School Registered Nurse

Position Type:
Support Staff/School Nurse

Date Posted:
9/1/2026

Location:
Central Jersey College Prep
About CJCP

Central Jersey College Prep Charter School (CJCP) is a tuition-free, public charter school in Somerset, New Jersey serving grades Kindergarten through 12th. CJCP first opened in 2006 with 77 students, and is now serving a diverse population of over 1,300 students and nearly 300 faculty and staff. CJCP is a recipient of many awards and designations such as:


USDOE Blue Ribbon Award, 2016

NJDOE Tier-I Charter School, 2013-2018

US News Best High Schools, 2015 - 2024

National Charter School, 2020

College Board AP Honor Roll, 2023 - 2024

College Board AP Capstone School, 2020 - 2024

Great Schools College Success Award, 2020-2022

100% graduation rate, 2011- 2025

100% acceptance rate into four-year colleges and universities since 2011

The mission of CJCP is to provide academic and social opportunities for students to attain the skills necessary for success in post-secondary education. CJCP serves its mission by offering rigorous educational programs with an emphasis on college preparation, college and career counseling, and extracurricular enrichment activities.

Registered Nurse

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate School Registered Nurse to join our team. The School Registered Nurse promotes and protects the health and safety of students and staff, provides direct healthcare services, manages student medical records, and collaborates with families, educators, and healthcare providers to foster a safe, healthy learning environment.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license issued by the State of New Jersey Board of Nursing.
• Current New Jersey Department of Education (NJDOE) Certified School Nurse credential (CSN) or Educational Services Certificate preferred (or eligibility to obtain).
• Current CPR/AED Certification for Healthcare Providers.
• Minimum of 2 years of nursing experience; clinical experience in pediatrics, emergency care, or school health preferred.
• Knowledge of New Jersey state public school health mandates, immunization regulations, and communicable disease reporting.
• Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Required criminal history background check and proof of U.S. citizenship or legal resident status.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

Direct Healthcare Services

• Provide emergency care and first aid to students and staff in cases of acute illness, injury, or medical emergency.
• Administer prescribed medications and perform treatments in compliance with NJ State Department of Education guidelines and school board policies.
• Develop, update, and manage Individualized Healthcare Plans (IHPs) and Emergency Action Plans (EAPs) for students with chronic conditions (e.g., allergies, asthma, diabetes, seizures).
• Conduct state-mandated health screenings (vision, hearing, scoliosis, height, weight, blood pressure) and maintain records.

Compliance & Record Management

• Maintain comprehensive, confidential student health records in compliance with NJ state law and FERPA/HIPAA regulations.
• Review, track, and enforce immunization requirements for student admission under NJ Department of Health regulations.
• Monitor and report communicable diseases to local health authorities and school administration as required.

Collaboration & Student Support

• Serve as a health resource person on 504 Plan teams and the Child Study Team (CST) to assess health needs and recommend accommodations.
• Act as a liaison between the school, parents/guardians, primary care physicians, and community health resources.
• Communicate regularly with families regarding health assessments, illness policies, and health concerns.

School Health & Safety Education

• Promote healthy habits, wellness, and disease prevention across the school community.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and well-equipped health office.
• Provide health guidance and training to school staff on medical policies, CPR/AED, and Epinephrine administration as needed.

Opportunities:

• Comprehensive health, dental and vision insurance at a low cost;
• NJ State Pension Plan
• Paid professional development opportunities;
• Paid time off;
• Opportunities for extra stipends.

8 hour shift - Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Job Types: Full-time, 10-Month Contract

Salary Starting: $70,000.00 per year