Float Nurse

The North Plainfield School District, a culturally diverse Pre-K through Grade 12 district in Somerset County serving approximately 3,600 students, is seeking a Float Nurse. The position begins immediately. The School Float Nurse must demonstrate flexibility in daily assignments and be prepared to provide nursing services in elementary, middle, and high school settings. The individual must establish positive relationships with students and staff, follow districtwide nursing procedures, and effectively manage multiple responsibilities while maintaining a calm, professional, and student-centered approach.

Qualifications

• Licensed Registered Nurse
• Valid New Jersey School Nurse Certificate
• Demonstrated expertise in school health nursing practice and emergency procedures
• Knowledge of child growth and development, community and family dynamics, current health issues, and wellness education
• Current CPR and AED certifications

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing coverage at assigned school buildings based on district needs, including planned and unplanned nurse absences.
• Assess students presenting with illness, injury, or other health concerns and provide appropriate nursing interventions.
• Administer medications and treatments in accordance with physician orders, district policies, and applicable New Jersey regulations.
• Respond to medical emergencies and implement established emergency response procedures.
• Provide care for students with chronic health conditions, disabilities, and individualized healthcare needs.
• Communicate with parents, guardians, and healthcare providers regarding student health concerns as appropriate. Assist building nurses with required student health screenings, including vision, hearing, height, weight, blood pressure, and scoliosis screenings, as applicable.
• Support the completion of screenings within required timelines.
• Review student immunization records and assist with identifying students who are not compliant with New Jersey immunization requirements.
• Assist with immunization audits, parent notifications, follow-up communication, and documentation.
• Support district vaccination clinics and other preventive health initiatives.
• Assist with communicable disease prevention, monitoring, and response procedures.

Terms of Employment

This is a 10-month position. Salary to be determined by the negotiated agreement with the Board of Education.

Salary

$69,630–$103,470, commensurate with education and experience.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The North Plainfield School District is an EOE/AA Employer and encourages qualified candidates from all backgrounds to apply.