HB 4505
Requiring each county school board to employ at least one full time school nurse
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- Passed House of Delegates
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Bill overview
This bill requires each county school board in West Virginia to employ at least one full-time school nurse for every public school within their jurisdiction. The bill aims to ensure adequate healthcare services for students by mandating the employment of nurses, particularly in schools with high enrollment. County boards may contract with public health departments or provide training to school employees to fulfill these requirements, subject to state board approval and rules.
Key provisions
- Each county school board must employ at least one full-time school nurse for each public school based on student enrollment.
- County boards can contract with public health departments for school nursing services.
- The state board will establish rules regarding school nurse employment, particularly in counties with limited resources.
- School nurses must be registered professional nurses licensed by the West Virginia Board of Examiners for Registered Professional Nurses.
- School employees, including secretaries, may be trained to perform certain specialized health procedures under the supervision of a school nurse.
- Employees receiving specialized training will receive additional pay.
- A Council of School Nurses will be established to provide recommendations and develop training standards.
- County nurses will conduct needs assessments and participate in regional meetings.
Who is affected
- County school boards
- Public school students
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