There are some benefits to working as a school nurse. If you have, or plan to have children, working in an elementary school within their district will enable you to have the same hours and days as the kids. That can save on daycare cost or worrying about the kids making it home safely. Jobs of School Nurses In most cases the job of a school nurse is to be available when needed. A school nurse will see and treat conditions such as colds, flu, stomach viruses, cuts, sprains, and bruises. School nurses may also monitor children with conditions such as diabetes or seizures. On occasion rare conditions may exist with a student, in which case the nurse will monitor that as well. School nurses also secure, and administer medication as needed among students; more students now take medications than ever before. Nurses working within the school system may make the determination of a student's condition, and offer recommendations bas...
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