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School Health Services Handbook

View the Fox Chapel Area School District School Health Services Handbook

What Does a School Nurse Do?

• Utilizes a distinct clinical knowledge base for decision-making in nursing, guided by state mandates  
   
• Uses a systematic approach to problem-solving in nursing practice
   
• Contributes to the education of the student with special health needs by assessing the student, planning and providing appropriate nursing care, and evaluating the identified outcomes of care
   
• Uses effective written, verbal, and nonverbal communication skills
   
• Establishes and maintains a comprehensive school health program
   
• Collaborates with other school professionals, parents, and caregivers to meet the health, developmental, and educational needs of the students
   
• Collaborates with members of the community in the delivery of health and social services, and utilizes knowledge of community health systems and resources to function as a school-community liaison
   
• Assists students, families, and the school community to achieve optimal levels of wellness through appropriately designed and delivered health education
   
• Contributes to nursing and school health through innovations in practice and participation in research or research-related activities
   
• Identifies, delineates, and clarifies the nursing role, promotes quality of care, pursues continued professional enhancement, and demonstrates professional conduct