The nurse collaborates with other health professionals and the public to protect human rights, promote health diplomacy, and reduce health disparities .
School nurses are aware of social determinants of health impacting the school community, provide healthcare to all students, support school staff, and partner with families and other community members to reduce health disparities. They utilize evidence-based interventions designed to mitigate the effects of adverse childhood experiences and other social determinants of health. School nurses refer students to other health professionals and community health agencies as needed to promote health and well-being. Lastly, school nurses are advocates for policy change to protect and promote health rights to reduce health disparities.