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A scottish framework for nursing in schools
SERVICE COMPONENTS
16. Administration of Medicines in Schools
Standard Statement
Nurses working in schools provide advice and support to school staff and parents/carers on the administration of medicines to pupils.
Rationale | Criteria | Achieved | Action Plan |
The Administration of Medicines in Schools (2001) gives clear guidance and clarifies the responsibilities of the health service, Education Authorities and schools in managing health care and the administration of medicines in schools. Nurses working in schools have an important role as part of the multi-agency team in ensuring the safe administration of medicine in line with local and national policy. | - Nurses working in schools provide guidance and advice to staff in the school on how to care for children with identified medical conditions.
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- Nurses working in schools are actively involved in developing individual health plans for pupils with health care needs.
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- Nurses are involved in educating pupils about medical conditions and health issues and the safe and correct use of medication.
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- Nurses working in schools provide training and support for school staff involved in administration of medicines.
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- Joint working with individual schools ensures that arrangements are in place to ensure:
- safe handling and storage of medicines
- correct administration of medications
- hygiene/infection guidelines are in place
- medicines are disposed of safely
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- Nurses working in schools are involved in developing local guidelines and procedures for dealing with emergency situations as part of individual children's health plans.
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- Nurses liase with parents/carers and school staff to provide advice, information and support on medical conditions and the safe administration of medication.
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