Healthy Children Learn Better
School nurses strive to support student learning. The nurse accomplishes this by implementing strategies that promote student health and safety.
The nurse is available at the request of students throughout the course of the school day. Teachers also take an active role in ensuring the health and well-being of students by referring students to the nurse if there is a suspected health issue. The nurse provides health screenings as dictated by the NJDOE. The nurse also provides detailed trainings for staff members regarding universal precautions and timely health initiatives and/or advisories. Teachers also may request the nurse visit classrooms to discuss matters related to general health and well-being as appropriate.