Definition of School Nursing
"School nursing, a specialized practice of nursing, protects and promotes student health, facilitates optimal development, and advances academic success. School nurses, grounded in ethical and evidence-based practice, are the leaders who bridge health care and education, provide care coordination, advocate for quality student-centered care, and collaborate to design systems that allow individuals and communities to develop their full potential." Adopted by the NASN Board of Directors February 2017
MPS School Nurses
4 full-time nurses provide services throughout MPS and are contracted from First District Health Unit. A Nurse will be at the 13 elementary schools based on the schedule determined by First District Health Unit Executive Office, Director of Nursing, Minot Public Schools Superintendent and Assistant Superintendent.