Part-Time Substitute School Nurse - 2026/27 SY

Paul Robeson Charter School is seeking a Part-Time Substitute School Nurse for the 2026-2027 school year to provide nursing care to students in grades K-8. The number of days worked per week will be determined based on school needs.

Clinical Setting

Paul Robeson Charter School is a free, lottery-based, open-enrollment charter school serving students from across Trenton in grades K-8.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care to students as needed
• Oversee procedures to address special health needs or disabilities of students
• Perform screenings for eyesight, hearing, scoliosis, and obesity
• Support staff in response to student crises or health-related issues
• Plan and implement programs that proactively address student and staff health needs
• Document services provided
• Collect and distribute information about resources and services that will help students and their families maintain good health
• Track attendance information
• Coordinate health-related special education evaluations and services
• Participate in Pupil Assistance Committee (PAC) meetings as needed
• Participate in 504 plan meetings as needed
• Actively participate in the school community and support the school's mission

Required Qualifications

• Certification as a School Nurse or enrollment in a School Nurse certification program
• Bachelor's Degree in a related field
• Experience providing health care to children in a school setting
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills
• Ability to communicate clearly and empathically with children and adults
• Strong writing skills
• Knowledge of New Jersey School Nursing statutes, regulations, procedures, and practices
• Familiarity with the medical and psychological services available to students and families in the region

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package