School Nurse

Mrs. King

 

Major Responsibilities of the School Nurse

  • Maintain the health room to provide emergency care for the ill and injured school population

  • Provides for the prevention, identification, assessment, and management of health problems in the school setting

  • Assists students with special health care needs

  • Maintains the required health records

  • Coordinates all activities related to pupil medication

  • Implements health screening programs as mandated by the State of Maryland: vision, hearing, and scoliosis

  • Provide for the prevention and control of communicable diseases within the school setting

  • Monitors compliance of current Maryland immunization laws

  • Acts as a resource to teachers, parents, and students in health education and safety issues

  • Participates in pupil services team conferences

  • Assist in the promotion and maintenance of desirable student attendance practices

  • Continue professional and personal growth by attending conferences, workshops, and in-service/graduate courses

  • Maintain and enhance a safe school environment