| Aspect | Director School Nursing | School Nurse |
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| Credentials | RN license, leadership experience, possibly a master's degree | RN license, certification in school nursing often preferred |
| Work Environment | School district offices, administrative settings, overseeing multiple schools | Individual school, classrooms, health offices |
| Responsibilities | Managing school health programs, policy development, supervising staff | Providing direct health care to students, managing individual health plans |
The main difference is that the Director School Nursing oversees school health programs and staff at a district level, while the School Nurse provides direct health services to students at a specific school. The director role involves leadership and administrative duties, whereas the school nurse focuses on student care.