1. QUALIFICATIONS: a. Possess a valid Mississippi Nursing License b. Possess a minimum of one year of work experience in the health care area c. Possess good verbal and written communication skills d. Possess organizational and time management skills, and the ability to communicate well with children, parents, school faculty and administration e. Possess the ability to work independently according to all nursing practice Standard f. Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the District School Board may find appropriate and acceptable

i. It is the position of the Mississippi Board of Nursing that the scope of practice of the school nurse requires the knowledge of the RN (Registered Nurse). A LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse) may not function in the role of "school nurse." ii. A Licensed Practical Nurse working in the school setting is functioning within her scope when she is working under the direct supervision of a RN who is either physically present on the premises or available at all times to the LPN.

This manual provides guidance for school nurses on procedures and recommendations for practice and care, including the minimum requirements and additional recommendations for school nurse qualifications.