What are the responsibilities and job description for the ESY 2026 - School Nurse position at Mercer County Special Services School District?
School Nurse
Staff Required Day - July 2, 2026
Student/Staff Days - July 6 - August 7, 2026
Qualifications
- A valid NJDOE School Nurse certificate
- A minimum of a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university
- Current CPR and AED certification preferred
- Candidates must demonstrate effective teaching and communication skills
- Candidates should be able to demonstrate their desire to be a part of a school community
Responsibilities
- The School Nurse will serve as the primary advocate for the health and well being of students and staff within the school while maintaining confidentiality.
- Responsibilities include health screening and services, emergency first aid, the care of those who are ill and/or injured while in the school, maintenance of health records, and instruction in sound health practices.
- Reports to the Director of Student Services and Building Principal
Physical Requirements
The employee must demonstrate physical strength, agility, and energy to perform essential job functions and to ensure health, welfare, and safety of all students and of self. The following physical demands are representative of those that must be met by the employee to perform the essential functions of the job: sitting, standing, reaching, walking, lifting, bending, crouching, kneeling, climbing, pushing, pulling, finger dexterity, carrying, repetitive motions, speaking, listening, and visual acuity. The employee must lift and/or move a minimum of 50 pounds.
EEO/AA/ADA Employer
Guaranteeing equal access to all categories of employment without discriminating on the basis of any of the protected categories listed at N.J.A.C. 6A:7-1.1(a).
Interested candidates please visit us on the web in order to apply
www.mcsssd.info