School-Based Registered Nurse (RN) - Lakewood, New Jersey

School-Based Registered Nurse (RN) - Lakewood, New JerseyLocation Lakewood, NJ Discipline RN Nurse Date Posted October 06, 2026Make a meaningful impact as a contract Registered Nurse, supporting students in a dynamic school health room setting near Lakewood, NJ. This full-time opportunity runs from as soon as possible through the end of the school year, offering the chance to support children and adolescents with special needs in their educational journey.You’ll be providing essential care for a unique student population, all with special needs. Your expertise and compassion will be vital in managing routine and emergency situations, addressing medical needs such as G-tubes, tracheostomies, seizure disorders, cerebral palsy, and more. Collaboration with staff, parents, and healthcare providers is key to ensuring each student receives safe and respectful care throughout their school day.Qualifications & Experience:Current and valid New Jersey RN license requiredPrevious experience in a school or pediatric nursing environment strongly preferredDemonstrated ability and comfort working with G-tubes, trachs, seizure care, cerebral palsy, and related medical complexitiesStrong organizational and communication skillsAbility to remain calm and responsive in urgent situationsCompassionate approach to supporting children and teens with diverse needsRole Responsibilities:Provide daily health assessments, triage, and interventions for studentsAdminister medications, manage complex equipment, and respond to health emergenciesMaintain accurate and confidential health recordsSupport educational staff in meeting each student's health-related needsCommunicate regularly with families and external healthcare providersIf you have a heart for helping children thrive and the skills to support health and well-being in a school setting, step up to this fulfilling contract position. Apply now and bring your specialized nursing care to a school community that will truly benefit from your experience and dedication.Compensation for this position ranges from $32.00 to $52.00. 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.Sunbelt is an equal opportunity employer. We consider applicants for all positions without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status. No question on the website is used for the purpose of limiting or excluding any applicant's consideration for employment on any basis prohibited by local, state, or federal law.