New school nurse working with special ed. students

[erinGB]

Hi everyone,

I am extremely new to the School Nurse world. I am currently working at an Intermediate School District with a population of about 90-100 students (some come and go). The students here all either cognitively or emotionally impaired. From what I have seen, most nurses have busy days with 50+ students coming in and out of the office. Some days I only get one student and they are what you call a frequent flyer.

When I came into this job I did not receive a job descriptions of my expected tasks/duties, but I also didn't even receive an orientation! It has been tough trying to figure out what to do on a daily basis.

Does anyone have any suggestions or a list of your day to day job duties?

thanks!

[griffabilly]

I find that I am so busy with the amount of students that frequent my office that I barely have time to do daily tasks. I also have such a high mobility rate that I am constantly following up on student records to ensure everyone is in compliance. Since every school is different it is hard to say what you daily tasks should be. If all students records are current, ensure all of your state requirements are met. Check to ensure care plans are being followed and see if any changes need to be made. Now is a great time to prepare for next school year. Medication forms need to be reissued each school year, any students needing new physicals or health requirements, etc... Good Luck to you!

[schooldistrictnurse]

I don't know how you can function without a job description. You must report to someone, can you ask for one or ask for some assist in drafting one?

[AussiePupOwner]

The first thing I would do is make sure your "critical" kiddos have health plans and meds (inhalers, Diastat, Epipens, etc). Then, start making sure everyone has been screened and their immunizations are complaint. My school district is very strict on screening and immunization compliance. Make sure there's an AED in good working order and and an emergency bag easily accessible to you. Come up with a good emergency protocol and meet with staff to go over it. Hope this helps some. Good luck!