* Collects information about the health and development status of students in a systematic and continuous manner.
Evaluate students’ complaints of illness and make decisions about utilizing the nursing process.
* Administers first aid to students and staff.
* Monitors compliance with immunization requirements.
* Understand state laws, regulations and rules requiring schools to collect immunization history.
* Notifies parents when students need to acquire additional vaccinations.
* Reports immunization data to local and state levels as appropriate
Serves as a resource to families regarding community services available for immunizations.
* Makes referrals to health agencies when appropriate.
* Assists in school health screening programs (vision, hearing, etc.) in accordance with state and district requirements and recommendations.
* Maintains student health records, including immunization records and accident reports.
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