School nurses say they could be in a tricky spot if you don’t sign it. If your district sent home a medical waiver, J.C. Bowman with Professional Educators of Tennessee says it’s important to ...

Bowman represents school nurses and teachers statewide. He said they are concerned some parents won’t sign the waiver, and due to the new law, school staff won’t be able to provide medical care.

School nurses and counselors feel restricted after new law goes into effect in Tennessee Currently, schools have consent forms parents can sign so school nurses can assist in non-emergencies.

School districts are having a harder time putting nurses in every building, including in D.C., where Children’s National Hospital is ending a $25 million agreement to manage school nurses.

Medical City Healthcare is keeping school nurses up to date with clinical practices through its free educational program.

The Texas School Nurses Organization sent out new guidelines about administering medication, causing area districts to scramble. ... ready to sign the parent form upon arrival. ...