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Health Services

Oceanside Unified School District is committed to supporting the health and well-being of all students. Our school nurses, health staff, and district guidelines help ensure a safe learning environment and provide families with resources to manage student health needs.

School Nurses

“School nursing is a specialized practice of professional nursing that advances the well-being, academic success, and life-long achievements of students...” — National Association of School Nurses

OUSD School Nurses are California state-licensed registered nurses with a bachelor’s degree or higher. They hold a credential in health services from the Commission on Teacher Credentialing and are certified audiometrists. School nurse responsibilities include health screenings, immunization verification, infectious disease reporting, counseling, referrals, medication administration, care for students with special needs, consultation for IEPs, family support, and emergency response.

Licensed Vocational Nurse

OUSD licensed vocational nurses (LVNs) are state-licensed nurses who provide specialized health care and procedures under the direction of Student Support Services. Their duties include diabetic care, medication administration, field trip coverage, 1:1 student care, and health office support.

Health Technicians

Each OUSD school site has a full-time Health Technician trained and supervised by a school nurse. They are CPR and first-aid certified, provide daily care for sick or injured students, dispense medications, review immunizations, maintain health records, and assist with medical procedures.

Health Concerns at School

If your child has a serious health condition such as diabetes, seizure disorder, or severe allergies, please contact your school nurse. An individualized health plan will be created to support your child’s needs. Notify the health office of any health status changes.

OUSD Health and Safety Guidelines

Review the guidelines below to decide if your child should attend school or remain home. Contact your school nurse with any questions.

Should You Send Your Child to School?

Medications

All prescription or over-the-counter medications require a Medication Authorization form signed by your child’s doctor. Forms must be renewed annually or whenever the medication order changes. Medications must be supplied in their original labeled containers.

Medication Authorization Form

Concussion

If your student has a concussion, please contact the school nurse.

Food Allergy Action Plan

If your student has a food allergy, please contact the school health office. Submit the Food Allergy Action Plan signed by your child’s doctor with required medications.

Child Health and Disability Prevention (CHDP) Program

Eligible children may receive free health check-ups through the CHDP program if they meet these criteria:

  • Under 21 years of age and on Medi-Cal
  • Under 19 years of age and from a low-income family
  • Attend a Head Start or state preschool
  • Are in foster care

To schedule a CHDP check-up:

  • Call 619-692-8808 for a CHDP doctor or clinic
  • Ask your current doctor if they provide CHDP services

Before your appointment, bring:

  • Your Medi-Cal card (if applicable)
  • School or sports forms
  • Your child’s immunization record

For more information, call 877-792-5437 or visit: County of San Diego Health & Human Services

County of San Diego
1600 Pacific Highway, Room 206
San Diego, CA 92101