Medication Policy Information

WNESU School Health Services

Grafton Elementary School

Desirae Wilbur, RN BSN

Phone: (802) 843 2495, 103 Fax: (802) 843 2911

Medication Policy

I would like to take this opportunity to briefly review the policy for medication administration at GES Any student taking a prescription medication who may require a dose at school must have a signed form stating the name of the medication, dose, and reason for the medication. This form will be kept in a confidential health record and must be signed by the physician as well as the parent/guardian of the student. Any student requiring a prescription medication during school hours must see the nurse for his/her dose and may not carry the medication to school unless specifically requested by the student’s physician. All medication must be provided in a medication bottle with the student’s name and correct dosing information. Medication prescription forms are available on the Health Form link of the GES website, or at the GES Health Office as well.

The students who may require a specific non-prescription medication will also need to have a form signed by the parent/guardian and the dose will be administered and documented by the nurse. Again, no medication whether prescription or non-prescription should be given to students to carry to school unless specifically requested by the student’s physician.

Sincerely,

Desirae Wilbur, RN BSN

School Nurse