Crandall ISD

Health Services – Crandall ISD

School Nursing is a specialized area of professional nursing that supports the health, academic success, and lifelong achievement of students. In Crandall ISD, school nurses play a vital role in:

• Supporting students’ healthy development
• Promoting safety and wellness
• Addressing health concerns through early intervention
• Providing case management for chronic conditions
• Collaborating with families, educators, and healthcare providers to empower students and families in managing health and learning

Your Child’s Health is Our Priority

At Crandall ISD, we believe that a student’s ability to learn is closely tied to their physical and emotional well-being. When health needs go unmet, students may struggle to fully engage in the classroom. That’s why we ensure that every campus is staffed with a professional registered nurse dedicated to supporting the health of all students and staff.

School Nurse Roles and Responsibilities

• Monitor and manage communicable diseases through prevention, early detection, and follow-up and ensuring immunization compliance
• Provide health assessments and care for illness or injury
• Conduct screenings for vision, hearing, scoliosis, and acanthosis nigricans (a risk factor for Type II diabetes)
• Administer medications in accordance with district policy
• Offer case management and education for chronic conditions such as diabetes, asthma, and ADHD
• Perform specialized pediatric procedures (e.g., gastrostomy feedings, tracheostomy care, catheterizations, respiratory treatments, IV therapy)
• Coordinate care plans with families, physicians, and school staff
• Deliver health education to students, staff, and parents
• Promote staff wellness through leadership and support
• Provide individual health counseling