Nurse Jobs in Westfield, 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 (19 miles from Westfield, NJ)
  • 12 days ago
  • Paterson, NJ (19 miles from Westfield, NJ)
  • 12 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...

Lower School Nurse

  • Brooklyn, NY (18 miles from Westfield, NJ)
  • 13 hours ago
  • Brooklyn, NY (18 miles from Westfield, NJ)
  • 13 hours ago

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

Substitute School Nurse or Registered Nurse

  • Fair Lawn, NJ (22 miles from Westfield, NJ)
  • 21 hours ago
  • Fair Lawn, NJ (22 miles from Westfield, NJ)
  • 21 hours 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...

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

  • Paterson, NJ (19 miles from Westfield, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Paterson, NJ (19 miles from Westfield, NJ)
  • 1 day 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 (15 miles from Westfield, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Jersey City, NJ (15 miles from Westfield, NJ)
  • 1 day 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 (19 miles from Westfield, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • New York, NY (19 miles from Westfield, NJ)
  • 1 day 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 (7 miles from Westfield, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Woodbridge, NJ (7 miles from Westfield, NJ)
  • 1 day 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 (4 miles from Westfield, NJ)
  • 4 days ago
  • Plainfield, NJ (4 miles from Westfield, NJ)
  • 4 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...

Sub School Nurse

  • Old Bridge, NJ (18 miles from Westfield, NJ)
  • 4 days ago
  • Old Bridge, NJ (18 miles from Westfield, 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)....

Registered Nurse/School Nurse

  • Bridgewater, NJ (14 miles from Westfield, NJ)
  • 6 days ago
  • Bridgewater, NJ (14 miles from Westfield, NJ)
  • 6 days ago

FT or PT, 10 month position, special education, alternative, and therapeutic settings for grades K-12+, NJ Registered Nurse certification required....

School Nurse

  • Jersey City, NJ (15 miles from Westfield, NJ)
  • 6 days ago
  • Jersey City, NJ (15 miles from Westfield, NJ)
  • 6 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...

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

  • Kinnelon, NJ (23 miles from Westfield, NJ)
  • 8 days ago
  • Kinnelon, NJ (23 miles from Westfield, NJ)
  • 8 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   ...

School Nurse

  • West Orange, NJ (10 miles from Westfield, NJ)
  • 8 days ago
  • West Orange, NJ (10 miles from Westfield, NJ)
  • 8 days ago

Pleasant Elementary School Requirements: NJ School Nurse Certificate preferred or RN License with Substitute School Nurse Certificate (candidate is encouraged to enroll in an approved School Nurse program...

School Nurse / All Boroughs

  • New York, NY (19 miles from Westfield, NJ)
  • 11 days ago
  • New York, NY (19 miles from Westfield, NJ)
  • 11 days ago

*School Nurse (RN) Brief Details:* * Full-time and part-time hours available * Monday thru Friday work week * Excellent, weekly pay * Benefits available *Requirements for the RN School Nurse:* * Must...

School Nurse (Per Diem) - Multiple positions available

  • New Brunswick, NJ (12 miles from Westfield, NJ)
  • 12 days ago
  • New Brunswick, NJ (12 miles from Westfield, NJ)
  • 12 days ago

Immunization Requirements Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals, if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees...

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Salary for Nurse Jobs in Westfield, NJ

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Highest Education Level

Nurses in Westfield, 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 Westfield, 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%