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1Associate Professor of Nursing, Southern Connecticut State University, New Haven, CT.
Innovative school nursing strategies are needed due to nurse shortages and expanded roles. Partnering with local nursing schools to host student nurses offers a viable solution to meet youth healthcare needs.
Area of Science:
- Pediatric Health
- Nursing Education
- Public Health
Background:
- School nurse shortages and expanded roles create challenges in meeting youth healthcare needs.
- Current staffing models struggle to address the increasing demand for health services in schools.
- Innovative solutions are required to support school nursing practice and student well-being.
Purpose of the Study:
- To explore the benefits of partnerships between school nurses and local nursing schools.
- To identify practical strategies for establishing and managing student nurse programs in schools.
- To advocate for collaborative models that enhance school health services.
Main Methods:
- This article reviews existing literature and presents a conceptual framework for school-nursing partnerships.
- It outlines key considerations for developing successful clinical placements for student nurses.
- Best practices for mentorship and supervision are discussed.
Main Results:
- Hosting student nurses can provide valuable support to school nursing staff.
- Partnerships offer a pipeline for future school nurses and enhance nursing education.
- Benefits include increased health coverage for students and professional development for nurses.
Conclusions:
- Collaborations between schools and nursing programs are mutually beneficial.
- These partnerships can alleviate staffing pressures and improve the quality of school health services.
- Implementing these strategies can strengthen the school nursing workforce.
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