Nurse Jobs in Lakewood, WA

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.

1-13 of 13 Jobs

Substitute - School Nurse

  • Spanaway, WA (11 miles from Lakewood, WA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Spanaway, WA (11 miles from Lakewood, WA)
  • 3 days ago

Provide health services as an ESA School Nurse for the general and special education program. Insure compliance of students immunization....

Guest School Nurse (RN)

  • Burien, WA (20 miles from Lakewood, WA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Burien, WA (20 miles from Lakewood, WA)
  • 3 days ago

Come join our Guest School Nurse team!...

2025-26 - 1.0 School Nurse - Student Support Services - Pool of 2

  • Lacey, WA (19 miles from Lakewood, WA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Lacey, WA (19 miles from Lakewood, WA)
  • 3 days ago

Licensed in the State of Washington as a registered nurse Possess basic public health preparation and field experience Ability to understand procedures and function in a school system with regard to...

School Nurse

  • Renton, WA (20 miles from Lakewood, WA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Renton, WA (20 miles from Lakewood, WA)
  • 6 days ago

School Nurse JobID: 11967 Position Type: Certificated/Certificated - Nurse Date Posted: 4/18/2025 Location: Various Locations Date Available: immediately Additional Information: Show/Hide Position Information...

School Nurse LPN Needed Kent WA

  • Kent, WA (16 miles from Lakewood, WA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Kent, WA (16 miles from Lakewood, WA)
  • 10 days ago

Details Position Type: Full-Time Caseload: 1:1 Responsibilities: Develop and implement individualized healthcare plans based on the student's medical needs, in collaboration with the student's...

Tumwater - School Nurse (RN) 25-26

  • Tumwater, WA (24 miles from Lakewood, WA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Tumwater, WA (24 miles from Lakewood, WA)
  • 13 days ago

SCHOOL NURSE (REGISTERED NURSE) Special Services Temporary (1st semester of the 25/26 school year) 1.0 FTE Rate of Pay: $61,910 - $110,194 Benefit Information This position will remain open until filled...

Summer School - School Nurse

  • Federal Way, WA (11 miles from Lakewood, WA)
  • 14 days ago
  • Federal Way, WA (11 miles from Lakewood, WA)
  • 14 days ago

Provide instructional leadership Organize and set priorities Work independently with minimal supervision. Exercise good judgment and maintain confidentiality....

School Nurse LPN Needed Near Des Moines WA

  • Des Moines, WA (17 miles from Lakewood, WA)
  • 17 days ago
  • Des Moines, WA (17 miles from Lakewood, WA)
  • 17 days ago

Details Position Type: Full-Time Caseload: 1:1 Responsibilities: Develop and implement individualized healthcare plans based on the student's medical needs, in collaboration with the student's...

School Nurse LPN Needed Near Renton WA

  • Renton, WA (20 miles from Lakewood, WA)
  • 17 days ago
  • Renton, WA (20 miles from Lakewood, WA)
  • 17 days ago

Details Position Type: Full-Time Caseload: 1:1 Responsibilities: Develop and implement individualized healthcare plans based on the student's medical needs, in collaboration with the student's...

School Nurse RN Needed Near Renton WA

  • Renton, WA (20 miles from Lakewood, WA)
  • 23 days ago
  • Renton, WA (20 miles from Lakewood, WA)
  • 23 days ago

Job Details: Full-time Onsite Qualifications: Must have an Active Registered Nurse License Skills & Abilities: Excellent communication skills Supportive, positive, and patient attitude This position...

Summer School SUBSTITUTE - ESA - School Nurse (RN)

  • Lakewood, WA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Lakewood, WA
  • 30+ days ago

Services ..., Section 504/ADA Coordinator, Greg Davis, Executive Director for Student Services ..., Civil Rights Compliance Coordinator, Greg Davis, Executive Director for Student Services ......

School Nurse

  • Federal Way, WA (11 miles from Lakewood, WA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Federal Way, WA (11 miles from Lakewood, WA)
  • 45+ days ago

Provide instructional leadership Organize and set priorities Work independently with minimal supervision. Exercise good judgment and maintain confidentiality....

2025-26 - School Nurse (RN) Pool

  • Lakewood, WA
  • 45+ days ago
  • Lakewood, WA
  • 45+ days ago

Services ..., Section 504/ADA Coordinator, Greg Davis, Executive Director for Student Services ..., Civil Rights Compliance Coordinator, Greg Davis, Executive Director for Student Services ......

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Salary for Nurse Jobs in Lakewood, WA

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Highest Education Level

Nurses in Lakewood, WA 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 Lakewood, WA
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%