School Nurse (RN) - 2026/2027 School Year

Ashmore Connection

Trenton, New Jersey

Posted Oct 30

License: RN license
Term: Permanent

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Against similar roles: In range for New Jersey staff rolesNew Jersey staff postings that state pay run $34/hr to $61/hr, the middle half $44/hr to $58/hr, across 1,761 postings.

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Overview

Ashmore Connection is currently seeking an experienced School Nurse (RN) for a full-time opportunity in the Trenton area this school year!

Duties

Serve in the capacity of cluster nurse with responsibilities to include but, are not limited to completing performance evaluations, corrective discipline, trainings, preceptorship and other relevant duties as assigned.
Identifies, monitors, and manages students with chronic disease and disabilities . Documents services provided in accordance with orders and care plan.
Provides emergency crisis nursing care for physically and/or psychologically ill and injured students and staff in the school.
Maintains communicable disease prevention and control through education, policy and enforcement.
Conducts physical healthcare assessments and screenings, including temperature checks, vision, hearing, dental, scoliosis and nutritional assessments.
Provides counseling and guidance to students, parents and staff regarding health-related attendance problems.
Maintains thorough and comprehensive health-related reports, monthly reports, and emergency reports, and ensures compliance with policies and regulations.
Provides health education for use by students, families, and school personnel on subjects such as (but not limited to) growth and development, home nursing instruction and first aid.
Attend or provide consult support for 504 and IEP meetings at assigned schools as needed to provide medical expertise.
Maintains required certifications and licenses.
Responsible for daily clean up and wiping down surfaces to uphold sanitation standards as required for safe school environment.
Performs other duties as assigned by the appropriate administrator.
Required to attend scheduled shift during regular business hours as mandated.

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Active New Jersey RN License
Experience as a School Nurse

Ashmore Connection offers great benefits, including

Competitive Weekly Pay
Access to medical, dental, and vision insurance
License Reimbursement
Ongoing Support
Local or Travel Contracts

If you are a dynamic professional with a passion for Nursing and are looking to make a difference in education, we invite you to apply for this rewarding opportunity.

Join us in our mission to connect exceptional employers with top-tier talent. Visit www.ashmoreconnection.com for more information about our company culture and values.

Pay: $48.00 - $53.00 per hour

Benefits

Dental insurance
Health insurance
Professional development assistance
Referral program
Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

What's around it?

In Trenton, NJ

Trenton, NJFrom Census ACS 2024.

Living costs about 3% above the US average

Median rent: $1,294/mo
Household income: $52,537/yr, all local households, not nurse pay

Life in Trenton, NJ

NeighborhoodsHealthcare professionals looking at Trenton often consider historic enclaves like Mill Hill, known for its preserved nineteenth-century brick row houses, or Hiltonia, which offers classic residential architecture and green space just outside the urban core. Other distinct Trenton sections include the multicultural neighborhood of Chambersburg, the civic core of Downtown Trenton, and Berkeley Square & Parkside. Commuters who prefer suburban settings often look just outside city borders to the Prospect area in Ewing Township, or to riverside towns like Bordentown and Florence in northern Burlington County.

Healthcare professionals looking at Trenton often consider historic enclaves like Mill Hill, known for its preserved nineteenth-century brick row houses, or Hiltonia, which offers classic residential architecture and green space just outside the urban core. Other distinct Trenton sections include the multicultural neighborhood of Chambersburg, the civic core of Downtown Trenton, and Berkeley Square & Parkside.

Commuters who prefer suburban settings often look just outside city borders to the Prospect area in Ewing Township, or to riverside towns like Bordentown and Florence in northern Burlington County.

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As of Sep 16, 2026Source 1: apartments.com Source 2: homes.com Source 3: reddit.com

Getting aroundThe city is anchored by the Trenton Transit Center, a key multimodal hub providing direct rail service via NJ Transit, Amtrak, and SEPTA to Midtown Manhattan and Center City Philadelphia. For drivers, typical intra-city commutes average roughly twenty minutes, facilitating access to local hospital campuses and administrative centers. Shift workers commuting from suburban areas rely on major regional arteries, though highway congestion across central New Jersey remains a constant factor during peak driving hours.

The city is anchored by the Trenton Transit Center, a key multimodal hub providing direct rail service via NJ Transit, Amtrak, and SEPTA to Midtown Manhattan and Center City Philadelphia. For drivers, typical intra-city commutes average roughly twenty minutes, facilitating access to local hospital campuses and administrative centers.

Shift workers commuting from suburban areas rely on major regional arteries, though highway congestion across central New Jersey remains a constant factor during peak driving hours.

Sources

As of Sep 16, 2026Source 1: realestate.usnews.com Source 2: apartments.com Source 3: extraspace.com Source 4: reddit.com

OutdoorsRecreational life in the city centers on Cadwalader Park, a sprawling green space spanning over one hundred acres designed by Frederick Law Olmsted with walking pathways and picnic areas. The Delaware River forms the western boundary of the area, offering nearby access points in neighboring Florence for recreational boating and canoeing. Nearby suburban enclaves also provide recreational outlets, such as Moody Park in Ewing and regional agricultural destinations in surrounding Mercer County.

Recreational life in the city centers on Cadwalader Park, a sprawling green space spanning over one hundred acres designed by Frederick Law Olmsted with walking pathways and picnic areas. The Delaware River forms the western boundary of the area, offering nearby access points in neighboring Florence for recreational boating and canoeing.

Nearby suburban enclaves also provide recreational outlets, such as Moody Park in Ewing and regional agricultural destinations in surrounding Mercer County.

Sources

As of Sep 16, 2026Source 1: apartments.com Source 2: extraspace.com Source 3: homes.com Source 4: reddit.com

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Trenton offers relocating nurses an authentic, historic urban base positioned directly along the Northeast corridor. Defined by its Revolutionary War history and the iconic 'Trenton Makes, The World Takes' bridge, New Jersey's capital features notable cultural institutions such as the Old Barracks Museum, the New Jersey State Museum, and the Passage Theatre. Residential options range from the preserved brick row houses of the Mill Hill historic district and the tree-lined streets of Hiltonia to urban apartments near downtown civic centers. Commuters benefit from the Trenton Transit Center, which links Amtrak, NJ Transit, and SEPTA rail lines for direct travel to Philadelphia and New York City. However, moving to Trenton requires balancing these connectivity advantages against urban realities, including variable crime rates across wards and lower-rated municipal schools. As a result, many healthcare professionals choose between city enclaves near Cadwalader Park and surrounding suburban townships like Ewing, Bordentown, or West Windsor, securing an easy hospital commute while matching their desired neighborhood lifestyle.

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