State Certification for School Nurses

2002 ◽  
Vol 18 (2) ◽  
pp. 102-116 ◽  
Author(s):  
Carol C. Costante
Keyword(s):  
Teacher Certification ◽  
School Nurse ◽  
School Nurses ◽  
Professional Certification ◽  
State Certification ◽  
Departments Of Education ◽  
Employment Standards ◽  
Competency Based ◽  
State Departments Of Education

State-specific credentialing of school nurses is generally equivalent to state teacher certification and is regulated by state departments of education. This certification establishes statewide employment standards for school nurses, as opposed to competency-based professional certification. Although more than half of all states currently have some type of credentialing for school nurses, it takes many different forms. The advantages of certification are pronounced but are surpassed by the barriers to its establishment. Considerations in establishing certification are presented along with analysis of the various forms of certification that exist in states that have school nurse certification.

The Association of School Nurse Workload With Student Health and Academic Outcomes: A Cross-Sectional Study

2021 ◽  
pp. 105984052110129
Author(s):  
Krista Schroeder ◽  
Ally Young ◽  
Gail Adman ◽  
Ann Marie Ashmeade ◽  
Estherlyn Bonas ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Academic Outcomes ◽  
Student Outcomes ◽  
School Nurse ◽  
School Nurses ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Student Health ◽  
Office Visits ◽  
School Students ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Nurse Workload

This study assessed associations between school nurse workload and student health and academic outcomes. We hypothesized that lower school nurse workload would be associated with better student outcomes, with associations being greater for members of groups who experience health disparities. Our methods entailed secondary analysis of data for New York City school students in kindergarten through 12th grade during 2015–2016 ( N = 1,080,923), using multilevel multivariate regression as the analytic approach. Results demonstrated lower school nurse workload was associated with better outcomes for student participation in asthma education but not chronic absenteeism, early dismissals, health office visits, immunization compliance, academic achievement, or overweight/obesity. Our findings suggest school nurses may influence proximal outcomes, such as participation in disease-related education, more easily than downstream outcomes, such as absenteeism or obesity. While contrary to our hypotheses, results align with the fact that school nurses deliver community-based, population health–focused care that is inherently complex, multilevel, and directly impacted by social determinants of health. Future research should explore school nurses’ perspectives on what factors influence their workload and how they can best impact student outcomes.

scholarly journals Measuring the effectiveness of catch-up MMR delivered by school nurses compared to signposting to general practice on improving MMR coverage

2020 ◽  
Vol 42 (2) ◽  
pp. 416-422 ◽  
Author(s):  
F Altinoluk-Davis ◽  
S Gray ◽  
I Bray
Keyword(s):  
General Practice ◽  
School Nurse ◽  
School Nurses ◽  
Sample Population ◽  
School Year ◽  
South Central ◽  
Chi Squared ◽  
Immunization Services ◽  
Catch Up ◽  
The Difference

Abstract Background This study assesses whether increased coverage of the measles, mumps and rubella (MMR) vaccination differs between areas where school nurses deliver catch-up MMR doses to adolescents in school settings, compared to signposting to general practice. Methods A retrospective cohort study was conducted using Child Health Information Services records within the NHS England South (South Central) commissioning boundary. The sample population included children born 1 September 2000–31 August 2001, in school year 9 during the 2014–15 academic year. Results The primary outcome findings show an increase in coverage of at least one dose of MMR by 1.6% (n = 334) in the cohort receiving catch-up MMR, compared to 0.2% (n = 12) in the cohort signposted to general practice. Over time, the difference in increase between the two cohorts was 1.4%, analysed using the chi-squared comparison of proportions test, providing strong evidence (P < 0.0001) that school nurse delivery of catch-up MMR is effective at increasing coverage. The findings also suggest that school nurse delivery of catch-up MMR may benefit Black, Asian and minority ethnic children and those from more deprived backgrounds. Conclusions It is recommended that commissioners of school-aged immunization services incorporate the delivery of catch-up MMR doses in their contracts with school nurses.

scholarly journals School Nurse Perspectives on COVID-19

2021 ◽  
pp. 105984052199205
Author(s):  
Alicia M. Hoke ◽  
Chelsea M. Keller ◽  
William A. Calo ◽  
Deepa L. Sekhar ◽  
Erik B. Lehman ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Health Communication ◽  
School Nurse ◽  
School Nurses ◽  
Vital Role ◽  
School Building ◽  
Regression Analyses ◽  
Pandemic Preparedness ◽  
Communication Practices ◽  
Returning To School ◽  
The Impact

Pennsylvania responded to the COVID-19 pandemic by closing schools and moving to online instruction in March 2020. We surveyed Pennsylvania school nurses ( N = 350) in May 2020 to assess the impact of COVID-19 on nurses’ concerns about returning to school and impact on practice. Data were analyzed using χ2 tests and regression analyses. Urban school nurses were more concerned about returning to the school building without a COVID-19 vaccine than rural nurses ( OR = 1.58, 95% CI [1.05, 2.38]). Nurses in urban locales were more likely to report being asked for guidance on COVID-19 ( OR = 1.69, 95% CI [1.06, 2.68]), modify communication practices ( OR = 2.33, 95% CI [1.42, 3.82]), and be “very/extremely concerned” about their safety ( OR = 2.16, 95% CI [1.35, 3.44]). Locale and student density are important factors to consider when resuming in-person instruction; however, schools should recognize school nurses for their vital role in health communication to assist in pandemic preparedness and response.

The Role of the School Nurse in Creating a Vape-Free School

2020 ◽  
Vol 35 (3) ◽  
pp. 166-172
Author(s):  
Lisa Frey Blume ◽  
Shannon Lines
Keyword(s):  
Population Health ◽  
Student Support ◽  
School Nurse ◽  
School Nurses ◽  
Marketing Strategies ◽  
Health Issue ◽  
Accurate Information ◽  
Cigarette Use ◽  
Nicotine Content

Electronic, or “e”-cigarette use has been adopted by an alarming number of teens in recent years. E-cigarettes are neither legal for youth nor considered safe for use by youth. E-cigarette companies have targeted youth in their marketing strategies and developed appealing flavors with high nicotine content to ensure dependence on their products. Schools lack adequate resources and capacity to address e-cigarette use, relying mostly on punitive sanctions for what is essentially a health issue. School nurses can help their districts and schools by navigating appropriate consequences for vaping, providing accurate information and education, providing cessation resources, advocating for student support, and informing stakeholders on population health strategies to prevent initiation and reduce youth e-cigarette use.

The School Nurse Role in Asthma Management: Can the Action Plan Help?

2005 ◽  
Vol 21 (1) ◽  
pp. 23-30 ◽  
Author(s):  
Anne Borgmeyer ◽  
Patricia Jamerson ◽  
Patricia Gyr ◽  
Nina Westhus ◽  
Emily Glynn
Keyword(s):  
Action Plan ◽  
Asthma Management ◽  
School Nurse ◽  
School Nurses ◽  
Direct Care ◽  
Continued Education ◽  
Nurse Role ◽  
Chronic Disorder ◽  
Asthma Action Plans ◽  
Valuable Role

Asthma is the most common chronic disorder in American schoolchildren, and school nurses play a valuable role in its management. A study was conducted in which school nurses were asked to describe their role in caring for students with asthma and their use of Asthma Action Plans (AAPs). The nurses indicated that they frequently provided direct care and education. They were comfortable with providing care to students with asthma and familiar with AAPs. Having an AAP increased their confidence in managing students with asthma. This emphasizes the need for continued education regarding the AAP and the development of policies that direct care and encourage use of an AAP at school.

Tooth Avulsion in the School Setting

2005 ◽  
Vol 21 (5) ◽  
pp. 279-282 ◽  
Author(s):  
Cheryl A. Krause-Parello
Keyword(s):  
Periodontal Ligament ◽  
School Setting ◽  
School Personnel ◽  
School Nurse ◽  
School Nurses ◽  
After School ◽  
Tooth Avulsion ◽  
Dental Emergency ◽  
Dental Injuries

Tooth avulsions occur when a tooth is displaced from its socket. Tooth avulsions are common dental injuries that may occur before, during, or after school. Therefore, it is essential that school nurses be well prepared to intervene when such a dental emergency arises. It is also imperative that school nurses and school personnel are fully equipped to manage a tooth avulsion. Time is of the essence when attempting to save an avulsed tooth. The goal is to successfully reinsert the avulsed tooth and to preserve the periodontal ligament. The school nurse is responsible for implementing the appropriate actions needed to save the avulsed tooth.

The American Academy of Pediatrics POLICY STATEMENT

2003 ◽  
Vol 19 (3) ◽  
pp. 127-129 ◽  
Keyword(s):  
Health Services ◽  
School Health ◽  
School Nurse ◽  
Professional Preparation ◽  
School Nurses ◽  
Policy Statement ◽  
School Health Services ◽  
Care Needs ◽  
Special Health Care ◽  
Special Health

The school nurse has a crucial role in the provision of school health services. This statement describes the school nurse as a member of the school health services team and its relation to children with special health care needs. Recommendations for the professional preparation and education of school nurses also are provided.

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