School Nurse

CHAMPION STUDENT HEALTH & WELLNESS!
At Queen City Academy Charter School, we're not just providing healthcare—we're empowering students to thrive academically by ensuring their physical and emotional well-being. As our School Nurse, your care for students will support their opportunities for growth and learning in our dynamic K-12 community.
Salary: $60,065
THE QUEEN CITY DIFFERENCE
Our small, family-like environment offers what other schools can't:
- Supportive, collaborative faculty culture
- Deeply engaged parent partners
- Competitive salary, benefits, merit pay, and pension
- Professional and personal growth opportunities
YOU'LL THRIVE HERE IF YOU:
- Bring uncompromising dedication to student health and safety and believe deeply in our school's mission
- Provide expert emergency care and first aid with calm professionalism during critical moments
- Master medication administration protocols while maintaining meticulous, confidential health records for all students
- Implement comprehensive health screening programs that identify and address student needs early
- Create welcoming, safe health office environments where students feel comfortable seeking care and guidance
- Collaborate effectively with families, staff, and community health professionals to support whole-child wellness
- Use data-driven approaches to track health trends and implement prevention strategies
- Communicate proactively with parents through health updates, conferences, and coordination of care plans
- Support students with special health needs and disabilities through individualized care planning
- Guide students in developing healthy lifestyle habits and understanding their own health needs
- Participate in crisis management planning and emergency response protocols
- Embrace ongoing professional development, including our annual staff training week, to stay current with best practices
- Demonstrate cultural sensitivity when working with diverse families and addressing varied health perspectives
- Maintain professional relationships while serving as a trusted health advocate for every student
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Valid New Jersey School Nurse certification
- Demonstrated expertise in pediatric healthcare and emergency procedures
- Knowledge of community health resources and social services
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Team-oriented mindset with commitment to student-centered care
ABOUT US:
Queen City Academy is Plainfield's first charter school, currently serving students in grades K-12. Our mission is creating lifelong learners and transforming lives by developing critical thinkers and leaders who drive generational success.
JOIN OUR TEAM:
Equal opportunity employer. Complete an application here.
Where people enter to learn and work but experience the fulfillment of a family atmosphere.