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WELCOME TO THE SCHOOL NURSE OFFICE
Mrs. Joann Ruiz,RN,BSN,CSNext 2441joanruiz@paps.netWhat 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.