Role of the School Nurse in Providing School Health Services

The school nurse has a crucial role in the seamless provision of comprehensive health services to children and youth.

School nurses are very important for helping students stay healthy in their bodies, minds, and feelings while at school. Even though school nurses have been around for a long time, not all schools or states have the same rules about what school nurses do. When healthcare providers understand how school nurses help students and work together with them, they can better support school nurses. This teamwork helps keep children and teens safe, healthy, and ready to learn.