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District nurse reports 18,064 health-office visits; outlines screenings, medication and billing
Summary
District nurse Melissa Bridal told the Alexandria Public School District board that school health offices logged 18,064 visits last year and outlined staffing, screening, medication administration and third‑party billing for services provided to students on individualized education plans.
Melissa Bridal, the district nurse for the Alexandria Public School District, told the school board on Sept. 22 that school health offices logged 18,064 visits last school year and that staff provided about 9,000 doses of medication districtwide.
The report said the nurse team includes four nurses supported by licensed practical nurses and unlicensed assistive personnel who perform first aid, daily-medication administration and procedures such as diabetes care. "Our really goal is to keep these kids in school, keep them learning," Bridal said, explaining why the district provides in-school health services and individualized health care plans for students with complex needs.
Bridal said staff provided about 1,700 procedure visits (for tasks such as diabetes care or…
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