The goal of the School Nurse is to treat student injuries or illnesses and advise pupils, their parents or guardians, and staff on health issues. Apart from injuries and sudden ailments, school nurses may also support pupils with illness by administering medication to them. They also advocate for the physical, emotional, mental, and social health of pupils/staff.
The School Nurse is responsible for identifying both actual and potential health problems and providing case management services. He/she shall provide expertise and oversight of school health services and to promote health education.
Job Responsibilities
Provide healthcare to pupils and staff
Perform health screenings
Coordinate referrals to private healthcare providers
Serve as liaisons between school personnel, family, and community healthcare providers to ensure a healthy school environment
Developing plans for pupil’s care based on assessment, interventions, and identification of outcomes, and the evaluation of care
Serving as consultants with other school professionals, such as food service personnel, physical education teachers, coaches, and counselors.
Providing health-related education to pupils and staff in both individual and group settings
Monitoring immunizations, managing communicable diseases, and assessing the school environment as to prevent injury and ensure safety
Overseeing infection control measures
Actively participating in school safety plans that address school violence, bullying, and emergencies that may occur at school
Overseeing medication administration and health care procedures.
Overseeing vision, hearing, body mass index, and mental health screening procedures
Making decisions related to the delegation of healthcare tasks as directed by state laws and professional practice guidance
Providing health advice to school educational teams, such as the Committee on Special Education and the Individualized Educational Plan (IEP) team
Assisting families with locating outside care.
undertake other duties as directed.
Job Requirements
Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing and RN license
Minimum of 4 years work experience in a good school.
Job Competence:
Knowledge of many areas of health including mental health