What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sunshine Home Health Hiring RN or LPN One to One School Setting Chatham New Jersey position at Sunshine Home Care?
Position: 1:1 Registered Nurse
Setting: School
Discipline: LPN or RN
Discipline: LPN or RN
Location: Chatham, New Jersey
Pay: $42.00 – $52.00 per hour
Schedule Options: Monday – Friday, Day Shift
Employment Type: Per-Diem
Pay: $42.00 – $52.00 per hour
Schedule Options: Monday – Friday, Day Shift
Employment Type: Per-Diem
At Sunshine Home Health Services, we are seeking a compassionate and dedicated New Jersey–Licensed Registered Nurse (RN) to provide one-on-one nursing care to medically fragile children with complex healthcare needs in a school setting.
This per-diem role offers a consistent weekday schedule, providing direct nursing support to students to promote their health, safety, and academic care in adherence to New Jersey State Board of Nursing regulations, as well as agency policies, federal and accreditation standards, under the direction and supervision of clinical management staff.
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Monitor and document the student's health status throughout the school day.
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Collaborate effectively with school staff, families, and interdisciplinary teams to ensure coordinated, high-quality care.
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Administer prescribed medications, treatments, and therapies as ordered by the physician.
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Be prepared to recognize and respond to medical emergencies promptly with appropriate interventions.
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Apply proper infection-control practices and maintain a safe environment.
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Complete timely, accurate, and concise daily clinical documentation according to the plan of care.
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Notify the supervising RN Case Manager of any changes in the student's condition or care needs.
Qualifications
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Graduate of an accredited Registered Nursing Program.
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Active New Jersey Nursing License in good standing (required).
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Minimum of 1 year of pediatric nursing experience (preferred).
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Experience in school nursing, community health, or one-to-one pediatric care (a plus).
Certifications / Licenses
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Valid New Jersey RN/LPN License (required)
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Current CPR/BLS Certification (required)
Skills & Abilities
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Strong organizational, communication, and documentation skills.
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Proficiency in managing pediatric conditions, including ventilators, tracheostomies, oxygen therapy, feeding tubes, urinary catheters, and ostomies.
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Solid understanding of pediatric disease processes, medication interactions, and emergency response protocols.
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Ability to provide compassionate care to children of all ages and diverse backgrounds.
Physical Requirements & Work Environment
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Ability to remain on school premises for all scheduled hours.
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Ability to accompany and remain with the assigned student during school-related activities, including field trips and transportation on the school bus.
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Capability to assist with student mobility, positioning, and transfers as required.
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Able to lift at least 20 lbs. and move/carry medical equipment as needed.
Why Work for Sunshine?
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Consistent weekday schedule – no evenings or weekends.
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Caring and supportive work environment.
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Opportunities for professional development and continuing education.
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Flexible patient location assignments.
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Competitive pay, plus referral and sign-on bonuses.
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Comprehensive benefits: Medical, FSA, HSA, Life Insurance.
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Generous paid vacations, sick time, and holidays.
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Perry Rewards recognition program with coins and e-gift cards.
Why Join Us?
At Sunshine Home Health Services, we take pride in delivering trusted nursing services to schools, ensuring that students receive the continuous care they need. We offer competitive pay, a collaborative team culture, and meaningful work that makes a difference in children's lives.
At Sunshine Home Health, we take pride in delivering trusted, dependable nursing services to schools, ensuring that students continue to receive the care they deserve in the absence of their regular school nurse.
For inquiries, please contact us:
📞 (201) 857-5839
📧 tdechellis@sunshinecares.com
📞 (201) 857-5839
📧 tdechellis@sunshinecares.com
Sunshine Home Health Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. To request reasonable accommodation, please contact us at hrgroup@sunshinecares.com or (845) 613-7838.
Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Equal Employment Opportunity at Sunshine Health Home Services: Sunshine Health Home Services affirms that inequality is detrimental to our associates, our clients, and the communities we serve. Our goal is to impact lasting change through our actions. Together, we unite for equality and equity. Sunshine Homecare Services is committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of any protected characteristic, including race, color, genetic information, creed, national origin, religion, sex, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, lawful alien status, ancestry, age, marital status, or protected veteran status and will not discriminate against anyone on the basis of a disability. We support an inclusive workplace where associates excel based on personal merit, qualifications, experience, ability, and job performance.
Salary : $42 - $52