Nurse Jobs in Elk River, MN

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 (RN/LPN) needed in Maple Grove, MN; 24/25 School Year

  • Maple Grove, MN (14 miles from Elk River, MN)
  • 2 days ago
  • Maple Grove, MN (14 miles from Elk River, MN)
  • 2 days ago

Qualifications: Must have school-based experience and be a Registered Nurse/Licensed Practical Nurse in the State of Minnesota....

School Nurse (RN/LPN)- New Hope, Virginia Area ASAP/25 SY

  • New Hope, MN (24 miles from Elk River, MN)
  • 5 days ago
  • New Hope, MN (24 miles from Elk River, MN)
  • 5 days ago

Qualifications: Must be a Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in Virginia....

School Nurse RN LPN New Hope Virginia Area ASAP SY

  • New Hope, MN (24 miles from Elk River, MN)
  • 7 days ago
  • New Hope, MN (24 miles from Elk River, MN)
  • 7 days ago

Qualifications: Must be a Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in Virginia....

School Nurse - Elementary Campus - PACT Charter School

  • Ramsey, MN (8 miles from Elk River, MN)
  • 8 days ago
  • Ramsey, MN (8 miles from Elk River, MN)
  • 8 days ago

Because healthy children are successful learners, school nurses advocate for the physical, emotional, mental, and social health of students....

Licensed School Nurse

  • Buffalo, MN (14 miles from Elk River, MN)
  • 8 days ago
  • Buffalo, MN (14 miles from Elk River, MN)
  • 8 days ago

Licensed School Nurse JobID: 4866 Position Type: Student Support Services/Licensed School Nurse Date Posted: 3/21/2025 Location: Buffalo High School - 0067 Date Available: 08/18/2025 Closing Date: 03...

School Nurse RN LPN in Maple Grove MN School Year

  • Maple Grove, MN (14 miles from Elk River, MN)
  • 8 days ago
  • Maple Grove, MN (14 miles from Elk River, MN)
  • 8 days ago

Qualifications: Must have school-based experience and be a Registered Nurse/Licensed Practical Nurse in the State of Minnesota....

Registered Nurse School Setting in Andover, MN

  • Andover, MN (8 miles from Elk River, MN)
  • 16 days ago
  • Andover, MN (8 miles from Elk River, MN)
  • 16 days ago

team and adapt to changing needs Location: Andover, MN Responsibilities: Provide 1:1 nursing care to a student with complex medical needs, including tracheostomy and G-tube care Administer medication...

School Nurse (RN)- Becker, Minnesota Area ASAP/25 SY

  • Becker, MN (12 miles from Elk River, MN)
  • 20 days ago
  • Becker, MN (12 miles from Elk River, MN)
  • 20 days ago

Qualifications: - Must be a Registered Nurse (RN) in Minnesota. - Experience in a school or pediatric setting is strongly preferred but not required. - Must be comfortable with 1:1 or small group care...

School Nurse (RN)- Otsego, Minnesota Area ASAP/25 SY

  • Otsego, MN (5 miles from Elk River, MN)
  • 20 days ago
  • Otsego, MN (5 miles from Elk River, MN)
  • 20 days ago

Qualifications: Must be a Registered Nurse (RN) in Minnesota. Experience in a school or pediatric setting is strongly preferred but not required....

Current licensure as registered nurse, eligible for practice in accordance with the Minnesota Board of Nursing....

Current licensure as registered nurse, eligible for practice in accordance with the Minnesota Board of Nursing. 3....

Current licensure as registered nurse, eligible for practice in accordance with the Minnesota Board of Nursing. 3....

On-Call Substitute School Nurse

  • Plymouth, MN (23 miles from Elk River, MN)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Plymouth, MN (23 miles from Elk River, MN)
  • 60+ days ago

Licensed School Nurse (LSN) preferred. Special Requirement: Must possess and retain a license as a Registered Professional Nurse in Minnesota....

Current licensure as registered nurse, eligible for practice in accordance with the Minnesota Board of Nursing. 3....

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Salary for Nurse Jobs in Elk River, MN

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Highest Education Level

Nurses in Elk River, MN 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 Elk River, MN
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%