Nurse Jobs in Pottstown, PA

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.

1-11 of 11 Jobs

Certified School Nurse

  • King of Prussia, PA (16 miles from Pottstown, PA)
  • 8 days ago
  • King of Prussia, PA (16 miles from Pottstown, PA)
  • 8 days ago

Maxim Healthcare Services is seeking a Certified School Nurse - Registered Nurse to work in a school building setting....

School Nurse Job (RN) - near Malvern, PA

  • Malvern, PA (15 miles from Pottstown, PA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Malvern, PA (15 miles from Pottstown, PA)
  • 9 days ago

: Registered Nurse (RN) License School Experience Experience with Trach and G-tube care Bachelor's degree in a related field preferred Open to 1:1 Pay: $35-45/hr Job Description: Soliant is currently...

Boyertown Substitute School Nurse

  • Gilbertsville, PA (3 miles from Pottstown, PA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Gilbertsville, PA (3 miles from Pottstown, PA)
  • 9 days ago

Administers immunizations, provides first-aid, and maintains health records of students. Counsels students in good health habits....

1.0 Certified School Nurse (CSN)- Greystone Elementary

  • West Chester, PA (18 miles from Pottstown, PA)
  • 22 days ago
  • West Chester, PA (18 miles from Pottstown, PA)
  • 22 days ago

) - Elementary Level position available: 1.0 - Certified School Nurse (CSN) - Greystone Elementary The Certified School Nurse plans, implements, and evaluates the mandated School Health Services as...

Certified School Nurse Manager

  • West Chester, PA (18 miles from Pottstown, PA)
  • 22 days ago
  • West Chester, PA (18 miles from Pottstown, PA)
  • 22 days ago

Licensed as a Certified School Nurse in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania required....

Urgently Hiring: Registered Nurse- School Services Near New Britain, PA

  • New Britain, PA (24 miles from Pottstown, PA)
  • 25 days ago
  • New Britain, PA (24 miles from Pottstown, PA)
  • 25 days ago

Job Title: Registered Nurse (1:1) Job Description: We are currently seeking a dedicated Registered Nurse to join our dedicated team as a 1:1 School Nurse....

School Nurse Position (RN or LPN) - Warrington PA

  • Warrington, PA (24 miles from Pottstown, PA)
  • 25 days ago
  • Warrington, PA (24 miles from Pottstown, PA)
  • 25 days ago

Job title: School Nurse Job Summary: The School Nurse will be working with individual students to provide healthcare that ensures the students wellbeing throughout the day....

Pediatric Registered Nurse - 1:1 School Nurse Position - Doylestown, PA

  • Doylestown, PA (24 miles from Pottstown, PA)
  • 25 days ago
  • Doylestown, PA (24 miles from Pottstown, PA)
  • 25 days ago

Job Requirements: Licensed Practical Nurse in the state of PA Experience in pediatrics or in schools Job Details: Full time contract 35 hours per week 1:1 position Job Benefits: Weekly pay Competitive...

School Nurse (RN or LPN) needed near Lansdale, PA

  • Lansdale, PA (17 miles from Pottstown, PA)
  • 28 days ago
  • Lansdale, PA (17 miles from Pottstown, PA)
  • 28 days ago

Sunbelt has a contract opening for a Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse with full-time hours at a school in the Lansdale, PA area for the current school year....

School Nurse - Devereux Day Academy

  • Norristown, PA (17 miles from Pottstown, PA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Norristown, PA (17 miles from Pottstown, PA)
  • 45+ days ago

#sponsored Qualifications EDUCATION: Licensed as a Registered Nurse (RN) in Pennsylvania preferred. Bachelor of Science in Nursing preferred....

School Nurse

  • Berwyn, PA (17 miles from Pottstown, PA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Berwyn, PA (17 miles from Pottstown, PA)
  • 60+ days ago

Must be a Certified School Nurse or willing to complete the certification within 1 year of hire....

Demographic Data for Pottstown, PA

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Salary for Nurse Jobs in Pottstown, PA

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Highest Education Level

Nurses in Pottstown, PA offer the following education background
Master's Degree
39.4%
Bachelor's Degree
28.6%
Associate's Degree
11.5%
Doctorate Degree
10.2%
Vocational Degree or Certification
6.2%
High School or GED
3.2%
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 Pottstown, PA
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%