Health Services
HEALTH SERVICES
Washington County Schools strives to maintain a healthy and safe learning environment. School nurses and medical professionals are available in each of our schools to address and manage the various health needs and well-being of our students and staff. These individuals are trained to handle serious medical events and/or emergencies that may occur in our buildings and work to provide resources and support for all students, including those with medical conditions, and additionally, work closely with students, parents/guardians, other health care professionals, and school and district administrators to provide:
- Assessment and/or treatment of student and staff illness/injuries
- Health Screenings (vision and hearing), annual physicals, and sports physicals. Vaccines are also available to students and staff.
- Care of complex and/or chronic student health conditions
- Administration of prescription and over-the-counter medications
- Conducting school staff training sessions for medical administration and other health services
Washington County Schools partners with the Cumberland Family Medical Center, Inc., to offer the Healthy Kids Clinic program for students, families and staff. Healthy Kids Clinic offers a variety of on-site services. The Healthy Kids Clinic is open during the school day and by appointment. Vision and dental exams are also offered through the Healthy Kids Clinic. Parents may contact their child's school nurse for more information regarding these.
Immunizations
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The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and Kentucky Department for Public Health (KDPH) recognize immunization as one of the most effective tools in preventing disease and reducing the risks associated with exposure to certain diseases. KRS 214.036 requires parents who object to immunization of their child to provide a written sworn statement objecting to immunization of the child on religious grounds. This Immunization Exemption Form will need to be completed and returned to your child's school.
Administering Medications
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Medications
No medication will be dispensed at school unless the following criteria are met.
- Medication in its original labeled container.
- Authorization forms must be completed and returned to the nurse before medication will be administered at school. Authorization forms are available at each school from the nurse.
Medication must be brought to school by an adult, not the student. If a medication will be needed for both home and school use the parent should request that the pharmacist provide them with an extra labeled medication bottle. Medication not picked up by a parent, within 2 weeks of its discontinuation of use or the end of the school year, will be disposed of by the school nurse or designee.
**This includes both prescription and non-prescription medications. Non-prescription or over-the-counter medications include but are not limited to acetaminophen, ibuprofen, cough drops, topical creams, and sunscreen.
Several over-the-counter medications are available at school as part of the Healthy Kids Clinic and can be administered if a completed and current Healthy Kids Clinic consent/registration form is on file.