What We Do
"School Nursing is a specialized practice of professional nursing that advances the well being, academic success, and life-long achievement of students."
The American Academy of Pediatrics Council on School Health
Your Child's Well-being Is Our First Priority.
The Kinry Road Health Office:
- Is open daily
- Is staffed by a full time Registered Nurse.
- Provides first aid only for injuries sustained at school.
- Provides rest for ill or injured students until they can return to class or are picked up by a parent or designated adult.
- Completes health screenings yearly, such as hearing, vision, and scoliosis.
- Notifies parents or guardians of any abnormal findings which may need further medical evaluation.
- Administers medications to students when necessary, only after the medication guidelines are followed as directed.
- Maintains CONFIDENTIAL health records for each student.
- Consults with parents regarding health and well-being on a routine basis.
- Schedules and assists the School Physician with physicals as needed.