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2021 New School Nurse Orientation

  • December 01, 2021
  • December 08, 2021
  • 2 sessions
  • December 01, 2021, 8:15 AM 12:30 PM (EST)
  • December 08, 2021, 8:15 AM 12:30 PM (EST)
  • virtual

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New School Nurse Orientation

a virtual event for early career school nurses


December 1, 2021, Part 1
December 8, 2021, Part 2
8: 30 am - 12:30 pm

Log in begins at 8:15 am

Plus  Access to the CT Nurses' Online Training Modules for School Nurses

This professional learning opportunity, designed specifically for school nurses, will provide an overview of legal requirements, standards of practice and competencies for school nurses, supervisory issues, and the school nurse’s role in student achievement, special education, and academic success. Participants will learn state laws and regulations regarding school health; medication regulations; state mandates for immunizations, health assessments, and screenings; documentation in school health services; special education; Section 504; and supporting students during COVID-19.

Audience

  • School Nurses
  • Early career school nurses
  • School nurse supervisor
  • Lead school nurses
  • Directors of special education/pupil services
  • School medical advisors


Professional Development Contact Hours will be awarded

                        

Connecticut Nurses Association is accredited as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation


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