For more information call 683-2780. School Nursing Services provide and conduct multiple screenings of children throughout the year to detect handicapping or potentially handicapping conditions. Counseling, referral follow-ups are provided for pupils, parents and school personnel when indicated to improve the health and educational process. Individual nursing care plans are developed for children with chronic disease and the fragile child. Nurses conduct formal and informal health classes and participate in any special projects conducted in the schools.
Nurses serve on interdisciplinary placement committees.
Population based services such as immunizations, communicable disease prevention and injury prevention are emphasized. For more information call or 683-2780. The Maternal and Infant Care Coordinators are registered nurses or social workers working with the physician's plan of care. Child care Referrals to other programs The Norfolk Department of Public Health is a provider in the Baby Care Program. For more information call 683-9244.