The child, now in school, had not had follow up checkups. Through Sharon's urging, when the child did see a physician, it was determined that the shunt had been leaking and calcified. Sharon thwarted a potentially life-threatening condition from occurring. These are only a few examples when school nurses have made a difference in the lives of a child. Almost every school nurse could tell their own stories.
School nurses are vital members of the school team.
Their jobs require the skill of hospital nurses, the knowledge of public health nurses, and the understanding of the educational system. They are the links between education and medicine. They work with parents to ensure that the best care is provided for children in the schools. Yes, Gus, there are school nurses in Utah. Utah Nurses Association 3761 S. 700 East, Ste.