School Nurse's Role

The primary role of the School Nurse is to support student learning. The nurse accomplishes this by implementing strategies that promote student and staff health and safety.

Health Services- serves as the coordinator of the health services program and provides nursing care
Health Education- provides health education to students, staff, and parents
Healthy Environment- identifies health and safety concerns in the school environment and promotes a nurturing school environment
Nutritional Services- supports the healthy food services programs
Physical Education/Activity- promotes healthy physical education, sports policies and practices
Counseling/Mental Health- provides health counseling, assesses mental health needs, provides interventions and refers students to appropriate school staff or community agencies
Parent/Community Involvement- Promotes community involvement in assuring a healthy school, serves as school liaison to health care providers
Staff Wellness- provides health education and counseling, promotes healthy activities and environment for school staff