School Nursing

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The premier resource for today’s school nurses, this comprehensive guide is crafted by school nurses for school nurses, who often serve as the sole healthcare provider in educational settings. It addresses the unique challenges of this nursing specialty, with updated competencies at the core of its 20 standards statements. These standards frame the evaluation of practice outcomes and outline expectations from healthcare peers and educational stakeholders. The publication defines school nursing practice and its five tenets, which guide its scope and standards. It details how school nurses create and maintain a health-oriented system of care through professional practices and interprofessional collaboration. It also explores various settings where school nursing occurs, including school-based health centers and wellness centers, emphasizing the need for healthy work and learning environments. School nurses advocate for diverse students, families, and communities while promoting health, safety, and learning. They are guided by nursing's ethical code, a specific code for school nursing, and a culturally congruent, holistic approach to the nursing process. This resource encompasses the full extent of nursing practice across all levels and roles, making it essential for practicing and aspiring school nurses, as well as valuable for allied interprofessional practitioners and stakeholders.