The Role of a School Nurse
Case Manager role - ans- Help coordinate the health care for children with complex
health problems
- This may include the child who is disabled or chronically ill and who may be seen by a
certain healthcare providers during the day
- The nurse sets up the schedule for the child's visits so that those appointments do not
unnecessarily impact the child's academic day
- Refer therapies
Community outreach - ans- Being involved in community health fairs or festivals
- Influenza immunizations, blood pressure screenings,
- They can initiate a liaison, coordinating with local health charities to provide education
to the schools
Components of a Coordinated School Health Program - ans- Health education
- Physical education
- Health services
- Nutrition services
- Cousiling and psychological social services
- Healthy school environment
- Health promotion for staff
- Family/community involvement
Consultant role - ans- Provides professional information about proposed changes in the
school environment and their impact on the health of the children.
- Can recommend changes in school policy or engage in school organization to make
school a healthier place.
- The population consists of children, families, staff, and the surrounding community.
Controversies in School Nursing - ans- Sex education
- Reproductive services
- Screening for sexually transmitted infections (STIs)
Counselor role - ans- Be a person whom children trust to tell important secrets about
their health.
- Need to be trustworthy.
- Remember confidentiality but if its something dangerous then authorities and parents
need to be notified.
- Also help with grief counseling
Direct caregiver role - ans- Giving immediate nursing care.
