Local Contract Nurse RN - School RN
Newark, NJ
Cross Country Education
5x6 hrs
$41/hourOverview
- Start Date09/01/2026
- Shift Breakdown5x6 hrs
- Duration41 weeks
Pay
Description
Join our team as a School Nurse and play a vital role in supporting the health, safety, and academic success of young learners. Cross Country Education is seeking a compassionate Registered Nurse to provide comprehensive nursing services for early childhood students throughout the school year in Newark, NJ.
Position Overview:
- Provide comprehensive nursing services, including health assessments, screenings, and ongoing monitoring of student health needs.
- Maintain student health records, monitor immunization and physical examination compliance, and develop Individualized Health Care Plans (IHCPs).
- Collaborate with families, school staff, and healthcare providers to coordinate care and address student health concerns.
- Support health documentation and student records while ensuring compliance with school and regulatory guidelines.
Qualifications:
- Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Nursing
- Active, unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) License
- Valid CPR and First Aid Certifications
- School-based experience preferred
Why Join Cross Country Education?
- Competitive Pay: Earn $40.70 per hour, based on your experience and qualifications as a Registered Nurse, with weekly pay and opportunities for bonuses and incentives.
- Generous Benefits: Comprehensive health coverage, including Medical, Dental, Vision, and a 401(k) match to support your long-term financial goals.
- Work-Life Balance: Enjoy a consistent 31.25-hour workweek, a predictable school-based schedule, and paid sick leave.
Ready to make a difference? Learn more about Cross Country Education: www.crosscountry.com/education
Cross Country Education provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type regarding race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. Direct-Ed-IND2
Employer
Cross Country Education
Cross Country Education is educator-led, student-driven and solutions-oriented. With over 50 years of combined dedicated expertise, we service the education industry exclusively. Focusing our knowledge and resources on engaging with and understanding educational organizations, industry trends, and leadership needs, we provide a wide range of services to our educational partners to meet their individual needs including special education and substitute services. Each service can individually supplement an educational need or work in synergy with our other offerings to provide a holistic solution.
We guide and nurture our educational providers throughout their careers by partnering with them and providing access to coaching, resources, and development. To us, our role is more than providing jobs. By sharing knowledge, learning and resources with our professionals, we can develop a deep and collective strategy for helping them achieve a fulfilling career.
About Newark, NJ
As a travel nurse in Newark, NJ here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Newark, NJ is higher than the national average.
- Wages may not fully match up with the higher cost of living.
- The average high in summer is around 85°F, and the average low in winter is around 24°F.
- Short term rentals are available, but they may not be as easy to find compared to some other cities.
- Newark is car-friendly, but it also has a good public transportation system including buses, trains, and light rail.
- Newark is a diverse city with a wide age range.
- Common health issues may include asthma and diabetes.
- There is a large population of travel nurses due to the presence of several major hospitals.
- There are plenty of restaurants offering diverse cuisines, and the city has a vibrant arts and music scene.
- Sports enthusiasts can enjoy games at the Prudential Center.
- Outdoor enthusiasts can explore parks and nearby hiking trails.