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School nursing: a study of perceptions and visions

J S Felton1, C P Keil

  • 1School of Nursing, University of Alaska Anchorage, USA.

The Journal of School Nursing : the Official Publication of the National Association of School Nurses
|January 12, 1999
PubMed
Summary

School nurses face role confusion due to evolving student health needs and inconsistent district policies. Enhanced specialty education and peer mentoring are crucial for developing their autonomous practice and advancing the profession.

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Area of Science:

  • Nursing
  • Public Health
  • Education

Background:

  • Student health needs are complex and evolving.
  • Inconsistent school district policies create role confusion for school nurses.
  • Current practice lacks standardized preparation and clear role definition.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To explore school nurses' perceptions and visions of their practice.
  • To identify challenges and areas for development in school nursing.
  • To provide direction for advancing the role of school nursing.

Main Methods:

  • Qualitative, descriptive study design.
  • In-depth interviews with ten school nurses.
  • Constant comparative analysis for data interpretation.

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Main Results:

  • Five key conceptual categories emerged: preparation, essence, scope, powerlessness, and future outlook.
  • Participants highlighted the need for specialized education and peer support.
  • A desire for greater role autonomy and professional development was evident.

Conclusions:

  • Specialty education and peer mentoring are essential for school nurse role development.
  • Findings offer guidance for school nurses, educators, and professional organizations.
  • Advancing school nursing practice requires a focus on role clarity and advanced preparation.