BrisketRN BSN, RN

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    Tree Nut allergy

    BrisketRN replied to NewschoolRN's topic in School

    I agree with Campy. Let parents decide PB&J at the nut table or sunbutter & J (or whatever nut-free lunch) at the regular tables. I like the "nut table" idea. I've always disliked the nut...
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    Medication Consent

    BrisketRN replied to SchoolNurse91's topic in School

    If you can legally take the pharmacy I'd go with that especially for emergency medications. I have allowed the use of inhalers based on prescription label if it was an emergency and the form wasn't...
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    Medication Consent

    BrisketRN replied to SchoolNurse91's topic in School

    We follow Illinois' state law that indicates physician authorization for all medications OTC and prescription. I'd advise trying to see what your state law is. Perhaps you could contact your...
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    Petty and not proud of it

    BrisketRN replied to ruby_jane's topic in School

    Medical information should only be shared on a need-to-know basis. I share allergies/asthma/epilepsy/diabetes with all staff (we have a form from parents permitting this also) to keep the children...
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    Self Carriers

    BrisketRN replied to SmallTownNurseSWL's topic in School

    It's a box on our medication form. "Is the student authorized to carry this medication?" "Is the student authorized to self-administer this
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    Lockdown kits

    BrisketRN replied to SaltineQueen's topic in School

    I've always been confused by the concept of needing a bucket toilet in a lockdown/shooter scenario, but I'd make sure the classrooms have glucose packets (if you have any diabetics), a tourniquet or...
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    I'm Feeling Overwhelmed and Underappreciated

    BrisketRN replied to BrisketRN's topic in School

    It's just little ol' me here at a private school, so admin is aware but no supervisor to make aware. I was told I "need" to work out of my office Monday, so I bagged up all of my stuff, tucked it...
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    I'm Feeling Overwhelmed and Underappreciated

    BrisketRN posted a topic in School

    Long vent session: School hasn't even started yet, and I feel so overwhelmed. The area where my office is in has been under construction over summer. It was supposed to be done by the time I got...
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    personal insurance

    BrisketRN replied to Flare's topic in School

    Hmm I didn't have that pop up for me when I renewed in the winter. You can never be too careful especially when it's just
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    Kindergarten bathroom accidents were handled in their individual classroom bathrooms?

    BrisketRN replied to halohg's topic in School

    We have a preschool in our school, so we have a lot of bathroom accidents. Our teacher's aids handle it for the most part. I'll help out from time to time if the aid is
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    Found out I have a pretty significant back problem, how to keep nursing?

    BrisketRN replied to TammyTho's topic in General Nursing

    Maybe something outpatient? Outpatient surgery, dialysis, clinic/doctor's office, workers comp nurse, school nurse, outpatient oncology. Just a few
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    Exhausted; I want a way out.

    BrisketRN replied to KalipsoRed21's topic in General Nursing

    A bit cruel to say to someone who is obviously hurting, don't you think? As the mod already said--remain sensitive to the feelings of
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    cell phones in clinic

    BrisketRN replied to Margaret K. Stephen's topic in School

    No phones. If I'm unable to reach parents I will allow them to use their phone to text/call. Sometimes parents ignore me and pick up on the first ring with their
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    Buddy System

    BrisketRN replied to ChristmasNurse's topic in School

    TOO BAD! My office my rules! Muah ha ha
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    Geriatric experience/School Nurse Interview , what do I need to know?

    BrisketRN replied to cley1956's topic in School

    You definitely can! Emphasize any experience you have with diabetes/insulin/counting carbs, seizures/seizure meds/seizure precautions, triaging, working independently, dealing with family members,...
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    Buddy System

    BrisketRN replied to ChristmasNurse's topic in School

    This happens a lot at our school, especially during recess and breaks, and it can be very annoying an unhelpful. I send the buddy back to class before they walk through my door. Perhaps you could...
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    Exhausted; I want a way out.

    BrisketRN replied to KalipsoRed21's topic in General Nursing

    My heart hurts for you. I also struggle with infertility, and many times when I open up to people they don't know what to say and often say something that can be painful for me. It sounds like...
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    How Much was your First RN Paycheck?

    BrisketRN replied to igottaconquer246's topic in General Nursing

    2015, made
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    At least she didn't call out the School Nurse

    BrisketRN replied to tining's topic in School

    It's sad that her teachers failed her, but since when it is someone else's job to find scholarships for students? I had to find my own. I considered myself lucky anytime anyone gave me a heads
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    Forced 24 hr shift

    BrisketRN replied to Orion81RN's topic in Private Duty

    I can only guess which agency you're working for...I worked for one in IL, and they pulled this every now and then. I did one 24 hour shift and after that I was firm that if it happened again I'd...
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    Private Duty as First Job for New Grad?

    BrisketRN replied to Nurse Beth's topic in Career Advice Column

    That's definitely not enough training. Sounds like you've decided to go another
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    C'Mon Now!

    BrisketRN replied to OyWithThePoodles's topic in School

    If anyone's primary school is considering outdoor renovations using turf on the ground...don't do it! I can't tell you how much turf I remove from eyes (at least 100 this year). They replaced the...
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    Private Duty as First Job for New Grad?

    BrisketRN replied to Nurse Beth's topic in Career Advice Column

    I did private duty at my first job. They had an excellent new grad program (a MUST if you're a new grad in private duty). I later became a school nurse. Some old coworkers have gone on to do...
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    Nurses secretive about getting another job

    BrisketRN replied to Emergent's topic in General Nursing

    Maybe she's trying to be mysterious and elusive. That shadow in the night, catching everyone's attention with her unknown and secretive
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    C'Mon Now!

    BrisketRN replied to OyWithThePoodles's topic in School

    WOW! They're lucky their kid doesn't go to my school...admin would have probably made us get an ambulance after being unable to reach the