Health Services
The objective of our district nursing staff is to support student learning by functioning as health care providers and care managers in the school setting.
Our school nurses:
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Promote ideal health practices for students, staff, and the school community.
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Serve as consultants for the health concerns of students, families, and staff.
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Provide health interventions, education, and referrals to address actual or potential health problems.
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Implement health care practices consistent with the National School Nurse Association and OK State Department of Health Standards of Care.
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Serve as a link between health care providers, families, staff, and community agencies to support student and family health.
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Promote and assist in the control of communicable diseases through immunization programs, early intervention, surveillance, and follow-up of contagious diseases.