River Valley’s Registered Nurse is available each day in school in order to:
- Provide nursing assessment and care for students who are ill or injured;
- Maintain immunization and health records on all students;
- Oversee mandated screening programs consistent with Massachusetts General Law;
- Dispense required medication; and
- Act as a liaison to home, school, health care providers, and community.
In addition, a consulting physician is available on an as-needed basis.