Nurse

Nursing

Nursing integrates the art and science of caring and focuses on the protection, promotion, and optimization of health and human functioning; prevention of illness and injury; facilitation of healing; and alleviation of suffering through compassionate presence. Nursing is the diagnosis and treatment of human responses and advocacy in the care of individuals, families, groups, communities, and populations in recognition of the connection of all humanity.

A school Nurse provides care and services like:

Health care - Administering routine medications, caring for students with chronic illnesses, and responding to health emergencies
Education - Providing health and well-being education, and educating faculty and staff on procedures
Coordination - Coordinating care with students, parents, medical providers, teachers, and staff
Advocacy - Advocating for students who need accommodations for learning impediments
Screening - Conducting vision and hearing screenings, and performing scoliosis screenings
Documentation - Ensuring student vaccine records are up to date and in accordance with district regulations
Case management - Providing case management services
Social resources - Connecting students and their families with health care services, shelter, food, financial services, and other social resources

Kristen

Mills

Nurse

kmills@cayugaisd.com

Dakota

Beckman

Elementary Nurse

dbeckman@cayugaisd.com

Updates

Cayuga Middle School

Immunization Update:

7th Grade Vaccine Requirements 2025-2026

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A Message from Nurse Mills

It is important that our students stay healthy this school year. Please help us by keeping your child home if he/she doesn't feel well. A sick child cannot do good work at school.

Guidelines for Illness:

1. If your child has a fever one day, keep him/her home the following day. They must be free of fever for 24 hours before returning to school.

2. If your child vomits during the night or in the morning before school - keep them at home.

3. If your child is sent home from school, with a fever or throwing up - please keep them home the following day.

Preventive Measures:

Clean hands often with soap and warm water or an alcohol-based sanitizer
Keep toys, counters and bathrooms clean
Don't Share items for drinking or eating
Aoid contact with anyone who has had cold or flu
Drink plenty of fluids
Keep hands away from your eyes, mouth, and nose
Replace toothbrushes after illness

Thank you for working with us to make this a healthy school year for your child

Meningitis

Meningitis is an inflammation (swelling) of the protective membranes covering the brain and spinal cord. A bacterial or viral infection of the fluid surrounding the brain and spinal cord usually causes the swelling. However, injuries, cancer, certain drugs, and other types of infections also can cause meningitis. It is important to know the specific cause of meningitis because the treatment differs depending on the cause.

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CDC Flu Information

Influenza (flu) is a contagious respiratory illness caused by influenza viruses that infect the nose, throat, and lungs. Some people, such as people 65 years and older, young children, and people with certain health conditions, are at higher risk of serious flu complications. There are two main types of influenza (flu) viruses: types A and B. The influenza A and B viruses that routinely spread in people (human influenza viruses) are responsible for seasonal flu epidemics each year. The best way to reduce the risk of flu and its potentially serious complications is by getting vaccinated each year.

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Chickenpox

Chickenpox is a highly contagious disease caused by the varicella-zoster virus (VZV). It can cause an itchy, blister-like rash among other symptoms. The rash first appears on the chest, back, and face, and then spreads over the entire body. Chickenpox can be serious, especially during pregnancy, in babies, adolescents, adults, and people with weakened immune systems (lowered ability to fight germs and sickness). The best way to prevent chickenpox is to get the chickenpox vaccine.

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Fentanyl Overdose

Fentanyl is a synthetic opioid that is up to 50 times stronger than heroin and 100 times stronger than morphine. It is a major contributor to fatal and nonfatal overdoses in the U.S.1 There are two types of fentanyl: pharmaceutical fentanyl and illegally made fentanyl. Both are considered synthetic opioids. Pharmaceutical fentanyl is prescribed by doctors to treat severe pain, especially after surgery and for advanced-stage cancer.However, most recent cases of fentanyl-related overdose are linked to illegally made fentanyl, which is distributed through illegal drug markets for its heroin-like effect. It is often added to other drugs because of its extreme potency, which makes drugs cheaper, more powerful, more addictive, and more dangerous.

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Notice of and Consent for School Health-Related Services

In accordance with law, the District must provide parents with written notice of each school-based health-related service offered at the campus their child attends. These routine services promote student safety, wellness, and readiness to learn. The services may be provided by qualified school staff, including nurses and athletic trainers. This consent does not take the place of an individualized health plan, 504 plan, or other legally required document. A parent has the right to withhold consent for or decline any health-related service.

Routine Health-Related Services Provided at Your Child’s Campus:

First aid and injury evaluation
Administration of over-the-counter medications in accordance with law
Administration of prescription medications in accordance with law
Monitoring of chronic health conditions (e.g., asthma, diabetes)
Vision, hearing, and scoliosis screenings
Under the influence assessment
Lice screening
Acanthosis screening
Support during illness or physical symptoms at school
Coordination of health services
Heat illness prevention and injury support for student athletes

Any additional health-related services that the campus may believe are necessary and appropriate will necessitate separate written consent and parental involvement, unless during an emergency or as allowed by law.

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