Purple_Scrubs replied to Purple_Scrubs's topic in School
Thanks! I just got back from talking to the director, the nurse supervisors, and the HR guy. I should be able to start back after the holiday, if not sooner! I don't know what school I'd be at yet, but the director said she has a perfect spot in mind...
It's been a few years, almost four I think, since I resigned from my school nursing job to be a stay at home foster mommy, but I was very active here while I was working. Well, a lot has happened in those years! My husband and I have adopted five awe...
Purple_Scrubs replied to Brian's topic in Announcements
Wow, almost three years later and I just realize I won this! Shortly after submitting the article I resigned from my nursing job to stay home with the babies, and never really had time to check AN much after that. Pretty cool though :-)
Purple_Scrubs replied to sKris's topic in Uniform/Gear
I cannot tolerate contacts for 12 hours straight, so I would go with glasses if working in the hospital. I also agree with others that they give a bit of protection against the nasties as well. I'm a school nurse, so I do not work 12's and it is (usu...
Purple_Scrubs replied to Purple_Scrubs's topic in Private Duty
Not discouraging at all...this is what I want/need to hear. I want to be sure to be vigilent and proper training to recognize when things are going south is a huge part of that. Working with this population after I have been out of acute care for so ...
Purple_Scrubs replied to Purple_Scrubs's topic in Private Duty
That is my worst nightmare and something I want to avoid at all costs! This would be a leap for me from stable kiddos, some with medical conditions but still stable enough to attend school, to a much less stable population, so it is a bit out of my c...
I am leaving my position as a School Nurse to be home with my kids, but I am strongly considering applying for a weekend night position advertised with a private duty company. They advertise trach and vent experience preferred, but will train. I have...
Purple_Scrubs replied to hakunamatata's topic in Job Hunt
Heck, I'm nowhere near a new grad but will be seeking employment in a hospital after years as a school nurse...and I am even going to take these tips to heart. Good ideas.
I think you have a valid concern. Depending on the size of the district and who oversees the health room, you might take your concerns to Health Services or Student Services as well as the principal. In a large district like mine, the principal has a...