Nurse Jobs in Perth Amboy, 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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Registered Nurse School ESY

  • Somerset, NJ (13 miles from Perth Amboy, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Somerset, NJ (13 miles from Perth Amboy, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

: 1 year of verifiable, professional experience as RN - School Nurse within the last 3 years (may include residency or clinical practicum) Valid RN - School Nurse credential/license or in process in...

Registered Nurse School 2025-2026 SY

  • Somerset, NJ (13 miles from Perth Amboy, NJ)
  • 3 days ago
  • Somerset, NJ (13 miles from Perth Amboy, NJ)
  • 3 days ago

: 1 year of verifiable, professional experience as RN - School Nurse within the last 3 years (may include residency or clinical practicum) Valid RN - School Nurse credential/license or in process in...

Director of the School Nurse Program

  • Newark, NJ (15 miles from Perth Amboy, NJ)
  • 12 hours ago
  • Newark, NJ (15 miles from Perth Amboy, NJ)
  • 12 hours ago

School Nurse (NJ-CSN) Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Preferred Qualifications Equipment Utilized Physical Demands and Work Environment Overview Rutgers Health Overview: New Jersey's premier...

Director of the School Nurse Program Rutgers University

  • New Brunswick, NJ (8 miles from Perth Amboy, NJ)
  • 16 hours ago
  • New Brunswick, NJ (8 miles from Perth Amboy, NJ)
  • 16 hours ago

Minimum Education and Experience: Doctoral degree (PhD or DNP) required Strong teaching background City: Newark State: NJ Location: Newark (RBHS)

Director of the School Nurse Program

  • Newark, NJ (15 miles from Perth Amboy, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Newark, NJ (15 miles from Perth Amboy, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

TABLE]Posting Details[TABLE]Pre-employment ScreeningsAll offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings.Immunization RequirementsUnder Policy 100.3.1 Immunization...

School Nurse

  • Perth Amboy, NJ
  • 1 day ago
  • Perth Amboy, NJ
  • 1 day ago

Position Type: Educational Support Services/School Nurse Date Posted: 7/1/2025 Location: Rose M....

School Nurse

  • Plainfield, NJ (10 miles from Perth Amboy, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Plainfield, NJ (10 miles from Perth Amboy, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

School Nurse JobID: 2058 Position Type: Educational Support Staff/School Nurse Date Posted: 7/2/2025 Location: Roosevelt Elementary School Date Available: 09/01/2025 Closing Date: Until Filled Additional...

Registered Nurse School Setting - Orange, NJ

  • Orange, NJ (17 miles from Perth Amboy, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Orange, NJ (17 miles from Perth Amboy, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

A contract opportunity is available for a skilled Registered Nurse to provide school nursing services for students in grades K-12....

School Nurse

  • Nutley, NJ (21 miles from Perth Amboy, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Nutley, NJ (21 miles from Perth Amboy, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

Conducts school programs of immunization, physical examinations, and sight and hearing testing....

School Nurse

  • Plainfield, NJ (10 miles from Perth Amboy, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Plainfield, NJ (10 miles from Perth Amboy, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

Qualifications: New Jersey School Nurse Certification Current License as a Registered Nurse in New Jersey Knowledge of school health nursing practices Salary Guide: $69,350.00 - $105,100.00 Benefits...

Registered Nurse (RN) for School Nurse & Bus Rides

  • Edison, NJ (6 miles from Perth Amboy, NJ)
  • 3 days ago
  • Edison, NJ (6 miles from Perth Amboy, NJ)
  • 3 days ago

Interim HealthCare is currently seeking compassionate per diem Registered Nurses (RN's) to work with special needs children in a 1:1 capacity during their transportation to school on the school bus...

School Nurse-District RN

  • Branchburg, NJ (24 miles from Perth Amboy, NJ)
  • 3 days ago
  • Branchburg, NJ (24 miles from Perth Amboy, NJ)
  • 3 days ago

Brook School Dates: September 1, 2025 - June 30, 2026 Tenure Accrual for School Nurse No tenure accrual for District Registered Nurse Job Description: School Nurse, District Registered Nurse School...

School Nurse

  • Kearny, NJ (17 miles from Perth Amboy, NJ)
  • 4 days ago
  • Kearny, NJ (17 miles from Perth Amboy, NJ)
  • 4 days ago

be eligible for NJDOE School Nurse certification (Endorsement Code: 3010) Registered Nurses who are willing to obtain the NJDOE School Nurse certification are invited to apply REMUNERATION: The salary...

Substitute School Nurse

  • Old Bridge, NJ (9 miles from Perth Amboy, NJ)
  • 4 days ago
  • Old Bridge, NJ (9 miles from Perth Amboy, NJ)
  • 4 days ago

Substitutes Nurses are essential in ensuring students continue to learn and grow every day. A Substitute School Nurse may also be referred to as Registered Nurse (RN)....

ANTICIPATED - Long Term Substitute - School Nurse

  • Englishtown, NJ (17 miles from Perth Amboy, NJ)
  • 5 days ago
  • Englishtown, NJ (17 miles from Perth Amboy, NJ)
  • 5 days ago

a New Jersey School Nurse certificate or New Jersey School Nurse non-instructional certificate....

Demographic Data for Perth Amboy, NJ

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Salary for Nurse Jobs in Perth Amboy, NJ

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Highest Education Level

Nurses in Perth Amboy, NJ 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 Perth Amboy, 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%