KSM-RN BSN, MSN, RN

KSM-RN has 16 years experience as a BSN, MSN, RN.

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1. Leave School Nursing?

   KSM-RN replied to KSM-RN's topic in School

   So funny you say that about planes! I am the SAME! I hate flying and have not done it in years. The position is regional so I don't anticipate that type of travel. But I can see the need to go to conferences and symposiums that may be required at som...

2. Leave School Nursing?

   KSM-RN replied to KSM-RN's topic in School

   My kids will be seniors. I have twins that will go to college at the same time, so the increase in salary is definitely a factor. We need all the extra we can get. I have found out this position stats with 4 weeks vacation plus 10 additional holidays...

3. Leave School Nursing?

   KSM-RN replied to KSM-RN's topic in School

   I am in the interview process right now. I am not even sure I will be offered the position. As far as travel goes my impression is that it is regional to my area. I was told they usually fly you out for a two week training, however at this time it is...

4. Leave School Nursing?

   KSM-RN posted a topic in School

   Hi all! It has been quite a while since I have posted. I am currently finishing my 5th year of school nursing. I have thought about other opportunities because my kids will be in college soon. I am currently interviewing for an educator position for ...

5. Bed Bugs

   KSM-RN replied to MHDNURSE's topic in School

   It does not sound like parents are treating the problem at home? I know this is a daunting task and they may need help. We have a school fund for district families that might need help from time to time, it sounds like this could be one of those time...

6. called 911

   KSM-RN replied to basketball13's topic in School

   Wow O2 tanks in school?! I would have had them call while I was on the way, but you for sure did the right thing by calling!! We do not have stock albuterol. I have used caffeinated drinks in a pinch but not sure it would help someone with sats that ...

7. Immunization Compliance

   KSM-RN replied to RNTexas13's topic in School

   We have an exclusion date of October 19th. I still have over 90. Sent email, sent letter. Next we have the principal send automated phone call to guardians stating their student will not be allowed in school on this date if the records have not been ...

8. I'm back...with questions

   KSM-RN posted a topic in School

   Hi all-I decided to come back. This year is tough with diabetics/seizures/CF and a variety of other health issues. I still STRUGGLE and question whether or not I made the right choice. I had a possible position that was presented to me which would be...

9. Leaving school Nursing thoughts...

   KSM-RN posted a topic in School

   HI all- I haven't been on much this year as it has been so busy. I am in a middle school with about 750 students (7th and 8th). This is my second year, which I have to say is MUUUCH better than my first. I contemplated leaving last year and decided ...

10. Diabetic Mom

    KSM-RN replied to LOLLYGAGGER's topic in School

    I would get the exchange of info signed for sure, however you have the right to call and clarify orders.

11. What do you document...

    KSM-RN replied to Bevp's topic in School

    I chart everything, even bathroom use. We had budget cuts last year and we were cutting staff based on acuity. Luckily we have a decent software charting system. But its less likely they will cut a nurse position if you see 60-75 visits a day.

12. Feeling inadequate, what about you??

    KSM-RN replied to SN34's topic in School

    It is a huge transition from hospital to school nurse. And although most days at school don't have crash and burn emergencies being the only medical person gives me huge stress. I had emergencies all the time at my hospital job, which gave me stress...

13. What do you wear to work as a school nurse?

    KSM-RN replied to verdeacres's topic in School

    I wear school spirit tees and scrub pants. I was helping a student to the BR 2 x daily last year and just feel scrubs were more appropriate. I sometimes wear jeans on Friday. I do think it makes us recognizable and it is a no brainer.

14. New year, new worries

    KSM-RN posted a topic in School

    Greetings to another school year. I wasn't sure I would be back, but here I am. I hear the 2nd year is quite a bit better than the 1st. Did you all find this to be true? I just have so many issues last year with an asthma related death (not at sc...

15. How to get started

    KSM-RN replied to Kerber's topic in School

    I feel like the reports/ health conditions are priority. I reach out to parents via email to ask for health care plans for chronic conditions, asthma, food allergy. I try to get all of the parents to bring in signed copies of action plans from physi...