School Nurse Skills Checklist

Please rate your experience / frequency within the last year

0 = Below Standard – Not meeting indicators of performance.
1 = Developing – Meeting some indicators of performance within the standards and at times with the support of others, such as nursing supervisors and other school nurses.
2 = Proficient – Meeting indicators of performance.
3 = Exemplary – Substantially exceeding indicators of performance and offers multiple examples of evidence.

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AGE OF PATIENTS CARED FOR

Newborn/ Neonate (birth to 30 days)(Required)
Infant (1 month to 1 year)(Required)
Toddler (1 year to 3 years)(Required)
Preschooler (3 years to 5 years)(Required)
School Age Child (5 years to 12 years)(Required)
Adolescents (12 years to 18 years)(Required)
Young Adults (18 years to 39 years)(Required)
Middle Adults (39 years to 64 years)(Required)
Older Adults (64 years to 79 years)(Required)
Elderly Adults (over 79+ years)(Required)

Skills

Administer basic first aid for common injuries(Required)
Recognize and manage symptoms of common childhood illnesses(Required)
Assess and provide care for asthma attacks or allergic reactions(Required)
Administer medications according to physician's orders and school policies(Required)
Manage students with chronic health conditions like diabetes or epilepsy(Required)
Respond to medical emergencies and provide life-saving interventions(Required)
Perform basic wound care and bandaging techniques effectively(Required)
Utilize CPR and AED for cardiopulmonary resuscitation if needed(Required)
Manage students with acute illnesses or injuries during school hours(Required)
Assess and manage students with mental health crises or emotional distress(Required)
Assess and manage students with suspected concussions or head injuries(Required)
Provide support and care for students with special needs or disabilities(Required)
Maintain and organize medical supplies and equipment(Required)
Communicate effectively with parents, teachers, and healthcare providers(Required)
Document medical assessments, interventions, and communications accurately(Required)
Conduct health education sessions for students(Required)
Oversee the administration of medication to students during school hours(Required)
Manage students with chronic health conditions during extracurricular activities or field trips(Required)
Provide guidance and support to school staff on health-related issues and emergency procedures(Required)
Conduct health screenings and assessments to identify students in need of medical attention(Required)
Ensure adequate resources for medical care with school administration(Required)
Provide training and education to school staff on recognizing and responding to medical emergencies(Required)
Develop and maintain emergency response plans for various medical situations(Required)
Coordinate with external healthcare providers to ensure continuity of care for students(Required)
Advocate for students' medical needs within the school community and with external stakeholders(Required)
Participate in interdisciplinary meetings to discuss student health concerns and interventions(Required)
Collaborate with school counselors and mental health professionals regarding students' psychosocial needs(Required)
Implement strategies for managing students' medications safely and in compliance with policies(Required)
Maintain confidentiality and privacy of students' medical information(Required)