The Hudson I.S.D nursing staff believes that the ability for students to learn is directly related to the status of their health. Students with unmet health needs will have a difficult time engaging in the educational process. Hudson I.S.D. understands this and provides a licensed health professional on every campus with the goal of promoting optimum health for all students and staff.
School Nurse Roles and Repsonibilies:
Maintain health records of all students – this includes:
Immunizations - maintain and document student vaccination histroy and compliance
Physical exams - recommended by the district and state (i.e. vision, hearing screening scoliosis screenings.
Health history – this includes medical diagnoses, surgeries, current medications (given at home as well as school), allergies (seasonal, drug, food, life threatening), and any other pertinent health information about your child
Assess and treat illness or injury – Whether it’s a scraped knee, tummy ache, fever, or more serious issue such as allergic reaction, broken bone or concussion - I am the first responder to any medical need.
Monitor & treat chronic health conditions – such as asthma (a nebulizer is available), diabetes, seizure disorders, severe allergies, etc.
Administer medication – The district policy allows medication to be given at school if parent authorization AND physician authorization forms are completed. This applies to prescription AND over-the-counter medication. These forms are available in my office. ALL MEDICATIONS MUST BE BRAUGHT IN BY PARENT THIS INCLUDE OVER THE COUNTER MEDICAITONS AND PRESCRIPTON.
Monitor illness “outbreaks” – If several students are diagnosed with a communicable illness (such as strep throat, flu), I will send notes home to heighten your awareness of symptoms. Don’t forget to call me if your child is diagnosed with a communicable illness!
Hearing and vision screenings – Students hearing and vison are screened routinely. However, screenings can be performed at any time for any student if a parent or teacher expresses concern.
“Emotional band-aids” – Sometimes a child is sad, homesick, or overwhelmed in class and just needs some TLC! A little one-on-one attention with a patient, and a willing ear are often all it takes to help a child rejoin the classroom. I work closely with the counselors and teachers to ensure your child is happy and safe at school! ☺