Health Services & Nurses
What is 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.
School nurses play a crucial role in improving the health and academic success of students.
Meet Our Nurses
Marissa Diefenderfer
Nurse
Discovery, Office of Special Services, Orchard Heights
School:
360-443-3783
Jodi Freeman
Nurse
Explorer Academy, Office of Special Services, South Kitsap HS
School:
360-443-3765
Melinda Kaplafka
Nurse
East Port Orchard, Manchester, Office of Special Services
School:
360-443-3769