Module:

School Nurses: Roles and Responsibilities in the School Setting

Wrap Up

As a new school nurse, Mr. Logan set out to obtain more information about his role—including how to meet the healthcare needs of students who have Section 504 plans and IEPs. In order to serve all of his students, Mr. Logan:

		Promotes health education for all students
		Provides a variety of healthcare services based on his students' needs
		Participates in meetings to develop Section 504 plans and IEPs
		Provides services based on decisions made during these meetings
		Knows how to access evidence-based information about disabilities and about related healthcare needs
		Advocates for his students and educates others about his roles in order to promote communication and awareness among his colleagues
		Collaborates with families, school personnel, and community professionals

Christy Brookshire, RN Sonoraville High School Calhoun, Georgia

Listen as Christy Brookshire gives some final thoughts about being a school nurse. (Time: 1:36) View Transcript

Think back to your initial responses to the following questions: What are Mr. Logan's roles and responsibilities, and what types of services should he provide in a school setting? What additional information would be important for Mr. Logan to know as a school nurse? After working through the resources in this module, do you agree with your Initial Thoughts? If not, what aspects of your answers would you change?

To educate teachers and others about the roles of school nurses, visit the IRIS Module Working With Your School Nurse: What General Education Teachers Should Do to Promote Educational Success for Students with Health Needs.