School Nurse (Part Time)

Queen of Peace in North Arlington, NJ is seeking a part-time School Nurse for the 2026-27 school year. In this role, you will provide comprehensive health services to school-age children, including conducting required screenings, maintaining health records, administering medications, and providing emergency care.

Clinical Setting

This is a part-time position at a school-based health clinic serving school-age children.

Responsibilities

• Review immunization records for school-age children
• Assist with medical and dental screenings
• Conduct audiometric, scoliosis, vision, and height and weight screenings
• Provide optional screenings as needed, such as blood pressure and lice checks
• Maintain student health records
• Administer medication and treatment when necessary for pupils to attend school
• Provide first aid and emergency care to school-age children
• Notify parents or guardians if screening defects are found and recommend appropriate follow-up
• Observe and recommend to the principal the exclusion of students who show evidence of communicable diseases or whose immunization records are not received after numerous attempts
• Prepare and file state reports as required by law
• Submit monthly reports of health services and screenings performed to the Catapult Learning Regional Director
• Perform other duties as assigned

Schedule

• Tuesday through Thursday, 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM

Compensation

• Hourly rate: $38-$40 per hour

Required Qualifications

• Valid New Jersey RN license
• Basic Life Support CPR certification (Professional Rescuer or Healthcare Provider card)

Preferred Qualifications

• Pediatric experience is desirable but not necessary