School Nurse Jobs in California

School Nurse jobs in California are among the most active in the country, concentrated in public K-12 districts, charter school networks, and large university systems, with openings at every level from newly credentialed nurses to lead health services coordinators. The strongest hiring is in Los Angeles, San Diego, and the San Francisco Bay Area, where districts such as Los Angeles Unified School District, San Diego Unified, and Oakland Unified consistently post openings. The most in-demand specialties include special education health support, chronic disease management, and bilingual health services. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles20
Top employerBackstage Health
Top citySacramento, CA
Cities hiring18
Work type86% On-site
Top industryEducation

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E-Therapy
School Nurse - Onsite - 26/27 School Year
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School Nurse - Onsite - 26/27 School Year
E-Therapy
Vista, California
Healthcare Administration
Mental & Behavioral Health
Social Work & Counseling
On-Site
PALS Certification

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Carlsbad Unified School District
School Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN)
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Carlsbad Unified School District
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School Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN)
Carlsbad Unified School District
Carlsbad, California
Healthcare Administration
Nursing
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$25.88 - $31.45/hr
On-Site
CPR Certification
1,001-5,000

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Elementary School Nurse
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Elementary School Nurse
The Oakwood School
North Hollywood, California
Business Operations
Program Management
Project Management
$90k - $110k/yr
CPR Certification

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Vaughn Next Century Learning Center
Fy 26-27 Credentialed School Nurse
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Fy 26-27 Credentialed School Nurse
Vaughn Next Century Learning Center
Pacoima, California
Healthcare Administration
Nursing
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$98k - $122k.84/yr
CPR Certification
51-200

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School Nurse - IEP Case Manager (Per Diem)
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School Nurse - IEP Case Manager (Per Diem)
Backstage Health
Bakersfield, California
Communications
Content & Communications
Corporate Training
Hybrid

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School Nurse Jobs by City in California

Where California roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Sacramento
2 jobs
San Francisco
2 jobs
Vista
1 job
Downey
1 job
Anaheim
1 job
Pacoima
1 job
Vallejo
1 job
Atherton
1 job
Carlsbad
1 job

School Nurse Job Market in California

A snapshot from current California openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

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Backstage Health2 open roles
San Francisco Unified School District
San Francisco Unified School District2 open roles
Amergis
Amergis1 open role

Top Industries Hiring

  • Education

What California Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in school nurse jobs across California.

  • Active California RN license issued by the California Board of Registered Nursing
  • California Preliminary or Clear School Nurse Services Credential from CTC
  • Bachelor of Science in Nursing or higher from an accredited program
  • Current CPR and Basic Life Support certification from an approved provider
  • Experience assessing and managing students with chronic conditions such as asthma or diabetes
  • Bilingual proficiency in Spanish preferred for roles in high-needs California districts

School Nurse Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a school nurse in California?

To work as a school nurse in California, you must hold an active Registered Nurse license from the California Board of Registered Nursing and obtain a School Nurse Services Credential through the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing. The credential requires a bachelor's degree in nursing, clinical experience, and completion of an approved school nursing preparation program. Many districts also expect applicants to complete a supervised school nursing fieldwork component before or shortly after hire.

How much do school nurses make in California?

School nurses in California earn a median of about $140,270 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $101,260 for the lowest 10% to over $213,320 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire school nurses in California?

Employers hiring school nurses in California right now include Backstage Health, San Francisco Unified School District, and Amergis, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Large unified school districts across the state are the most consistent source of full-time, benefited positions, often with CalPERS retirement eligibility and set school-year schedules.

Which California cities have the most school nurse jobs?

Sacramento, San Francisco, and Vista have the most school nurse openings in California. Los Angeles dominates by volume because of the sheer size of LAUSD and its surrounding districts, while San Diego and Bay Area cities like Oakland and San Jose reflect large unified districts and dense charter networks that maintain dedicated nursing staff across dozens of campuses.

Are there remote school nurse jobs in California?

Yes, but they're rare. About 14% of school nurse openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting how hands-on the role is by nature. The functions most likely to allow any remote component are telehealth consultations, health plan review, and case management coordination rather than direct daily student care.

How can I get hired as a school nurse in California with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is completing a school nursing fieldwork placement while pursuing your California Commission on Teacher Credentialing School Nurse Services Credential, which introduces you directly to district hiring managers. Large unified districts such as LAUSD and San Francisco Unified occasionally post substitute or on-call school nurse roles that serve as a practical foot in the door. Candidates coming from pediatric, public health, or community health nursing backgrounds are competitive, and holding even a preliminary credential while your application is in process gives a clear edge.

Where can I find and apply to school nurse jobs in California?

You can find and apply to school nurse jobs in California on Migrate Mate, which lists current California openings across districts, charter networks, and university systems. Search the listings to find roles that match your credential level and preferred region, then apply directly to the positions that fit.

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