School Nurse Jobs in New York
School Nurse jobs in New York are among the most active in the country, with steady demand across public school districts, charter networks, and private K-12 institutions at every level from entry-level to lead school nurse and health services coordinator. New York City, Buffalo, and Yonkers account for the greatest concentration of openings, anchored by large employers such as the New York City Department of Education, the Buffalo City School District, and Northwell Health. The most sought-after specialties include pediatric health management, special education health support, and chronic disease case management within school settings. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Mission Statement
The iHOPE school community strives to provide comprehensive services for our students, who present with a variety of diagnoses including Traumatic Brain Injury, Acquired Brain Injury, and other brain-based disorders. Our students
participate in academic instruction with appropriate modification and adaptation, as well as therapeutic services, based upon a collaborative, researched-based model that integrates current technology. iHOPE is committed to
learners with complex needs and to their social, emotional, adaptive and educational advancement. Accessibility and integration into the larger community are at the core of our belief system.
Position Summary:
The school nurse supports student success by providing health care through assessment, intervention, and follow-up
for all children within the school setting, addressing the physical, mental, and social health needs of students and
supports their achievement in the learning process.
Compensation Range:
$78,000 to $80,000 per year
Key/Essential Functions & Responsibilities
- Protects and maintains student’s health by providing professional nursing services in accordance with Nursing
Standards and NYS Licensing.
- Provides NY State-mandated and annual screening programs including vision, hearing, height, weight and scoliosis.
- Facilitates NY State-mandated immunization and communicable disease control requirements.
- Identifies and assesses students’ health needs, implements services, and evaluates plans of care, which impact student learning and achievement or safety.
- Participates as members of the school’s multi-disciplinary team, interpreting medical data and collecting medical reports or scripts.
- Communicate any student health concerns to parents/guardians.
- Identifies and reports school building safety or environmental issues which impact student or staff health to the administration.
- Documents health services provided in accordance with the NYS Nurse Practice Act.
- Maintains current pertinent health data for each student by periodic review and documentation of the
individual student electronic and paper health records.
- Completes student and staff insurance/accident reports.
- Initiates and documents health surveillance programs as needed and records, compiles and reports aggregate
student health information as required by NYS Department of Health.
- Performs all other duties, as assigned
Minimum Qualification Requirements including education, experience, licensure/certification, etc. and essential physical capabilities (e.g. lifting, assisting lifting, standing, etc.)
· Valid NYS RN license · Current CPR certification · Strong organizational and communication skills
Preferred Qualification Requirements (desired requirements beyond MQRs above)
- Clinical and/or pediatrics experience as a Registered Nurse (RN)
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or status as a Vietnam or disabled veteran. YAI is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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School Nurse Job Market in New York
A snapshot from current New York openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- White Glove Community Care38

- Accucare Nursing6

- New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene5

- TheraCare3

- Bond Health3

Top Industries Hiring
- Education
What New York Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in school nurse jobs across New York.
- Active New York State Registered Nurse license issued by the New York State Education Department
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree from an accredited nursing program
- Current CPR and AED certification required at time of hire
- Experience in pediatric, community, or public health nursing strongly preferred
- New York State School Nurse certification or willingness to obtain upon hire
- Familiarity with Individualized Health Plans and 504 accommodation documentation
School Nurse Jobs in New York: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a school nurse in New York?
To become a school nurse in New York, you must hold an active Registered Nurse license issued by the New York State Education Department, which requires completing an accredited nursing program and passing the NCLEX-RN. Many public school districts also require or prefer the New York State School Nurse certification, issued through the State Education Department's Office of Teaching Initiatives. A Bachelor of Science in Nursing strengthens your candidacy, especially for positions in larger urban districts.
How much do school nurses make in New York?
School nurses in New York earn a median of about $109,440 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $79,760 for the lowest 10% to over $157,090 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire school nurses in New York?
Employers hiring school nurses in New York right now include White Glove Community Care, Accucare Nursing, and New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. New York's large public school systems, charter management organizations, and health services contractors consistently post the greatest volume of school nurse openings across the state.
Which New York cities have the most school nurse jobs?
The cities with the most school nurse openings in New York are Brooklyn, Bronx, and New York. New York City drives the largest share of demand given the size of its public school system, while Buffalo and other upstate cities see consistent openings tied to their urban school districts and regional health systems that contract nursing staff directly to schools.
Are there remote school nurse jobs in New York?
Yes, but they're rare. School nursing is an inherently on-site role requiring direct student assessment, medication administration, and emergency response, so fully remote positions are uncommon. About 63% of school nurse openings tied to New York are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, and those tend to be telehealth triage or health education coordination roles rather than traditional school nurse positions.
How can I get hired as a school nurse in New York with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying to large New York City public school districts or charter networks, which regularly hire new graduates who hold a current New York State RN license. Lateral moves from pediatric clinic nursing, community health nursing, or camp nursing translate well to school settings. Some New York health systems that staff school-based health centers, including those operating in underserved districts through city contracts, offer structured onboarding for nurses new to the school environment. Obtaining or beginning the New York State School Nurse certification early signals commitment and gives your application a clear edge.
Where can I find and apply to school nurse jobs in New York?
You can find and apply to school nurse jobs in New York on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers hiring across the state right now. Search the listings, find the roles that fit your license, experience, and location, and apply directly to each one.
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