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State regulations for school nursing practice.

Susan Praeger¹, Barbara Zimmerman

¹College of Nursing and Health, Wright State University, Ohio, USA.

The Journal of School Nursing : the Official Publication of the National Association of School Nurses

|November 26, 2009

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School nursing regulations vary by state, with most requiring specific credentials. Requirements for school nurses range from licensed practical nurses to bachelor

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Area of Science:

Nursing Practice
Healthcare Policy
Educational Administration

Background:

School nursing is vital for student health and academic success.
Understanding regulatory frameworks is crucial for effective school nurse practice.
Variations in state regulations can impact nurse qualifications and scope of practice.

Purpose of the Study:

To provide a comprehensive state-by-state overview of school nursing regulations in the U.S.
To identify commonalities and differences in credentialing, titling, and practice mandates.
To analyze trends in school nurse regulation and authorization.

Main Methods:

Systematic review of official government and agency websites across all U.S. states.
Data extraction on service providers, entry criteria, titling protection, mandates, and continuing education.
Analysis of regulatory information to identify trends and patterns.

Main Results:

The majority of states credential school nurses, with Departments of Education as the primary authorizing bodies.
Nearly half of states (45%) explicitly mention the role of licensed practical nurses in schools.
Requirements for school nurse practice vary widely, from licensed practical nurse to registered nurse with advanced degrees and experience.

Conclusions:

Significant variation exists in state-level regulations governing school nursing practice.
Clearer national standards could enhance consistency and quality of school nursing services.
Further research is needed to address data collection limitations and explore implications for practice, education, and leadership.