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Jackson County School
Health Program
The importance of an optimal health status including both the
physical and emotional health condition is paramount for success in
the educational process. Today, in our schools, we encounter many
diverse and complex medical, psychological and social conditions
that affect the student and school staff’s ability to succeed in the
educational process.
School Health Personnel and Supervision
In Jackson County,
school health services
are delivered through a nurse-based model supplemented with on-site
Health Support Aides trained in basic cardiopulmonary resuscitation
(CPR) and first aide, medication administration, and provision of
limited health related services. State Statute 232.46 and 232.465
allow non-medical school personnel, who have received appropriate
training from a registered nurse, to assist students in the
administration of a prescription medication and to perform limited
health-related medical procedures. All professional personnel in the
Jackson County School Health program are employed by the Jackson
County Health Department. The nurses receive direct supervision from
both the school principal and the School Health Program Manager,
Assistant Director of Nursing. Decisions regarding medical protocols
in
the delivering of school health services are the responsibility of
the physician of the JCHD. The protocols and/or standing orders may
be developed in conjunction with the JCSB, the JCHD, and the
student’s private physician.
Jackson County School Health Team
The Jackson County School Health Team consists of a Program Manager,
Secretary, School Health Nurses and Health Support Aides. A
Registered Nurse will make weekly visits to each school in the
county. A LPN or Health Support Aide is stationed in the school
health room and is on campus during school hours.
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Organizational Chart
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HOW YOU AS A PARENT MAY HELP US
l Schools are required to obtain
updated Health and Emergency Information on students each year.
Please return the Health Information and Emergency Card to your
child’s school as soon as possible. Let your child’s teacher know
about any special health problems your child may have.
l Jackson County Schools require
written parental permission for your child to receive prescribed
medication during school hours. Permission forms are available at
your child’s school. Only medications prescribed by a doctor will be
given. Medications must be brought to school by parent/guardian.
l Florida Law requires that written
parental permission be obtained prior to student receiving
immunizations, fluoride mouth rinse, or any invasive procedure.
l Do not send your child to school if
fever or vomiting is present, or if you suspect a contagious
disease.
l If the school nurse refers your
child to the doctor, please send a note to the School Health Room or
office stating the doctor’s findings and treatment to be followed.
Feel free to request health services either through the school or by
calling the Jackson County Health Department at 526-2412.
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For phone numbers and a list of schools go to
Jackson County School Board
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Contact
Contact the DOH School Health Program Office for information,
concerns, or questions.
School Health Services Program
Services provided to students in Pre-K through 12th grade.
Public School Volunteer Health Care Practitioner Program
The Public School Volunteer Health Care Practitioner Act
(s. 381.00593, F.S.) was enacted on May 3, 2002. The
intent of this program is to encourage health care
practitioners to volunteer their services in Florida's
public schools.
Legislative Authority
Florida Statutes and Florida Administrative Codes for the
School Health Program.
Reports
School Health Program Reports.
Internet Links
Sources of information regarding school health programs
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