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Continuing Education: A National Imperative for School Nursing Practice

Victoria Vought-O’Sullivan, RN, MS, CNS

Victoria Vought-O’Sullivan, RN, MS, CNS, is a master’s graduate from Clemson University School of Nursing, Clemson, SC

Nancy K. Meehan, RN, PhD

Nancy K. Meehan, RN, PhD, is an associate professor at Clemson University School of Nursing, Clemson, SC

Pamela A. Havice, BSN, PhD

Pamela A. Havice, BSN, PhD, is an assistant professor of counselor education at Clemson University School of Education, Clemson, SC

Rosanne H. Pruitt, RN, PhD, FNP

Rosanne H. Pruitt, RN, PhD, FNP, is a professor and the graduate coordinator at Clemson University School of Nursing, Clemson, SC

Competency-based continuing education is critical to the professional development of school nurses to ensure the application of timely, age-appropriate clinical knowledge and leadership skills in the school setting. School nurses are responsible for a large number of students with a variety of complex and diverse health care needs. Benner’s theory of novice to expert provides a framework for the development of roles and competencies in the practice of school nursing. This manuscript synthesizes research reviewed in 15 articles. Common themes found in the articles include the importance of continuing education and identified barriers to attainment. In response, methods to access continuing education and financial resources are presented.

Key Words: continuing education • distance learning • school health grants • school nurse • school nurse education

The Journal of School Nursing, Vol. 22, No. 1, 2-8 (2006)
DOI: 10.1177/10598405060220010201
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