Nurse Jobs in Chester, PA

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

  • Cherry Hill, NJ (19 miles from Chester, PA)
  • 11 hours ago
  • Cherry Hill, NJ (19 miles from Chester, PA)
  • 11 hours ago

Overview We're Hiring: School Nurse - Preschool and Early Education ProgramLocation: Moorestown Employment Type: Full Time - Monday-Friday 7:30a-3:30p Department: Education EEO Statement Bancroft stands...

Certified School Nurse Needed - Near Bala Cynwyd, PA

  • Bala Cynwyd, PA (14 miles from Chester, PA)
  • 17 hours ago
  • Bala Cynwyd, PA (14 miles from Chester, PA)
  • 17 hours ago

Category Schools - RN Nurse Job Type Contract Certified School Nurse Needed - Near Bala Cynwyd, PA Full Time 25-26 School Year Caseload: High (9th-12th) - 400-420 Students PA School Nurse Certification...

Registered Nurse School Setting - Norristown, PA

  • Norristown, PA (20 miles from Chester, PA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Norristown, PA (20 miles from Chester, PA)
  • 1 day ago

A Full-Time Certified School Nurse (CSN) is needed for the entire school year to support a large high school student population in Norristown, PA....

Certified School Nurse Needed!

  • Philadelphia, PA (13 miles from Chester, PA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Philadelphia, PA (13 miles from Chester, PA)
  • 1 day ago

more details A full-time Certified School Nurse is needed to support their students....

Certified School Nurse Opening in the Glenside, Pennsylvania area

  • Glenside, PA (20 miles from Chester, PA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Glenside, PA (20 miles from Chester, PA)
  • 1 day ago

Category Schools - RN Nurse Job Type Contract Soliant currently has an opening for a permanent position as a Certified School Nurse in the Glenside, Pennsylvania area Qualification Requirements: PA...

Certified School Nurse Opening in Drexel Hill, Pennsylvania

  • Drexel Hill, PA (8 miles from Chester, PA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Drexel Hill, PA (8 miles from Chester, PA)
  • 1 day ago

Category Schools - RN Nurse Job Type Contract Soliant currently has an opening for a permanent position as a Certified School Nurse in the Drexel Hill, Pennsylvania area Qualification Requirements:...

Registered Nurse School Setting in Norristown, PA

  • Norristown, PA (20 miles from Chester, PA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Norristown, PA (20 miles from Chester, PA)
  • 2 days ago

This opportunity calls for a Certified School Nurse to support the health and well-being of elementary students within a full-time, school-year contract position....

School Nurse RN

  • Norristown, PA (20 miles from Chester, PA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Norristown, PA (20 miles from Chester, PA)
  • 2 days ago

Salary: $1610 / Week The School Registered Nurse oversees the application of thenursing process and the delivery of student care in a school setting....

Certified School Nurse

  • Collegeville, PA (23 miles from Chester, PA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Collegeville, PA (23 miles from Chester, PA)
  • 2 days ago

Education, Certification and Experience This position requires Pennsylvania certification in Certified School Nurse....

School Nurse - DSD #32194

  • Newark, DE (23 miles from Chester, PA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Newark, DE (23 miles from Chester, PA)
  • 4 days ago

Qualifications: Bachelors of Science in Nursing required Three years supervised clinical nursing experience required Licensed registered nurse meeting state qualifications for school nurse....

Substitute School Nurse

  • Mullica Hill, NJ (12 miles from Chester, PA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Mullica Hill, NJ (12 miles from Chester, PA)
  • 8 days ago

School District seeks certified school nurses for substitute assignments in an Elementary School Health Office as well as field trips....

CPS: School Nurse

  • Collingswood, NJ (17 miles from Chester, PA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Collingswood, NJ (17 miles from Chester, PA)
  • 8 days ago

Position Type: Student Support Services/School Nurse Date Posted: 7/2/2025 Location: District Date Available: Closing Date: 08/10/2025 Additional Information: Show/Hide CPS - School Nurse Appropriate...

School Nurse

  • Wilmington, DE (11 miles from Chester, PA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Wilmington, DE (11 miles from Chester, PA)
  • 9 days ago

Minimum of three years of experience as a registered nurse. Certification as required by the Department of Education. Bachelor's degree in nursing from an accredited program....

School Nurse Substitute (Open Continuous)

  • Wilmington, DE (11 miles from Chester, PA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Wilmington, DE (11 miles from Chester, PA)
  • 9 days ago

Certification Requirements License to practice as a registered nurse, issued by the Delaware Board of Nursing, that is in good standing....

School Nurse Needed

  • Kennett Square, PA (17 miles from Chester, PA)
  • 14 days ago
  • Kennett Square, PA (17 miles from Chester, PA)
  • 14 days ago

experience and be a Registered Nurse in the State of PA....

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Salary for Nurse Jobs in Chester, PA

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Highest Education Level

Nurses in Chester, PA 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 Chester, PA
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%