Nurse Jobs in Weehawken, 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 (12 miles from Weehawken, NJ)
  • 14 days ago
  • Paterson, NJ (12 miles from Weehawken, NJ)
  • 14 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...

Registered Professional Nurse (School) - Full time

  • Mamaroneck, NY (19 miles from Weehawken, NJ)
  • 21 hours ago
  • Mamaroneck, NY (19 miles from Weehawken, NJ)
  • 21 hours ago

null OLAS is an online job application system for K-12 Education. The platform connects you with more than 10,000 school jobs, including educator, non-instructional, and administrator positions in...

School Nurse - Education Support Level 1-3

  • Monsey, NY (24 miles from Weehawken, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Monsey, NY (24 miles from Weehawken, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Information on the department values is available at: Other Information Essential: Current registration as a Division 1 Registered Nurse or Division 2 Registered Nurse or Paramedics with the Australian...

Lower School Nurse

  • Brooklyn, NY (5 miles from Weehawken, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Brooklyn, NY (5 miles from Weehawken, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

Poly Prep seeks applicants for the position of LOWER SCHOOL NURSE....

School Nurse Substitute

  • Englewood Cliffs, NJ (8 miles from Weehawken, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Englewood Cliffs, NJ (8 miles from Weehawken, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

Current license as a registered professional nurse in New Jersey. Current School Nurse Certification in the state of New Jersey preferred....

Substitute School Nurse or Registered Nurse

  • Fair Lawn, NJ (12 miles from Weehawken, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Fair Lawn, NJ (12 miles from Weehawken, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

Substitute School Nurse or Registered Nurse Qualifications: NJ Certificate: School Nurse or Registered Nurse license with Substitute School Nurse (non-instructional) credential Hold valid CPR/AED Certificates...

Elementary School Nurse

  • Oakland, NJ (21 miles from Weehawken, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Oakland, NJ (21 miles from Weehawken, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

Anticipated Opening 2025-2026 Tenure Track ELEMENTARY SCHOOL NURSE Requirements: NJ School Nurse Certification or willingness to obtain an Emergency School Nurse Certification and complete required...

Pediatric School Nurse (RN) - SIGN ON BONUS!. Job in Paterson Gr8Jobs

  • Paterson, NJ (12 miles from Weehawken, NJ)
  • 3 days ago
  • Paterson, NJ (12 miles from Weehawken, NJ)
  • 3 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...

Pediatric School Nurse (RN) - SIGN ON BONUS!. Job in Jersey City Gr8Jobs

  • Jersey City, NJ (4 miles from Weehawken, NJ)
  • 3 days ago
  • Jersey City, NJ (4 miles from Weehawken, NJ)
  • 3 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 (RN) - OPWDD

  • New York, NY (1 mile from Weehawken, NJ)
  • 3 days ago
  • New York, NY (1 mile from Weehawken, NJ)
  • 3 days ago

RN License Working with people with disabilities 1 year Entry level Nursing Full Job Description A nonprofit services organization in New York City is currently seeking a licensed Registered Nurse...

School Nurse

  • Woodbridge, NJ (20 miles from Weehawken, NJ)
  • 3 days ago
  • Woodbridge, NJ (20 miles from Weehawken, NJ)
  • 3 days ago

School Nurse JobID: 3613 Position Type: Student Support Services/School Nurse Date Posted: 6/16/2025 Location: Woodbridge Township School District Closing Date: until filled Description: Salary range...

School Nurse

  • Plainfield, NJ (23 miles from Weehawken, NJ)
  • 6 days ago
  • Plainfield, NJ (23 miles from Weehawken, NJ)
  • 6 days ago

Provide health assessments, first aid, emergency care, and illness management to students and staff Maintain accurate, confidential health records in accordance with state and federal guidelines Conduct immunization...

School Nurse

  • Jersey City, NJ (4 miles from Weehawken, NJ)
  • 8 days ago
  • Jersey City, NJ (4 miles from Weehawken, NJ)
  • 8 days ago

School Nurse has delegated a nursing task; + When appropriate, transmitting a summary of relevant health and medical information to a Child Study Team; + Writing and updating, at least annually, the...

School Nurse-Registered Nurse (RN)

  • Queens Village, NY (14 miles from Weehawken, NJ)
  • 8 days ago
  • Queens Village, NY (14 miles from Weehawken, NJ)
  • 8 days ago

We are seeking dynamic School Nurses looking for a comprehensive and rewarding experience....

(ESY) Extended School Year School Nurse, 6/23/25-7/25/25, 8:00-1:30pm

  • Kinnelon, NJ (24 miles from Weehawken, NJ)
  • 10 days ago
  • Kinnelon, NJ (24 miles from Weehawken, NJ)
  • 10 days ago

Position Type: Student Support Services/School Nurse Date Posted: 6/9/2025 Location: Pearl R. Miller Middle School Date Available: 6/23/25   ...

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Salary for Nurse Jobs in Weehawken, NJ

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Highest Education Level

Nurses in Weehawken, NJ 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 Weehawken, 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%