Clinic-Medications at School

The Benjamin School
11000 Ellison Wilson Rd North Palm Beach
Florida 33408
561.626.3747

Health Clinic - Medications at School

Students are not allowed to carry any medication on their person. Violations can result in suspension.

Most inhalers are kept in the clinic unless ordered by the physician to be kept on person. Parents must sign a Medication Authorization Form for all inhalers as well as submitting a Physician Authorization Form obtained at the physicians office.

EpiPens are kept in the clinic. Parents must sign a Medication Authorization Form, as well as submitting a Physician Authorization Form obtained at the physicians office.

Medication Authorization Forms:
Age 4 (topical) Lower School Middle School Upper School

A registered nurse administers all medications.
All medications, prescription and non-prescription, must have a Medication Authorization Form signed.
In special situations, (short term prescription meds- 10 days or fewer), the container may be used in lieu of a Physician Authorization Form along with a Medication Authorization Form.
Whenever possible, medication must be given during non-school hours.
All non-prescriptions must be stored in the manufacturer labeled container.
All prescription medication shall be stored in the original pharmacy container with dosage information.
All medication must be transported to school by a responsible adult.
Medications for field trips will be taken care of right before the trip.