BrisketRN BSN, RN

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    Another job??

    BrisketRN replied to BunnyBunnyBSNRN's topic in School

    Yes, I've been getting emails & phone calls. Chicago area hospitals are paying $70-75/hr for temp ICU
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    What won't you get done?

    BrisketRN replied to Eleven011's topic in School

    AH! Epi-Pens. I can't think off the top of my head when mine expire. I believe it is June 2020. Haven't ordered those (obviously). I didn't finish filing my paperwork this year ? so close but not...
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    COVID-19 Resources for Parents

    BrisketRN posted a topic in School

    Hi all, I just compiled a bunch of links with my school counselor. These are resources for parents to use at their discretion to discuss COVID-19 with their children. Most of these are aimed at...
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    While in school limbo...

    BrisketRN replied to Jedrnurse's topic in School

    Maybe look into the Medical Reserve Corps? I got emailed by my state's dept of health with encouragement to join, though I can't because I still have to be available during school hours and "doing...
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    Do you think schools will resume this year?

    BrisketRN replied to hoppynurse's topic in School

    We have a very late school year (in school until end of June) so I'm thinking maybe that last month. Otherwise,
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    Working from Home During COVID-19 Shut Down

    BrisketRN replied to SchoolNurse91's topic in School

    I'm closed and "working from home." My principal has asked me and our school counselor to work together to send health & wellness tips to parents. I'm working on tips (drink water + why/how...
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    2 weeks closed

    BrisketRN replied to cowboysandangels's topic in School

    Ooh I haven't updated my "Clinic Manual" since last year. I can do
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    2 weeks closed

    BrisketRN replied to cowboysandangels's topic in School

    I'm salaried and "working from home" starting tomorrow. I've been advised by my principal to produce some sort of newsletter or resources for health for parents and students weekly along with helping...
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    If your school is closed re COVID19, what is your role

    BrisketRN replied to jnemartin's topic in School

    I got the news today that we only come in tomorrow then “work from home.” I’m in IL and our governor is shutting schools, bars, & restaurants down. I’m trying to figure out ways to work...
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    If your school is closed re COVID19, what is your role

    BrisketRN replied to jnemartin's topic in School

    Same here, though we are unsure when we’re reopening. I’ve made up bags of ibuprofen, Tylenol & tums that I’m putting outside my door so staff won’t be banging on my door telling me they...
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    Hand dermatitis a seeking away from bedside job.

    BrisketRN replied to Nicurn345's topic in School

    I used to have terrible hand dermatitis. I have always developed hives and rashes from contact with bleach, so the contact with items cleaned with bleach solutions was the cause of my dermatitis. It...
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    50 school days left until Summer

    BrisketRN replied to kidzcare's topic in School

    Yep...I'm kind of just waiting around over here. Events across Chicago are being cancelled, most universities are moving to online. My husband was told to leave work today & work from home until...
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    If your school is closed re COVID19, what is your role

    BrisketRN replied to jnemartin's topic in School

    The CDC recommends calling your doctor/the hospital before arriving and wearing a face mask en route if you believe you may have
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    A "real nurse" or school nurse

    BrisketRN replied to jnemartin's topic in School

    Depends on the state. In 39 states "nurse" is a protected title per the state nurse practice act. https://www.nursingworld.org/practice-policy/advocacy/state/title-nurse-protection/ Pretty
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    If your school is closed re COVID19, what is your role

    BrisketRN replied to jnemartin's topic in School

    It was clarified at my school that staff only comes in if we're closed due to not wanting to have large gatherings. If we're closed due to a case in our school then no one is allowed in because the...
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    Positivity Posts

    BrisketRN replied to k1p1ssk's topic in School

    Last week I taught preschool through elementary a handwashing song that teaches them how and how long to wash their hands. I share a wall with the boys bathroom and have been hearing the boys sing in...
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    If your school is closed re COVID19, what is your role

    BrisketRN replied to jnemartin's topic in School

    I was told (this was weeks ago) that staff will still come in because "e-learning is easier to manage when you're in the building" and that I will come in to make sure staff are safe to be here. So I...
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    A "real nurse" or school nurse

    BrisketRN replied to jnemartin's topic in School

    Yeah I've gotten a few kids asking if I had to go to college for this job. Nope just got out of clown college. And one of the little ones saw me getting into my car after school one day and said...
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    A "real nurse" or school nurse

    BrisketRN replied to jnemartin's topic in School

    It's like the "Just a Nurse" poster--if you've seen it. You're just a school nurse. Just the only medical professional in the building. Just the person running to every emergency and making snap...
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    Stolen supplies

    BrisketRN replied to SchoolNurse91's topic in School

    Oh I would raise HELL. Who has decided that the epicenter of illness in the school is now unable to safely contain
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    Coronavirus and Schools

    BrisketRN replied to KeeperOfTheIceRN's topic in School

    This is so true in my city too! I'm in Chicago and even the Chicago Teacher's strike earlier this school year threw a lot of families for a loop. My lovely neighbor across the street was watching 12...
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    Infrared Thermometers

    BrisketRN replied to BrisketRN's topic in School

    Oh well. Guess the 5 I have here will have to do. Let's hope no one breaks
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    Infrared Thermometers

    BrisketRN posted a topic in School

    First off...I'm aware these aren't as accurate as tympanic or oral thermometers, but I need to ask. Does anyone have an infrared thermometer they've used that they can
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    Spring Break

    BrisketRN replied to Bulldogs's topic in School

    April 6th for me as well. I made big travel plans so I'm hoping those can still
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    C'Mon Now!

    BrisketRN replied to OyWithThePoodles's topic in School

    "You just loooove sending kids back to class. That's your main jam, huh?" -Sick 1st grader observing me sending other kids back to