Nurse Jobs in La Mesa, CA

A School Nurse plays a vital role in the school administration industry by promoting health education among students and managing health conditions within the school environment. This includes conducting health screenings, offering health counseling, administering medications to students, and managing emergency situations. They also play an integral role in creating and implementing school health policies, including those related to nutrition and physical activity, substance abuse, and infectious diseases. Additionally, school nurses are responsible for handling health records of students and ensuring that any health information is accurately documented and kept confidential.

Important skills for a School Nurse include strong communication and interpersonal skills, the ability to work independently, decision-making skills, patience, and empathy. They should also have a comprehensive knowledge of child health and development, school health services, public health systems, and community health resources. To become a school nurse, one typically needs to be a Registered Nurse (RN) and may also need to obtain a certification in school nursing. Some roles a person may have before becoming a School Nurse might include working as a Staff Nurse in a pediatric setting, a Public Health Nurse, or a Pediatric Nurse in a hospital.

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(RN) Pediatric School Nurse - Per Diem

  • Chula Vista, CA (9 miles from La Mesa, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Chula Vista, CA (9 miles from La Mesa, CA)
  • 5 days ago

We work closely with school districts to fill their current and future nursing vacancies with the highest quality nurses....

RN - 1:1 School Nurse - Pediatrics

  • Escondido, CA (22 miles from La Mesa, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Escondido, CA (22 miles from La Mesa, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Position Details: Ro Health is currently seeking Registered Nurses (RNs) for opportunities across various school districts in the Phoenix area....

Licensed Vocational Nurse - School (LVN)

  • La Mesa, CA
  • 6 days ago
  • La Mesa, CA
  • 6 days ago

Overview Covelo Group is seeking an experienced Licensed Vocational Nurse ( LVN ) to join our Educational Services team....

School Nurse (2025-2026 School Year)

  • San Ysidro, CA (9 miles from La Mesa, CA)
  • 7 days ago
  • San Ysidro, CA (9 miles from La Mesa, CA)
  • 7 days ago

Nurse license as issued by State of California - Current CPR certification - Valid school nurse credential - Bachelor's degree Requirements / Qualifications Comments and Other Information Employment...

School Nurse

  • El Cajon, CA (7 miles from La Mesa, CA)
  • 14 days ago
  • El Cajon, CA (7 miles from La Mesa, CA)
  • 14 days ago

School Nurse Services Credential (To be eligible for a School Nurse Services Credential, you must have a bachelor's degree and an RN license.)...

School Nurse (eligibility pool for 2025-26 school year)

  • Chula Vista, CA (9 miles from La Mesa, CA)
  • 18 days ago
  • Chula Vista, CA (9 miles from La Mesa, CA)
  • 18 days ago

Imagine a school district that wins the San Diego County Academic Decathlon eight years in a row, that guarantees a college education to entire grade levels of children and where students excel in...

Anticipated School Nurse - 2025-2026 School Year

  • Imperial Beach, CA (14 miles from La Mesa, CA)
  • 23 days ago
  • Imperial Beach, CA (14 miles from La Mesa, CA)
  • 23 days ago

As part of the required study for pupils referred for special program placement, the school nurse assumes responsibility for obtaining health and developmental history. 8....

School Nurse Pool 2025-2026

  • La Mesa, CA
  • 25 days ago
  • La Mesa, CA
  • 25 days ago

of unofficial transcripts for all coursework) Credential Copy (Attach copy of credential) Letter of Introduction Letter(s) of Recommendation (Attach two (2) letters of recommendation) Resume School Nurse...

CVLCC Schools - Charter School Nurse #783

  • Chula Vista, CA (9 miles from La Mesa, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Chula Vista, CA (9 miles from La Mesa, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

For more information about this position, go to the pdf file here Elementary School - Charter School Nurse - Posting 1513 - 2021-2...083102.pdf...

Speech Language Pathologist (eligibility pool for 2025-26 school year)

  • Chula Vista, CA (9 miles from La Mesa, CA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Chula Vista, CA (9 miles from La Mesa, CA)
  • 45+ days ago

View all Job Descriptions using the "Sweetwater Job Descriptions" Link Requirements / Qualifications

School Nurses Needed in North County San Diego!

  • Escondido, CA (22 miles from La Mesa, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Escondido, CA (22 miles from La Mesa, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

Minimum Requirements: Graduate of an accreditedregistered, practical or vocational nursing program Licensed as a LicensedPractical, Licensed Vocational or Registered Nurse in state(s) where practicing...

LVN/RNs School Nurses! - Higher Rates

  • Escondido, CA (22 miles from La Mesa, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Escondido, CA (22 miles from La Mesa, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

Minimum Requirements: Graduate of an accreditedregistered, practical or vocational nursing program Licensed as a LicensedPractical, Licensed Vocational or Registered Nurse in state(s) where practicing...

CVLCC Schools - Charter School Nurse #783

  • Chula Vista, CA (9 miles from La Mesa, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Chula Vista, CA (9 miles from La Mesa, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

Chula Vista Elementary See attachment on original job posting School Nurse Credential2. Bachelor's Degree3. Current California RN License4. Current CPR Certification5....

JK-5 School Nurse (12-month Position)

  • San Diego, CA (10 miles from La Mesa, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • San Diego, CA (10 miles from La Mesa, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

Comments and Other Information Application Process: If interested in the position, please fill out the electronic Francis Parker School Employment Application HERE ( ). You will need to upload the...

School Nurse Eligbility Pool

  • Chula Vista, CA (9 miles from La Mesa, CA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Chula Vista, CA (9 miles from La Mesa, CA)
  • 60+ days ago

School Nurse Services Credential (if applicable)2. Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (transcripts3. Current California RN License4. Current CPR Certification5. California Driver's License6....

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Salary for Nurse Jobs in La Mesa, CA

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Highest Education Level

Nurses in La Mesa, CA offer the following education background
Master's Degree
39.3%
Bachelor's Degree
28.6%
Associate's Degree
11.6%
Doctorate Degree
10.3%
Vocational Degree or Certification
6.2%
High School or GED
3.1%
Some College
0.7%
Some High School
0.2%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Nurses in La Mesa, CA
1-2 years
34.5%
None
19.4%
Less than 1 year
18.4%
4-6 years
13.4%
6-8 years
12.9%
2-4 years
1.4%