School Nursing
Who is your school nurse?
School Health Services
Scoliosis Screening- 7th and 8th grades with parental permission. Positive findings are referred to parent and physician for follow up.
Vision Screening- K, 1st, 3rd, 5th, and 7th or 8th grades, and all special education classes. Referrals to parents and eye specialists.
Maturation Teaching- 5th and 6th grades.
Care Plans- Developed with parent and physician input for students with special health needs. Nurses train school staff to safely care for students during school hours.
Medication Management- Medication can be given during school when necessary and district policy is followed- doctor authorization forms are available at each school.
Staff Wellness- Includes blood pressure checks, teaching on OSHA blood-borne pathogens in the school setting, and other topics.
Immunization - Information on requirements, state clinics, etc.
Lice Screening - As needed.
Hygiene Teaching - As requested by teachers.
