School Registered Nurse | Plainfield, New Jersey

Job Description

Job Description

Step into a rewarding contract opportunity serving as a dedicated on-site Registered Nurse for a remarkable young student with unique medical needs. This role will span from January 4, 2026, through June 24, 2027, with consistent weekday hours from 8:00 am to 3:00 pm, providing approximately 35 hours per week of meaningful, hands-on care.

The assignment centers around supporting a three-year-old student diagnosed with Infantile Neuroaxonal Dystrophy (INAD). The student is non-ambulatory, non-verbal, and requires assistance with an NG-tube (please note, not a G-tube). Daily responsibilities include lifting (as the child weighs approximately 24 lbs), transport through various mobility devices like a stander and gait trainer, and providing care while accompanying the student on the bus to and from school.

Key Qualifications & Experience:

• Active RN license, with a strong foundation in school or pediatric nursing
• Experience working with medically fragile children, preferably in an educational setting
• Proficient in NG-tube care and monitoring pediatric patients with complex neurological needs
• Ability to safely lift and transport small children, ensuring comfort and security
• Compassionate communication skills in supporting non-verbal students
• Comfortable providing one-on-one care in a school environment

Position Highlights:

• Unique chance to make a lasting difference in a child’s school experience
• Structured, consistent weekday schedule—perfect for work-life balance
• Collaborative educational setting focused on individualized student care
• Onsite-only position, providing continuity and familiarity for both nurse and student

If you are a compassionate and experienced pediatric RN ready to take on a fulfilling school-based assignment, we would love to connect with you. Take the next step in your nursing career—apply today and help shape a brighter, safer school journey for a truly special student!

Compensation for this position ranges from $43.00 to $57.00. 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.

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