School Nurse Job at North Star Academy Charter School, Newark, NJ

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  • North Star Academy Charter School
  • Newark, NJ

Job Description



Uncommon Schools is a nonprofit network of high-performing public charter schools dedicated to providing an exceptional K-12 education in economically disadvantaged communities. Operating in Boston, Camden, New York City, Newark, and Rochester, we are committed to closing the college completion gap and preparing every student for college and beyond. Our students consistently exceed national benchmarks , reflecting our dedication to their success. We invest deeply in our educators , offering weekly coaching, feedback, and professional development to ensure excellence in teaching and leadership. Join us to work hard, do good, and make a lasting difference!

Job Description



North Star Academy Nurses promote health and safety in the school environment and provides health services to students, faculty and staff. As the school health services specialist, nurses assist our students and staff in attaining and/or maintaining optimum health, and promoting positive health habits and attitudes

Responsibilities

  • Provide basic healthcare to students in case of injury or acute illness
  • Keep track of students’ vaccination records and follows up with families as needed
  • Update students’ medical history and files accordingly
  • Ensure school environment is safe for children and school staff (e.g. prevention of communicable diseases)
  • Ensure compliance with national and local health laws

Qualifications

  • BSN preferred
  • LPN as long as they are willing to go back to school to get their RN degree to become school certified (Tuition will be reimbursed)

Additional Information



Our people are what make us Uncommon. We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits that support the personal health, wellness, and finances of our staff and their families. Our compensation philosophy values equity & fairness and attracting & retaining top talent.

Our Approach to AI and Your Application

At Uncommon Schools, we value thoughtful use of technology. Your responses should begin with your own thinking and reflect your authentic voice, experiences, and commitment to our mission. Generative AI can be used to refine or organize writing, but not to generate initial responses or replace your ideas. Every application is reviewed by a member of our Recruitment Team, and we are committed to understanding the person behind the application. 

Compensation

Compensation for this role is between $60,000 to $110,000. Most candidates who meet

job description

requirements will receive an offer of $60,000-$74,000. 

 

Starting pay is determined using various factors including but not limited to relevant professional development, education certifications, and tenure with Uncommon

Benefits

  • Generous paid time off inclusive of sick time, paid holidays, and ~10 weeks of paid breaks (Spring, Winter, and Summer). 

  • Extensive, best-in-class training and development

  • Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans + pre-tax flexible spending (FSA), dependent care (DCFSA), and health saving accounts (HSA)

  • Financial Planning

    • New Jersey Pension program

  • Paid leave of absence options (parental, medical, disability, etc.)

  • Mental health and counseling support + wellness benefit

*A detailed list of all SY 26-27 benefits is located

 

At Uncommon, we believe that a supportive and welcoming environment helps our students, staff, and community thrive. We are dedicated to building a team that brings a wide range of perspectives and experiences, reflective of the communities we serve---with over 70% of our staff identifying as people of color. Our organization values respect and open dialogue on important topics that shape our school culture.

As an equal opportunity employer, Uncommon provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to 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. We also ensure that individuals with disabilities receive all privileges and benefits associated with employment and are provided reasonable accommodations for the interview process and to perform core job functions. If you would like to request an accommodation, please email recruitment@uncommonschools.org.

Job Tags

Full time, Summer work, Local area, Flexible hours

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