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The aim of the school nurse is maintain and promote the health of the children.
We like to see:
How can the school nurse help the children to be as healthy as possible? |
When you child starts school………
Janet will assess him/her as soon as possible to establish their health needs while in school.
This will involve:
o Completing a health assessment with a parent/carer.
o Liaising with other professionals involved in the care of your child.
o Advising education and other professionals regarding the individual needs your child may have. |
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Some of the things the
school nurse
does to help children to be healthy:
Health checks
Height and weight
Continence advice
Health Promotion advice
Advice about common health problems
Giving Medication
Clinics in school
Medical procedures in school
Healthy eating advice
 
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The School Nurse also:
Is available to all parents to discuss any health related issues
Is available to all children and young people
Liaises with other professionals involved in your child’s care
Advises education staff on individual children’s health needs
Education staff training
Involved in Safeguarding |
