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NASN has found a lack of research-based evidence to support the caseload ratio model of school nurse staffing. In keeping with the practices of school administrators, other school support personnel, and community health care providers, NASN is transitioning to the workload model to guide safe school nurse staffing. The workload model considers more than ratio and acuity; instead, it provides a full description of school nurse activities and other influences on student health.

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school nurse caseload workload ratio acuity student academic achievement social determinants of health staffing Specialized Instructional Support Personnel

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School Nurse Workload

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