Role of the School Nurse

• ​​​Response to immediate health concerns as they arise during the school day

• Concussion Management

• Assisting students with chronic disease in the management of their health care (insuring accommodations and support for students with chronic conditions)

• Response to emergency health situations

• Case manager for 504s due to medical conditions

• Member of the Social/Emotional/Mental Health team

• Train/Educate staff about the health conditions of the students in their classes

• Link students and families to health care and other needed resources

• Telehealth appointments to primary care providers through Hazel Health and Denver Health

• Dental, Hearing and Vision screenings and referrals

• Serve as the consultant for IEPs related to medical needs

• Oversee immunization rates and adherence

• Focus on school community wellness and population health