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Administration of intravenous medications using aseptic technique is within the scope of practice of the registered school nurse in accordance with the IAC 655.6.. This administration route is a similar nursing service provided in the homecare setting and would follow treatment orders from the child’s healthcare provider.
Children with chronic health conditions may attend school who require this service by the licensed school nurse.
The decision to administer lies solely with the licensed registered school nurse who would be required to feel comfortable performing the nursing task, have adequate experience, supplies, ability to verify medication orders and maintain standards of practice, to include but not limited to: hand hygiene, student assessment, inspect the intravenous site, clean the injection port, connect the syringe, administer flush(s) as outlined in the treatment plan, administer the medication, maintain close observation within their practice, report any complications, proper disposal of used materials, and complete documentation in addition to other specified requirements from the healthcare provider orders given to the school nurse by the parent.
During the delivery of this nursing care, the school nurse would not be available for interruption with other student’s health needs.