Job Summary Job Summary Licensed RN, School Nurse experience View Job Description For more information about this position, go to the pdf file here Nurse-...47.pdf...

School Nurse For The 2025/26 School Year

  • Morgan Hill, CA (18 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 28 days ago
  • Morgan Hill, CA (18 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 28 days ago

Morgan Hill Unified School District JOB TITLE: School Nurse GENERAL SUMMARY: Under the direction of the Director of Special Services, serves as a member of the educational team assisting in the promotion...

Substitute Credentialed School Nurse

  • Sunnyvale, CA (7 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Sunnyvale, CA (7 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 90+ days ago

Provide school nurse services at elementary schools for the evaluation, improvement, and protection of the health of pupils and school personnel in accordance with state law and district policies....

Licensed Vocational Nurse - School (LVN) School LVN

  • Santa Clara, CA (3 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Santa Clara, CA (3 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

Overview Covelo Group is seeking an experienced Licensed Vocational Nurse ( LVN ) to join our Educational Services team....

2025/2026 - School Nurse

  • Fremont, CA (16 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Fremont, CA (16 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

Attach proof of: Certification (Audiometry Certification must be completed within 6 months of hire) CPR/First Aid Certification (Current CPR Certificate) School Nurse Services Credential (or Registered...

School Nurse

  • San Jose, CA
  • 90+ days ago
  • San Jose, CA
  • 90+ days ago

A valid license as Registered Nurse in California. 2. A baccalaureate or higher from an accredited institution. 3....

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Salary for Nurse Jobs in San Jose, CA

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Highest Education Level

Nurses in San Jose, CA offer the following education background
Master's Degree
39.3%
Bachelor's Degree
28.7%
Associate's Degree
11.6%
Doctorate Degree
10.2%
Vocational Degree or Certification
6.2%
High School or GED
3.1%
Some College
0.7%
Some High School
0.2%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Nurses in San Jose, CA
1-2 years
34.5%
None
19.4%
Less than 1 year
18.4%
4-6 years
13.4%
6-8 years
12.9%
2-4 years
1.4%