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Massachusetts School Nurse Organization:"We are delighted to have you browse our site and hope to keep you informed of the many current events which influence today's practice of school nursing. Our organization's mission is to promote and advance quality school health services throughout the Commonwealth and promote the rights, interests and professional growth of our members. We hope that you will bookmark our site and continue to watch our evolving growth."
MSNO
P.O. Box 1287
Marblehead, MA. 01945-5287
http://www.msno.org

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North Idaho School Nursing Services Cooperative:"The North Idaho School Nursing Services Cooperative is dedicated to improving the health of our school-age children so that they are ready to learn and make the most of their education. The thirteen public school districts, five public hospital districts, local community college, and public health district of North Idaho are working together to help remove the barriers to education due to poor health and nutrition."
Mary Hendrickson
North Idaho Rural Health Consortium
P.O. Box 1448
Sand Point, ID 83864
Phone: 208-263-1441
http://www.raconline.org/success/success_details.php?success_id=72

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Oregon School Nurse Association:"A source of information for school nurses in the state of Oregon. Purpose of the organization: To promote effective school nursing services and improve the health status of children and youth, thereby promoting the educational process To provide a medium through which nurses engaged in school nursing practice can exchange ideas; seek solutions to common problems; and stimulate their professional growth and unity To provide communication and coordination between school nurses and other organizations and agencies concerned with health issues and education."
superchn@comcast.net
http://www.orschoolrn.org/

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National Association of State School Nurse Consultants:"The mission of the National Association of State School Nurse Consultants is to promote the health and learning of the nation's children and youth by providing national leadership and advocacy, impacting public policy, collaborating, and proactively influencing school health programs and school nursing practice."
NASSNC, PO Box 708, Kent, Ohio 44240-0708
http://www.nassnc.org/

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Medication Administration:

Maine: Administration Of Medication In The School Setting:"This rule establishes the requirements for the safe administration of medication in each school administrative unit and approved private schools. This rule requires that all unlicensed school personnel who administer medications in a school setting receive training by the Department of Education or by a certified school nurse using curriculum approved by the Department."
http://www.maine.gov/education/edletrs/2005/ilet/05ilet029.htm

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School Health:

American School Health Association:"The American School Health Association unites the many professionals working in schools who are committed to safeguarding the health of school-aged children. The Association, a multidisciplinary organization of administrators, counselors, dentists, health educators, physical educators, school nurses and school physicians, advocates high-quality school health instruction, health services and a healthful school environment."
7263 State Route 43 P.O. Box 708 Kent, Ohio 44240
Phone 330/678-1601 Fax 330/678-4526, E-mail asha@ashaweb.org
http://www.ashaweb.org

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School Health Resources for Pediatricians, American Academy of Pediatrics:"The information on this site is intended for pediatricians and other health professionals working in or with schools. Although you may find some articles on this site interesting and useful, you may also wish to visit the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) Web site or the new consumer site, Medem, for more information."
National Headquarters: The American Academy of Pediatrics
141 Northwest Point Boulevard Elk Grove Village, IL 60007-1098 USA
847/434-4000 847/434-8000 (Fax)
http://www.schoolhealth.org/

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Wednesday, November 10, 2004: School nurse office a 'safe haven' for students:"Franklin High School nurse Virginia Sundberg carefully examines a splint she placed on a student's thumb a few hours earlier. "I splinted it, but it's not responding to first aid treatment," said Sundberg. "He hurt it playing football two days ago. He needs X-rays and I told him he needs to go see the doctor. Sometimes the students think the pain will just go away, but he can't move it. It's good for us to give these kids a push for treatment when they need it." The life of a school nurse these days can be very hectic. According to the National Association of School Nurses, there should be one school nurse per 750 students that do not have health problems. Sundberg, with the help of a part-time health aide, is faced every day with about 1,500 students at Franklin High School."
http://www.milforddailynews.com/localRegional/view.bg?articleid=59535

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AAP Outlines Crucial Role Of School Nurses In A Comprehensive School Health Program, American Academy of Pediatrics:"School nurses often serve in a crucial pediatric health leadership role, bringing together a variety of services to students and families, according to a revised policy from the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP). Typically, the school nurse collaborates with primary care physicians, specialists, and local public health and social service agencies to ensure a full spectrum of effective and quality services for students and their families. School nurses are especially critical in assisting children with special health needs, including children with chronic illnesses and disabilities. School nurses can ensure student access to primary health care, monitor immunization, and provide health education and counseling."
National Headquarters: The American Academy of Pediatrics
141 Northwest Point Boulevard Elk Grove Village, IL 60007-1098 USA
847/434-4000 847/434-8000 (Fax)
http://www.aap.org/advocacy/archives/novnurses.htm

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