school nurse

school nurse
a member of the school health service who conducts routine examinations and/or treats minor ailments. health visitor may sometimes work in this capacity but State Registered and State Enrolled Nurses may also perform these tasks.

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an especially prepared registered nurse employed in a school system or public health agency to assist in safeguarding the health of students and to teach health practices.

Medical dictionary. 2011.

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