What expertise does the School Nurse have?

• Pediatric, public health and mental health nursing with keen health promotion, assessment and referral skills.
• Knowledge of educational and health laws which impact children.
• Specific strategies for the delivery of health education.

What services does the School Nurse provide?

• Illness, injury and mental health assessments and interventions
• Identification, assessment, planning, intervention and evaluation of student health concerns.
• Health assessments during nursing visits.
• Vision, hearing and scoliosis screenings.
• Specialized pediatric nursing procedures.
• Chronic disease management.
• Administration of medication.
• Immunization compliance.
• Health curriculum recommendations.
• Member of the crisis team; member of the health and safety team.
• Health education and patient teaching.
• Training unlicensed personnel with acceptable delegated tasks as governed by the State of New York.
• Nutrition recommendations.
• Acts as a liaison within the school community / health care providers.

What difference does a school nurse make?

• Health issues are minimized, which have a direct impact on classroom success.
• Health concerns are addressed from teachers and support staff.
• Parents' have reasonable reassurance that their child's health needs are appropriately managed during the school day.
• A healthy and safe environment for students and staff is ensured in collaboration with school administrators.