This full-time position offers an exciting opportunity for a Registered Nurse (RN) to provide essential healthcare services within a K-12 school district in the Newark, NJ area. The role is a contract assignment through June 2026, requiring on-site presence with a unique itinerant schedule that involves travel between multiple campuses in Maywood and Lodi, NJ. This is an ideal position for an RN who thrives in dynamic educational environments and is committed to student health and safety.
Key Responsibilities:
- Perform comprehensive school nurse duties including health assessments, first aid, and emergency care across multiple school sites within the special education district.
- Administer medications as prescribed and maintain accurate health records.
- Provide direct nursing care during school hours, with occasional responsibilities such as accompanying students on field trips.
- Engage with students, parents, and staff to promote a healthy school community.
- Participate in in-person interviews as part of the selection process.
Qualifications and Experience:
- Must hold a valid RN license; LPNs are not eligible for this role.
- Previous experience in school nursing or pediatric care preferred.
- Comfortable with traveling between multiple campuses daily.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to respond effectively to medical situations in varied settings.
Work Schedule and Location:
- Full-time, 31.25 hours per week.
- Monday through Friday.
- Maywood Campus hours: 8:30 AM to 3:15 PM.
- Lodi Campus hours: 8:00 AM to 2:45 PM.
- Itinerant role requires travel between Maywood and Lodi school sites.
- Position requires onsite presence.
This assignment offers a meaningful way to impact student health in a school environment while working within a supportive educational district. Candidates ready to contribute their nursing expertise in this unique setting are encouraged to apply promptly.
Compensation for this position ranges from $32.70 to $52.70. Eligible candidates may also receive healthcare benefits, housing, and meals/incidentals. Full details of our healthcare benefits plan can be found here. This posting is open for 60 days after the posting date.
Related Jobs

Remote Care Manager- RN/ Colorado

RN: Remote Care manager, Puerto Rico

Nurse Case Manager- Home Infusion

HOME INFUSION NURSE

