Resources

American Academy of Pediatrics Committee on School Health. (2001). The role of the school nurse in providing school health services [Electronic version]. Pediatrics, 108(5), 1231–1232.

Brener, N. D., Burstein, G. R., DuShaw, M. L., Vernon, M. E., Wheeler, L., & Robinson, J. (2001). Health services: Results from the School Health Policies and Programs Study 2000. Journal of School Health, 71(7), 294–304.

Brown, D. M. (2004). Today’s school nurse: More than just a person who bandages knees. Education World [Online]. Retrieved August 25, 2005, from http://www.educationworld.com/a_admin/admin/admin146.shtml

Heller, K. W., Fredrick, L. D., Best, S., Dykes, M. K., & Cohen, E. T. (2000). Specialized health care procedures in the schools: Training and service delivery. Exceptional Children, 66(2), 173–186.

Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEIA) Data [Online]. (2005). Part B Data: Child Count 2003: Table AA12: Percentage of Population (Age 6–17) Served, by Disability and State. Retrieved from http://www.ideadata.org/arc_toc5.asp#partbCC

National Association of School Nurses. (2001a). School health nursing services role in health care: Impact of Cedar Rapids Community School District vs. Garret F. on school nursing services. Retrieved April 18, 2003, from http://www.nasn.org/Default.aspx?tabid=267

National Association of School Nurses. (2001b). School health nursing services role in health care: Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. Retrieved April 18, 2003, from http://www.nasn.org/Default.aspx?tabid=280

National Association of School Nurses. (2002a). Case management of children with special health care needs. Retrieved April 18, 2003, from http://www.nasn.org/Default.aspx?tabid=226

National Association of School Nurses. (2002b). School health nursing services role in health care: Role of the school nurse. Retrieved August 29, 2005 from http://www.nasn.org/Default.aspx?tabid=279

National Association of School Nurses. (2002c). School health nursing services role in health care: School nurses and the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act. Retrieved April 18, 2003, from http://www.nasn.org/Default.aspx?tabid=274

National Association of School Nurses. (2002d). Using assistive personnel in school health services programs. Retrieved April 18, 2003, from http://www.nasn.org/Default.aspx?tabid=201

National Association of School Nurses. (2003). Individualized health care plans. Retrieved August 25, 2005, from http://www.nasn.org/Default.aspx?tabid=226

National Association of School Nurses. (2004a). Privacy standards for student health records. Retrieved April 18, 2003, from http://www.nasn.org/Default.aspx?tabid=277

National Association of School Nurses. (2004b). Caseload assignments. Retrieved September 15, 2005, from http://www.nasn.org/Default.aspx?tabid=209

National Association of School Nurses. (2004c). Emergency care plans for students with special health care needs. Retrieved April 18, 2003, from http://www.nasn.org/Default.aspx?tabid=220

Newton, J., Adams, R., & Marcontel, M. (1997). The new school health handbook (3rd ed.). Paramus, NJ: Prentice Hall.

Silkworth, C. K., Arnold, M. J., Harrigan, J., & Zaiger, D. (2005). Individualized healthcare plans for the school nurse: Concepts, frameworks, issues and applications or school nursing practice. North Branch, NM: Sunrise River Press.

Vessey, J. A., Jackson, P. L., Rabin, N., & McFadden, E. (1996). School and the child with a chronic condition. In P. L. Jackson & J. A. Vessey (Eds.), Primary care of the child with a chronic condition (pp. 72–85). St. Louis, MO: Mosby Year Book, Inc.

Wright, P., & Wright, P. (2005). Wrightslaw [Online]. Section 504: Civil rights law, protects from discrimination. Retrieved September 6, 2005, from http://www.wrightslaw.com/info/sec504.index.htm

Black, S. (2003). Prescription for learning: School nurses play a key role in student achievement—Or could, if there were enough of them. American School Board Journal, 190(3).

This article begins with a general overview of the role and importance of the school nurse in promoting children’s health and, therefore, their education. It then continues to provide statistics from the National Association of School Nurses on the different student-to-nurse ratios throughout the country. To encourage support for hiring more school nurses, the article also includes a model for a comprehensive school health program (provided by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention) and details on Missouri’s three-tier plan to improve student health services. Researchers cited in the article stated that a 750:1 student-to-nurse ratio is ideal.

Health and Health Care in Schools. (2003, June). The impact of FERPA and HIPAA on privacy protections for health information at school: Questions from readers. Retrieved September 20, 2005, from https://nces.ed.gov/forum/dataqualitycourse/pdf/4_Study_Guide.pdf

This resource offers a brief overview of FERPA and HIPAA, as well as a quiz with a detailed answer key. Topics covered include school nurse records, immunization records, HIPAA transactions, and more.

National Forum on Education Statistics. (n.d.) FERPA/HIPAA Quiz. Retrieved May 3, 2022 from http://findarticles.com/p/articles/mi_m0JSD/is_1_60/ai_95954344

The article discusses reasons and solutions for the growing lack of school nurses. According to the article, budgetary problems, an insufficient number of nurses, and more complex student health concerns are some of the reasons why school leaders are having to use creative means to provide their students with healthcare services. Some of the recommendations include training school leaders to give out medicines, utilizing health assistants who do not have nursing licenses, enticing retired nurses to return to schools part-time, soliciting local medical students to volunteer services, and taking advantage of funding and programs provided by a variety of local health agencies and national health organizations.

Gorman, L., Raines, M., Sultan, D. (2002). Psychosocial nursing for general patient care. Philadelphia: F.A. Davis Company.

Designed as a quick-reference to expedite intervention, this handbook discusses types of psychosocial problems, including those resulting from stresses of illness. The book provides information on specific disorders and conditions, care in various settings, cultural considerations, medication, suggested learning activities, documentation guidelines, and more. Relaxation techniques and complementary and alternative approaches also are explored in the book’s appendices.

Lewis, K., & Bear, B. (2002). Manual of school health. Philadelphia: Elsevier Science.

The book provides information on health issues of children from birth through 21 years in age, and it includes details on different child-care and education programs. Various new topics appear in this second edition, such as adolescent and gender specific issues, 21st century health challenges, and violence. Subject matter from the first edition, such as growth and development; acute conditions; chronic conditions; special education; and emergency, disaster, and first aid also remain as content categories.

Schwab, N., Gelfman, M. (2001). Legal issues in school health services. North Branch, MN: Sunrise River Press.

A resource for school leaders, school attorneys, and school nurses, this book offers five different content sections, which include Foundations (of school health services and related legal history), Practice Issues, Confidentiality and Records, Discrimination and Special Education, and Special Topics. The various authors cover special education topics such as special education practices, resuscitation efforts, identification and placement of special education children, required school nurse credentials, and future challenges for school health programs.

Four Kids Who Look Like Everyone Else. Heron Cove Productions (2003).

The video illustrates how school personnel should be involved in providing healthcare services for four children with different illnesses. The video was created as a presentation by the Washington State Senate Health and Long Term Care Committee.

Safe at School: Planning for Children with Special Needs. Lerner Management Designs, Inc., (1995).

The video was produced by the University of Colorado’s School of Nursing, and it discusses school safety issues specific to children with special needs. The video covers how to plan, implement, and revise service, and it also emphasizes efforts by school personnel to prevent risks and injuries.

American Academy of Pediatrics: School Health https://www.aap.org/en/patient-care/school-health/

This website provides information and links on various health service topics, including managing chronic conditions in schools, such as asthma, diabetes, allergies, or seizures; emergency preparedness; and mental health.

Center for Parent Information & Resources https://www.parentcenterhub.org/resourcelibrary/

This website features an extensive resource library with readings and resources related to children with special needs. The alphabetical list includes a variety of topics such as accommodations, discipline, and parent support; each topic has links and/or resources developed by the Center.

Mental Health America https://www.mhanational.org/

Mental Health America (formerly NMHA), the country’s oldest and largest nonprofit organization addressing all aspects of mental health and mental illness, posts a variety of information online. The website features news; how to find local affiliates and mental health professionals; links to treatment, resources, and support groups; FAQs and answers; and also tips for parents.

National Association of School Nurses https://www.nasn.org/home

The National Association of School Nurses (NASN) states its purpose is to “advance the delivery of professional school health services to promote optimal health and learning in students.” Its website provides issue briefs, position statements, definitions of roles, publications, and various resource links related to school nursing. The association hosts an active online community through its site, and visitors can find updated information on certification, legislations, grants and awards, state affiliate organizations, and discussion lists. A site map is available to help visitors sort through the many topics and categories covered on the site.

School Health Alert [Online] https://www.schoolnurse.com/

The Internet version of the school-health publication School Health Alert, Schoolnurse.com features articles, top research topics, and a variety of links on its home page. Visitors can find information on medical supplies, publications, and e-learning, and they can also explore the site’s library, bookstore, forum, and fun-stuff page, in addition to research. By selecting “School Nurse Associations” on the Links page, visitors can connect to national and state association websites for more information on each state’s nursing requirements.