Education

Fix for school nurse shortage could cost $79M each year

The need for nurses in North Carolina public schools is growing, but the state would need to dedicate up to $79 million a year to meet the recommended school nurse-to-student ratio, according to a new study released Monday by the General Assembly's Program Evaluation Division.
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The need for nurses in North Carolina public schools is growing, but the state would need to dedicate up to $79 million a year to meet the recommended school nurse-to-student ratio, according to a new study released Monday by the General Assembly's Program Evaluation Division.

Reporter : Monica Laliberte
Web Editor : Janine Bowen
Posted 2018-01-22T18:47:49-0500 - Updated 2018-01-22T18:47:49-0500