Role of the School Nurse:
Assess students who are sick/injured and make referrals as appropriate
Conduct health and vision screenings
Case manage students with chronic health conditions
Promote health and provide health information to students through classes
Provide emergency care for illness and injury when necessary
Collaborate with families, school staff, and healthcare professionals to ensure health needs are met
Responsible for management of the individualized health care plan/Emergency care plan for students with chronic health conditions, and communication about the plan to all appropriate school personnel
Promote a healthy and safe school environment
Implement school health policies and procedures
Data Collection and Documentation
Instruction and oversight for medication administration
Monitor student immunization records and work to ensure compliance with state laws
Stay current on emerging information pertinent to school nursing