Nurse Jobs in Brookside, NJ

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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Pediatric School Nurse (RN) - SIGN ON BONUS!

  • Paterson, NJ (22 miles from Brookside, NJ)
  • 7 days ago
  • Paterson, NJ (22 miles from Brookside, NJ)
  • 7 days ago

Career advancement Nurse Referral bonus Training opportunities Respiratory therapists on staff to provide training and mentorship Scholarship program Responsibilities of Registered Nurses (RN) Providing...

School Nurse

  • Westfield, NJ (15 miles from Brookside, NJ)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Westfield, NJ (15 miles from Brookside, NJ)
  • 5 hours ago

The nurse will collaborate with school staff to promote a safe and healthy environment, support academic success, and ensure compliance with health regulations....

School Nurse

  • Newark, NJ (21 miles from Brookside, NJ)
  • 21 hours ago
  • Newark, NJ (21 miles from Brookside, NJ)
  • 21 hours ago

THE ROLE LEAD Charter School seeks an exceptional Certified School Nurse to join our mission-driven community....

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) for School Nurse & Bus Rides

  • Edison, NJ (21 miles from Brookside, NJ)
  • 23 hours ago
  • Edison, NJ (21 miles from Brookside, NJ)
  • 23 hours ago

Interim HealthCare is currently seeking compassionate per diem Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) to work with special needs children in a 1:1 capacity during their transportation to school on the school...

RN Full School Nurse Opportunity

  • Newark, NJ (21 miles from Brookside, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Newark, NJ (21 miles from Brookside, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

BECOME A SCHOOL NURSE! Our kids need you - now more than ever! * *TRAINING PROVIDED!...

LPN School Nurse Transportation High Pay!

  • Elizabeth, NJ (22 miles from Brookside, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Elizabeth, NJ (22 miles from Brookside, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

BECOME A 1:1 SCHOOL NURSE! Our kids need you - now more than ever!...

School Nurse

  • Berkeley Heights, NJ (11 miles from Brookside, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Berkeley Heights, NJ (11 miles from Brookside, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

An applicable Registered Nurse (RN) state license....

School Nurse (ESY Program) Work Readiness Academy

  • Westfield, NJ (15 miles from Brookside, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Westfield, NJ (15 miles from Brookside, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

Compensation: $58.42/hour Requirements: Bachelor's Degree in Nursing from an accredited college or university Valid New Jersey Registered Nurse License School Nurse Standard Certification issued by...

School Nurse

  • West Orange, NJ (15 miles from Brookside, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • West Orange, NJ (15 miles from Brookside, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

for students with physical and emotional disabilities, ensuring that appropriate accommodations are made in accordance with Federal law. + Maintain accurate medical records, including updates of all immunizations...

School Nurse - Leave Replacement

  • East Hanover, NJ (10 miles from Brookside, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • East Hanover, NJ (10 miles from Brookside, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

School Nurse Certificate Duties: Per the attached job description....

Registered Nurse School Setting - Hibernia, NJ

  • Hibernia, NJ (10 miles from Brookside, NJ)
  • 3 days ago
  • Hibernia, NJ (10 miles from Brookside, NJ)
  • 3 days ago

An experienced Registered Nurse is sought for a rewarding contract position catering to the needs of a 1:1 School Nurse for the upcoming academic year....

School Nurse (Anticipated)

  • Belleville, NJ (21 miles from Brookside, NJ)
  • 5 days ago
  • Belleville, NJ (21 miles from Brookside, NJ)
  • 5 days ago

School Nurse (Anticipated) JobID: 3222 Position Type: Student Support Services/School Nurse Date Posted: 5/29/2025 Location: Various Schools Date Available: 09/01/2025 Closing Date: 08/31/2025...

School Nurse ESY 2025 (2 positions)

  • Watchung, NJ (12 miles from Brookside, NJ)
  • 5 days ago
  • Watchung, NJ (12 miles from Brookside, NJ)
  • 5 days ago

School Nurse ESY 2025 (2 positions) JobID: 492 Position Type: Extended School Year/ESY 2025 Date Posted: 5/30/2025 Location: District Date Available: 06/30/2025   Additional Information: Show...

School Nurse - SN

  • New Brunswick, NJ (22 miles from Brookside, NJ)
  • 7 days ago
  • New Brunswick, NJ (22 miles from Brookside, NJ)
  • 7 days ago

What We're Looking For: Hold a Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) License in NJ First Aid & CPR certification required School based experience, Seizure monitoring, Medication administration...

Behaviorist, School Nurse

  • Scotch Plains, NJ (15 miles from Brookside, NJ)
  • 9 days ago
  • Scotch Plains, NJ (15 miles from Brookside, NJ)
  • 9 days ago

2025-2026 School Year Behaviorist BCBA Certificate Preferred/NJ DOE Certificate Preferred School Nurse - Middle School Tenure Track Elementary Classroom Teachers Tenure Track/Leave Replacements/Long...

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Salary for Nurse Jobs in Brookside, NJ

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Highest Education Level

Nurses in Brookside, NJ offer the following education background
Master's Degree
39.3%
Bachelor's Degree
28.7%
Associate's Degree
11.6%
Doctorate Degree
10.3%
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 Brookside, NJ
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%