Nurse Jobs in Capitol Heights, MD

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.

1-14 of 14 Jobs

Registered Nurse - School Nursing 1 - 1 Special Needs

  • Washington, DC (10 miles from Capitol Heights, MD)
  • 1 day ago
  • Washington, DC (10 miles from Capitol Heights, MD)
  • 1 day ago

We are currently looking for a Registered Nurse to support a special needs child within the school district. This role is ideal for nurses seeking part-time work during school hours....

Registered Nurse School Setting - Naval Anacost Annex, DC

  • Naval Anacost Annex, DC (10 miles from Capitol Heights, MD)
  • 1 day ago
  • Naval Anacost Annex, DC (10 miles from Capitol Heights, MD)
  • 1 day ago

A school district in the Danbury, Connecticut area is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) with school nursing experience for a part-time, summer position....

Registered Nurse School Setting - Glen Burnie, MD

  • Glen Burnie, MD (20 miles from Capitol Heights, MD)
  • 8 days ago
  • Glen Burnie, MD (20 miles from Capitol Heights, MD)
  • 8 days ago

A full-time Registered Nurse (RN) is needed to provide essential health room services within a K-12 school environment in Nottingham, MD....

LPN / LVN - School Nurse - $39 per hour - Urgently Hiring. Job in Rockville Gr8Jobs

  • Rockville, MD (16 miles from Capitol Heights, MD)
  • 12 days ago
  • Rockville, MD (16 miles from Capitol Heights, MD)
  • 12 days ago

Supplemental Health Care is seeking a LPN / LVN School Nurse for a local contract job in Rockville, Maryland....

School Nurse

  • Bethesda, MD (11 miles from Capitol Heights, MD)
  • 14 days ago
  • Bethesda, MD (11 miles from Capitol Heights, MD)
  • 14 days ago

The registered nurse will work Monday - Friday 7:40 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. to care for the health needs of the students, and others while at the school....

LPN / LVN - School Nurse - $34 per hour - Urgently Hiring. Job in Upper Marlboro Gr8Jobs

  • Uppr Marlboro, MD (15 miles from Capitol Heights, MD)
  • 19 days ago
  • Uppr Marlboro, MD (15 miles from Capitol Heights, MD)
  • 19 days ago

calendar This is a one-to-one nurse position to provide medical care to a student throughout the school day based on the student's medical diagnosis and care plan The nurse will be expected to follow...

RN 1 on 1 School Nurse

  • Falls Church, VA (16 miles from Capitol Heights, MD)
  • 22 days ago
  • Falls Church, VA (16 miles from Capitol Heights, MD)
  • 22 days ago

One year prior Registered Nurse (RN) experience preferred....

Registered Nurse RN School Nurse

  • Annapolis, MD (17 miles from Capitol Heights, MD)
  • 23 days ago
  • Annapolis, MD (17 miles from Capitol Heights, MD)
  • 23 days ago

, reporting, and management. * Provides nursing procedures such as gastrostomy tube feedings, catheterizations, diabetes care, and medication administration. * Assists in the provision of health screenings...

School Nurse - Registered Nurse

  • Upper Marlboro, MD (15 miles from Capitol Heights, MD)
  • 25 days ago
  • Upper Marlboro, MD (15 miles from Capitol Heights, MD)
  • 25 days ago

We're currently hiring in Upper Marlboro, Maryland to support a district in need of Registered Nurses....

LPN 1-on-1 School Nurse

  • Burke, VA (24 miles from Capitol Heights, MD)
  • 25 days ago
  • Burke, VA (24 miles from Capitol Heights, MD)
  • 25 days ago

(LPN)/Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) licensures in the state in which the nurse practices in Current Health Certificate (per facility)....

RN School Nurse 1.1 - Private Duty Nursing

  • Springfield, VA (24 miles from Capitol Heights, MD)
  • 25 days ago
  • Springfield, VA (24 miles from Capitol Heights, MD)
  • 25 days ago

One year prior Registered Nurse (RN) experience preferred....

Per Diem School Nurse

  • Potomac, MD (19 miles from Capitol Heights, MD)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Potomac, MD (19 miles from Capitol Heights, MD)
  • 30+ days ago

Minimum Requirements: + Graduate of an accreditedregistered, practical or vocational nursing program + Licensed as a LicensedPractical, Licensed Vocational or Registered Nurse in state(s) where practicing...

School Nurse, Sheppard Pratt School - Gaithersburg, MD

  • Gaithersburg, MD (19 miles from Capitol Heights, MD)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Gaithersburg, MD (19 miles from Capitol Heights, MD)
  • 60+ days ago

Possession of a valid license to practice nursing in the State of Maryland: Registered Nurse (RN) 1 year of working experience in a school setting. WHY SHEPPARD PRATT?...

Full Time School Health Nurse I/II, (Community Health Nurse I/II), Grade 21/24,

  • Rockville, MD (18 miles from Capitol Heights, MD)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Rockville, MD (18 miles from Capitol Heights, MD)
  • 60+ days ago

Any Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) applying for licensure and living in a member state of the Multistate Licensure Compact must take the NCLEX exam in their home state....

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Salary for Nurse Jobs in Capitol Heights, MD

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Highest Education Level

Nurses in Capitol Heights, MD 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 Capitol Heights, MD
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%