Nurse Jobs in Wilmington, DE

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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RN - Certified School Nurse

  • Coatesville, PA (23 miles from Wilmington, DE)
  • 20 days ago
  • Coatesville, PA (23 miles from Wilmington, DE)
  • 20 days ago

Maxim Healthcare is seeking a Certified School Nurse (CSN) to support students' physical, mental, emotional, and social health needs across various school districts....

Registered Nurse - Medically Complex One to One School Nurse

  • Philadelphia, PA (24 miles from Wilmington, DE)
  • 20 days ago
  • Philadelphia, PA (24 miles from Wilmington, DE)
  • 20 days ago

Currently, were hiring 1:1 school nurses to work directly with a student in a school located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. 1:1 School Classroom Nurse Contract Details: $35-$40 an hour 1:1 Medically...

School Nurse

  • Exton, PA (22 miles from Wilmington, DE)
  • 14 hours ago
  • Exton, PA (22 miles from Wilmington, DE)
  • 14 hours ago

Job Description Title: School Nurse (K-12) Reports To: Director of Student Services Employee Type: Full-Time, 10-month, Salary, Exempt Summary To provide assessment, screening, planning, intervention...

School Nurse (LPN) - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

  • Philadelphia, PA (24 miles from Wilmington, DE)
  • 2 days ago
  • Philadelphia, PA (24 miles from Wilmington, DE)
  • 2 days ago

Category Schools - LPN Nurse Job Type Contract A rewarding opportunity is available for a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN/LVN) to provide essential healthcare services within an elementary school setting...

Substitute School Nurse

  • Philadelphia, PA (24 miles from Wilmington, DE)
  • 5 days ago
  • Philadelphia, PA (24 miles from Wilmington, DE)
  • 5 days ago

Track and monitor communicable diseases, meeting regularly with nurse office staff for review....

School Nurse (F/T)

  • Philadelphia, PA (24 miles from Wilmington, DE)
  • 5 days ago
  • Philadelphia, PA (24 miles from Wilmington, DE)
  • 5 days ago

Germantown Friends School is seeking a full-time School Nurse who will work in conjunction with another full-time nurse to support students and employees....

School Nurse- Part Time

  • Philadelphia, PA (24 miles from Wilmington, DE)
  • 8 days ago
  • Philadelphia, PA (24 miles from Wilmington, DE)
  • 8 days ago

School Nurse- Part Time Paramus, New Jersey Specialized Services - Schools Catapult Learning Regular - Part-Time In-person 27938 Job Description Company Overview School Nurse- Part Time Hours Paramus...

After School Nurse

  • Philadelphia, PA (24 miles from Wilmington, DE)
  • 9 days ago
  • Philadelphia, PA (24 miles from Wilmington, DE)
  • 9 days ago

After School Nurse Job Details Job Location ECEC Building - Philadelphia, PA Secondary Job Location(s) Main Building - PHILADELPHIA, PA Description After School Nurse Part-Time, Monday-Friday, 3:30-...

Registered Nurse School Setting - Chester, PA

  • Chester, PA (11 miles from Wilmington, DE)
  • 11 days ago
  • Chester, PA (11 miles from Wilmington, DE)
  • 11 days ago

Monitor and manage communicable diseases and provide guidance on immunizations....

Private Duty Nursing - Chester, Delaware, Montgomery Counties 1:1 School Nurse

  • West Chester, PA (19 miles from Wilmington, DE)
  • 12 days ago
  • West Chester, PA (19 miles from Wilmington, DE)
  • 12 days ago

Chester, Delaware, Montgomery counties General Skill Set - 1:1 school nurse Full time (about 30-35 hours) Start time usually between 7a-8a and end times usually between 3p-4p (School Hours) $38-$42/...

Certified School Nurse near Havertown, PA - Interviewing Now!

  • Havertown, PA (20 miles from Wilmington, DE)
  • 16 days ago
  • Havertown, PA (20 miles from Wilmington, DE)
  • 16 days ago

Category Schools - RN Nurse Job Type Contract Soliant has an opening for a contracted Certified School Nurse in the Havertown, PA area. This position is for the 2025-2026 School Year....

Certified School Nurse Opening in the Drexel Hill, Pennsylvania area

  • Drexel Hill, PA (19 miles from Wilmington, DE)
  • 16 days ago
  • Drexel Hill, PA (19 miles from Wilmington, DE)
  • 16 days ago

Category Schools - RN Nurse Job Type Contract Soliant currently has an opening for a contracted position as a Certified School Nurse in the Drexel Hill, Pennsylvania area Qualification Requirements:...

Certified School Nurse needed (CSN) - near Penn Wynne, PA

  • Wynnewood, PA (23 miles from Wilmington, DE)
  • 23 days ago
  • Wynnewood, PA (23 miles from Wilmington, DE)
  • 23 days ago

Nurse Credential (CSN) Prior experience in a school setting Proficiency in Trach and G-tube care Bachelor's degree in a related field (preferred) Job Overview: Soliant is seeking a compassionate and...

Immediate Opening: Certified School Nurse Full-Time

  • Wallingford, PA (14 miles from Wilmington, DE)
  • 24 days ago
  • Wallingford, PA (14 miles from Wilmington, DE)
  • 24 days ago

Category Schools - RN Nurse Job Type Contract Soliant is seeking a dedicated and qualified Certified School Nurse (CSN ) to support students across multiple grade levels during the 2025-2026 academic...

Now Hiring: Certified School Nurse

  • Media, PA (14 miles from Wilmington, DE)
  • 24 days ago
  • Media, PA (14 miles from Wilmington, DE)
  • 24 days ago

Category Schools - RN Nurse Job Type Contract Soliant is seeking a dedicated and qualified Certified School Nurse (CSN ) to support students across multiple grade levels during the 2025-2026 academic...

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Salary for Nurse Jobs in Wilmington, DE

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Highest Education Level

Nurses in Wilmington, DE offer the following education background
Master's Degree
39.3%
Bachelor's Degree
28.6%
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 Wilmington, DE
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%