Nurses

Mrs. Joann Ruiz,RN,BSN,CSN  

                    

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

What does a school nurse do?

• A school nurse: Provides direct care to students, helping students manage chronic illnesses and attending to injuries and acute illnesses; 
• Collaborates with the student, the family, and the student’s medical home to develop and implement a plan of care;
• Provides care for students with special health care needs, working with the child study team and the medical home to ensure that appropriate health accommodations are implemented;
• Provides leadership for all aspects of school health by working with administrators to ensure that health-promoting policies and practices are adopted, implemented, and evaluated. Participates on school and district committees that address health and safety;
• Implements screening and referral programs to address student health issues that may impact both health and learning;
• Works closely with the school physician, community healthcare providers, the student and his/her family to ensure that identified health problems are addressed;
• Supports public health initiatives that address infectious disease control, immunization requirements, and sanitation efforts;
• Promotes a safe and healthy physical environment;
• Collaborates with the school and community to promote a safe and positive climate and culture;
• Educates students, staff, families, and the community about health issues; and supports school and community-based programs and services focused on health and wellness.