Health Clinic
Welcome to The Pine School health clinic pages. Please take a moment to read about the clinic and the services that are offered. Pages regarding different topics related to health are on the list of links at the end of this page.
The Health Clinic is open every school day from 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Health services will not be provided during any after school/auxiliary activities.
CDC Corona Virus Information
Florida Department of Health Coronavirus Information
The Pine School Medical Forms Downloads
The Pine School Daily Home Health Screening for Students
**Students MUST stay home from school when they are ill, or if anyone in the household is experiencing symptoms of illness, awaiting test results or has tested positive for COVID-19. Thank you for partnering with us to help protect the safety of all students and staff. ***
Parents/Employees: To report a positive COVID-19 test result to your child's school or your worksite after hours, please call (772) 675-7029 (PINE Attendance Line) or email Mrs. Caffrey or the School Nurse immediately.
Please use our daily symptom screening tool for students linked above - students may transition to remote learning any time they are staying home from school due to illness. Students are expected to attend classes each day in accordance with the learning format they have registered for with their school. Please contact your child's school with questions or to discuss extenuating circumstances.
School Nurse
The Pine School nurse is a registered nurse who provides health services to students and employees during the school day with the goal of maximizing academic and character growth through caring for physical needs. Student health, safety and promotion of a healthy learning environment are her primary concerns.
The school nurse is authorized to make medical referrals for illnesses or injuries that occur during school hours only. For illnesses or injuries that occur away from school, please contact your physician for medical assistance. The school nurse cannot make a medical diagnosis. Clients are seen on a first come first-served basis as they sign in except in the case of an emergency, which will take precedence. There is no charge for nursing services provided by the Health Clinic.
The individual seen by the nurse is responsible for follow up care and the cost of outside treatment. While The Pine School provides these nursing services, the individual is ultimately responsible for the health of the student or self.
The school nurse:
- Provides nursing care for injuries and illnesses which occur during school hours
- Administers physician prescribed and over the counter medications provided by parents during school hours
- Provides care for students with diabetes, asthma, severe allergies, seizures and other special health concerns
- Develops Individualized Health Plans as needed
- Monitors student medical records for compliance with federal and state laws and school policy
- Serves as a liaison between students, parents, teachers, administrators and health care providers
- Nursing will offer preventative health care instruction to students on an as needed basis. Topics may include:
- Importance of Handwashing and Covering Your Cough. Strategies Reduce the Spread of Germs
- Dental Hygiene
- First Aid and Safety
- Human Growth and Development
School Nurse Contact Information:
Andrea Palmer
apalmer@thepineschool.org
772-675-7005
FAX- 772-675-7006