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School
Nurse

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Our school nurses provide support for a wide range of health needs, including physical health, mental wellbeing, injuries, contraception, body image, relationships, and more. They also offer referrals to specialist services where needed.

We provide school nurses at:

➜ Taupō-nui-a-Tia College: Monday to Friday- Located at Baytrust
➜ Tauhara College: Monday to Wednesday- Located through the Gateway Block
➜ Te Kura O Hirangi: Wednesday 12pm-1pm
➜ Tongariro School: Wednesday 9am-11:30am

    • Physical health (allergies, ears, nose, throat, nutrition, sleep, gastro & constipation, exercise, dental)

    • Mental wellbeing

    • First aid (ACC injuries, cuts, sprains, fractures, x-ray and physio referrals)

    • Skin health (acne, eczema, skin infection)

    • Contraception

    • Body image (puberty, mental health and anxiety, hygiene)

    • Peer relationship (bullying and health relationships)

    • Sexuality & gender (advice, support, resources, youth groups)

    • Support with substance misuse

    • Help with unsafe or violent situations

  • Each year, we carry out the HEEADSSS Youth Health Assessment Questionnaire with Year 9 students.

    This tool helps us understand different aspects of a young person’s hauora—covering their health, wellbeing, and everyday life.

    It’s an important part of making sure young people get the right support early on, empowering them and their whānau to thrive, leading to vibrant, healthy lives.

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