Nurse Jobs in East Hartford, CT

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 Substitutes

  • Canton, CT (16 miles from East Hartford, CT)
  • 18 hours ago
  • Canton, CT (16 miles from East Hartford, CT)
  • 18 hours ago

Year Substitute School Nurses QUALIFICATIONS: BS in Nursing or related field preferred School-based experience Knowledge of pediatrics and public health Registered Nurse Connecticut Nursing License...

Registered Nurse - School

  • Bristol, CT (17 miles from East Hartford, CT)
  • 18 hours ago
  • Bristol, CT (17 miles from East Hartford, CT)
  • 18 hours ago

Registered Nurse - School JobID: 5412 Position Type: BBHD-Health/Nurse Date Posted: 2/9/2022 Location: Bristol Burlington Health District Closing Date: until filled   Additional Information:...

Substitute School Nurse

  • Vernon Rockville, CT (9 miles from East Hartford, CT)
  • 1 day ago
  • Vernon Rockville, CT (9 miles from East Hartford, CT)
  • 1 day ago

Description: Substitute School Nurse Pool Vernon Public Schools is looking to recruit Registered Nurses licensed in the State of Connecticut to work in our Substitute School Nurse Pool....

School Nurse- William N DeBerry Elementary School

  • Springfield, MA (22 miles from East Hartford, CT)
  • 2 days ago
  • Springfield, MA (22 miles from East Hartford, CT)
  • 2 days ago

QUALIFICATIONS: Must have a current valid, license to practice as a Registered Nurse in Massachusetts....

School Nurse (LPN) - New Britain, Connecticut

  • New Britain, CT (11 miles from East Hartford, CT)
  • 2 days ago
  • New Britain, CT (11 miles from East Hartford, CT)
  • 2 days ago

Qualifications: Current Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Registered Nurse (RN) license in Connecticut Experience in school nursing or pediatric care preferred Ability to monitor and manage student...

Summer School Nurse (LPN/RN) Opening in the Tolland, Connecticut area

  • Tolland, CT (15 miles from East Hartford, CT)
  • 3 days ago
  • Tolland, CT (15 miles from East Hartford, CT)
  • 3 days ago

Category Schools - RN Nurse Job Type Contract Soliant currently has an opening for a contracted position for a School Nurse (LPN/RN) in the Tolland, Connecticut area Qualification Requirements: LPN...

Travel School Nurse - $1,575 per week. Job in Wallingford Gr8Jobs

  • Wallingford, CT (24 miles from East Hartford, CT)
  • 3 days ago
  • Wallingford, CT (24 miles from East Hartford, CT)
  • 3 days ago

Refer a Registered Nurse for a $XXX.00 bonus opportunity! HANStaff Pennsylvania Job ID....

School Nurse SY 2025-2026

  • Springfield, MA (22 miles from East Hartford, CT)
  • 4 days ago
  • Springfield, MA (22 miles from East Hartford, CT)
  • 4 days ago

Licensed as a Registered Nurse for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. Current certification in CPR and First Aid....

LPN School Nurse

  • Wethersfield, CT (5 miles from East Hartford, CT)
  • 6 days ago
  • Wethersfield, CT (5 miles from East Hartford, CT)
  • 6 days ago

Location: Wethersfield, CT 06109 Date Posted: 9/18/2024 Category: Nursing Education: Nursing License or Certification Our clients are seeking a School Nurse (LPN) to provide service and 1:1 care with...

School Nurse RN

  • Bristol, CT (17 miles from East Hartford, CT)
  • 7 days ago
  • Bristol, CT (17 miles from East Hartford, CT)
  • 7 days ago

Location: Bristol, CT 06010 Date Posted: 9/18/2024 Category: Nursing Education: Nursing License or Certification Our clients are seeking a School Nurse (RN) to provide service and 1:1 care with medically...

School Nurse

  • Wallingford, CT (24 miles from East Hartford, CT)
  • 13 days ago
  • Wallingford, CT (24 miles from East Hartford, CT)
  • 13 days ago

Position Type: Medical/School Nurse Date Posted: 5/30/2025 Location: Secondary Level   Additional Information: Show/Hide Wallingford Public Schools is seeking candidates for a School Nurse at...

School Nurse

  • Higganum, CT (21 miles from East Hartford, CT)
  • 29 days ago
  • Higganum, CT (21 miles from East Hartford, CT)
  • 29 days ago

Licenses and Certificates Registered Nurse Licensed by the state of Connecticut CPR/AED Certificate Note: Criminal justice fingerprint/background clearance is also required....

School Nurse - Lincoln Elementary School

  • Springfield, MA (22 miles from East Hartford, CT)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Springfield, MA (22 miles from East Hartford, CT)
  • 30+ days ago

QUALIFICATIONS: Must have a current valid, license to practice as a Registered Nurse in Massachusetts....

School Nurse

  • Enfield, CT (14 miles from East Hartford, CT)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Enfield, CT (14 miles from East Hartford, CT)
  • 30+ days ago

Job Description: Enfield Public Schools is seeking a compassionate and skilled School Nurse to join our team....

School Nurse

  • Manchester, CT (5 miles from East Hartford, CT)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Manchester, CT (5 miles from East Hartford, CT)
  • 30+ days ago

Position Type: Student Support Services/School Nurse Date Posted: 5/12/2025 Location: Waddell Elementary School Date Available: 08/21/2025 Closing Date: Open until filled    Attachment(s): School...

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Salary for Nurse Jobs in East Hartford, CT

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Highest Education Level

Nurses in East Hartford, CT 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 East Hartford, CT
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%