W. Va. Code R. § 126-25A-5

Current through Register Vol. XLI, No. 50, December 13, 2024

Section 126-25A-5 - System for School Admission and Care

5.1. For students needing specialized health care procedures, the certified school RN shall assess the student, review the licensed prescriber's order, and assure implementation of needed health and safety procedures. This assessment shall be completed before initial school attendance and following any absence during which a health condition may have changed, necessitating reevaluation.

5.2. The licensed prescriber's orders are kept on file in the student's permanent educational record. These orders are valid for a maximum of one school year unless changed by the licensed prescriber.

5.3. Certified school RNs shall utilize the most current West Virginia Board of Examiners for Registered Professional Nurses Guidelines for Determining Acts that May be Delegated or Assigned by Licensed Nurses as the mechanism for determining assignment and/or delegation of any aspect of basic and/or specialized health care.

5.4. Certified school RNs shall validate and document student knowledge and skills related to prescribed medication self-administration.

W. Va. Code R. § 126-25A-5