The School Nurse contributes to the well-being, academic success, and life-long achievement of students by facilitating
positive student responses to normal development; promoting health and safety; intervening with actual and potential
health problems; providing case management services; and actively collaborating with others to build student and family
capacity for adaptation, self-management, self-advocacy, and learning.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Emergency Services:

• Provides first aid for injuries and acute illness.
• Initiates prompt referral to the appropriate medical facility when more extensive treatment is warranted.
• Administers properly prescribed emergency medication (e.g., Benadryl, epinephrine, glucagon, or insulin).
• Health Program.
• Monitors student immunization compliance, notifies parents of discrepancies, and coordinates with the Principal any actions necessary to comply with stat...