Bancroft Nurse, Temporary

Bancroft School Nurse

This is a temporary, full-time position within the Bancroft School at Voorhees Pediatric Facility. Candidate will be anticipated to work from July - December 2026.

How Our Nurses Serve Our Children: Voorhees Pediatric Facility provides a nurturing and home-like atmosphere filled with attentive and dedicated staff. All staff will work collaboratively to support residents with significant medical complexities and potential cognitive impairments. Under the direction and supervision of a registered professional nurse and certified school nurse, a Bancroft School nurse administers nursing care to designated patients as defined by the Department of Nursing policies and procedures, the Nurse Practice Act of the State of New Jersey, and as contained in this job description. Must be able to provide the care needed as described in the facility's policies and procedures.

Daily tasks will include:

• Providing care for children, adolescents and young adults while they attend school in a classroom environment
• Administering medications safely and accurately
• Updating Plan of Care as necessary
• Coordinating the arrival and departure of students from Facility and community.
• Assuring emergency equipment is present and functioning properly.

We want to ensure that the staff in our employ are attentive, courteous and passionate about our residents. Anyone who meets the following criteria is encouraged to apply:

Position Requirements:

• Current NJ RN Licensure
• Active CPR Certification (only AHA or ARC are accepted; certification must include cognitive and skills training)
• Must be able to successfully obtain Criminal History clearance from Dept. of Education, Office of Student Protection.

Skills:

• One year of pediatric experience preferred, but will consider other specialties
• Tracheostoma and ventilator experience, preferred
• Ability demands of multiple residents with prompt attention and care.
• Effective communication skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Excellent timekeeping skills

Why Work for Us: Voorhees Pediatric Facility is a Nationally recognized Pediatric Specialty Care center for Medically Fragile Children, Adolescents and Young Adults. Our Mission is to advance the full life potential of medically fragile children by providing excellent holistic care in a supportive environment.

Our facility offers 119 in-patient beds and the largest freestanding pediatric ventilator program in the country. Additionally, VPF has expanded to include The Bancroft School at Voorhees Pediatric Facility, Voorhees Pediatric Facility Medical Daycare, and Voorhees Pediatric Rehabilitation Services. VPF continues to be recognized as a leader in pediatric healthcare, and in 2013 VPF received the highest accreditation awarded by The Joint Commission.

Voorhees Pediatric Facility