School Nurse Referral
Health consultant to resolve barriers to academic success
Historical Background: School District nurses were introduced into
SFUSD in the fall of 1990. District leadership recognized the lack
of school nurses within the district and the lack of access to health
care
What is the goal of the School Nurse Referral?
The goal is to provide all school sites with access to health consultants
to resolve barriers to academic success.
What is a School Nurse Referral? Because all schools do not have
access to nursing services, SHPD established the school district
nurse referral process, which allows a school to request consultation
related to student health needs.
Current Status: All school sites have access to school district
nurse referrals. Referrals are sent to
the School Health Programs Department and treated by a staff nurse.
Referrals are assigned to a school district nurse who calls the referring
party to obtain additional information and establish an appointment
to visit the school site. Follow-up and case management occur as
necessitated by the referral.
Activities within the SFUSD and SHPD that support School Nurse Referral:
- School Health Center
- Student Success Team/Student Assistance Program
- Safe School Plans
- ExCEL
For further information contact
us.
