School nurse
Provide essential medical care to students and implement health programs that promote a safe and healthy school environment.
Compensation
GROSS ANNUAL SALARY
Indicative amounts: they vary by region, employer, skills and experience.
Entering the profession — United States
Entry into the profession typically involves completing nursing education, gaining RN licensure, and acquiring school nurse certification.
Experience in pediatric or community health nursing can be beneficial.
Training — United States
Becoming a school nurse generally requires completing a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) and obtaining a Registered Nurse (RN) license by passing the NCLEX-RN exam.
Additional certification specific to school nursing is often required or preferred.
The job market — United States
School nurses are primarily employed by public and private schools to provide health services to students.
Demand is steady, driven by the need for health management and emergency care in educational settings.
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