Cardiac Resources for School Nurses
As a school nurse, you're responsible for responding to cardiac emergencies, managing students with
known heart conditions, and ensuring your school is prepared with tools like CPR training,
AED access, and a solid cardiac emergency response plan (CERP).
This page brings together school nurse–specific resources to help you feel confident and ready- whether you're writing an emergency action plan, reviewing AED protocols, or supporting a student with a heart condition.
Cardiac Emergency Response Plans (CERP) For School Nurses
Are you ready to save a life?
Sudden Cardiac Arrest can happen anytime- to students or staff- and a fast, prepared response saves lives. This self-paced, online course helps school nurses confidently create and implement a Cardiac Emergency Response Plan (CERP), with a special focus on meeting Illinois HB 5394 requirements.
You’ll learn how to:
⚡ Respond to Sudden Cardiac Arrest
⚡ Meet legal and safety requirements (like IL HB 5394)
⚡ Make your school heart safe with CPR training, AED access, and clear emergency protocols
⚡ Includes access to a Google Drive folder packed with editable templates, checklists, and planning tools.
Earn 1 CE hour while you learn at your own pace and walk away with practical resources you can use immediately!
AED Monthly Checklist (Editable & Easy to Use- Google Doc)
Keep your school’s AEDs inspection-ready all year long with this 2-page, 100% editable Google Doc.
⚡ Track multiple AED locations
⚡ Monitor pad and battery expiration dates
⚡ Monthly log for initials, notes, and corrective actions
⚡ Clickable links to popular AED owner manuals
Use it digitally or print and complete with pen- whatever fits your workflow. Instant access via Google Drive. Just purchase, access, customize, and go!
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