cowboysandangels

cowboysandangels BSN

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  1. Does anyone else get emotionally exhausted from this job?

    cowboysandangels replied to RatherBHiking's topic in School

    I was just discussing this with another school nurse last week. I am emotionally drained every year but this year more than usual. It is so difficult to not get "attached" or invested in the...

  2. I just told a parent

    cowboysandangels replied to MHDNURSE's topic in School

    Yes!!!! It feels so good to be open with parents that will understand it. When a student comes to me and tells me that their parent told them to call if they didn't feel good I always call...

  3. Career Advice from Nurse Educators

    cowboysandangels posted a topic in Nursing Educators, Faculty

    I have been putting off posting for awhile now because I know that sometimes responses can be rough to take. Here it goes anyway..... I have been an RN for 16 years in pediatrics. My interest has...

  4. Career Advice from Nurse Educators

    cowboysandangels replied to cowboysandangels's topic in Nursing Educators, Faculty

    All the "titles" are so

  5. First visit after spring break

    cowboysandangels replied to ruby_jane's topic in School

    5 more weeks until our Spring Break......not sure I will make

  6. Screening hours? Closed office?

    cowboysandangels replied to villageRN's topic in School

    That would be amazing to have a closed office for screenings. My screenings take forever because I have to stop in between students so much to care for others. Even if I sent a message out to...

  7. Here's a new one

    cowboysandangels replied to MHDNURSE's topic in School

    You mean you can't fix that?????? I say call the parent right away and she must not return to school until that is

  8. PG Supplies and Educator Kits arrived

    cowboysandangels replied to jnemartin's topic in School

    I just received mine

  9. PG Supplies and Educator Kits arrived

    cowboysandangels replied to jnemartin's topic in School

    The company just emailed me and said they will be sending ours in a couple

  10. PG Supplies and Educator Kits arrived

    cowboysandangels replied to jnemartin's topic in School

    None here yet. I feel like is takes longer each year to receive them. I appreciate it though because it really helps me plan my puberty

  11. WWYD?

    cowboysandangels replied to Cattitude's topic in School

    Self care is super important. Nurses burn out quicker than many other professions and we need to make sure to meet our needs both mentally and physically. Go for

  12. Career Advice from Nurse Educators

    cowboysandangels replied to cowboysandangels's topic in Nursing Educators, Faculty

    Thank you for bringing this to my attention. As I look closer at jobs for online instructors I am noticing different verbage that may mean the post is for an assistant and not the actual

  13. Career Advice from Nurse Educators

    cowboysandangels replied to cowboysandangels's topic in Nursing Educators, Faculty

    Many schools in my area with actually take my BSN but "prefer" an MSN. Still struggling with this decision. I am hoping to honestly be able to retire in a few years and, perhaps, never even need to...

  14. Career Advice from Nurse Educators

    cowboysandangels replied to cowboysandangels's topic in Nursing Educators, Faculty

    That is something I have been researching, the "nontraditional" nursing roles. I am planning for retirement and what opportunities having an MSN will afford me as far as part-time work when I retire....

  15. Must Have Supplies

    cowboysandangels replied to Keeperofbandages's topic in School

    In addition to all of those wonderful items I must have my ice machine, my ear ease, ginger ale, water bottles, and lots of lip

  16. STOP!!!

    cowboysandangels replied to SaltineQueen's topic in School

    That is what I do as well. I call and let them know my assessment findings and follow it with "but your child stated that you told them that I had to call you if they came to see

  17. I need your help ASAP please

    cowboysandangels replied to Nurse2Kids's topic in School

    What a tough decision! I would be torn myself. The larger school has resources at your fingertips and would be a great challenge. The smaller school would be something you can make your own. I work...

  18. Unassigned Epi Policy

    cowboysandangels replied to OldDude's topic in School

    We have unassigned epi pens for students that may have their first episode here at school. I train my entire staff on proper usage and signs of a reaction. It does not replace the need for students...

  19. Sub Notes

    cowboysandangels replied to Keeperofbandages's topic in School

    I have a sub binder since our subs have no access to our computer data. Has a daily list of meds to be given, my contact info., the nearest school nurse to help out in emergency, schedules, key...

  20. Is $85k worth it for BSN program with no guarantee acceptance?

    cowboysandangels replied to nhayes1984's topic in General Students

    Wow! I completed mine online (which is the most expensive way to go usually) and only spent $35,000. That included my books, fees and everything. I would not spend that much at all. You will not...

  21. Staff Training

    cowboysandangels replied to hmvassar's topic in School

    I grab time in staff meetings for trainings and try to make them fun while they learn. One way to assess them is to use the game Kahoot! If you haven't tried this, you should. My staff loves to...

  22. NCSN are you certified?

    cowboysandangels replied to NutmeggeRN's topic in School

    I am certified and we were given an increase in

  23. Pacer Test (May the odds be ever in my favor)

    cowboysandangels replied to ruby_jane's topic in School

    I dislike the pacer!!!!!!!!! Everyone comes in saying they are having a heart

  24. Lice, Lice and more Lice...

    cowboysandangels replied to Bulldogs's topic in School

    We have reached out to organizations to help pay for the family to be treated at a lice salon. It is very expensive but then there is no excuse for them to continue having them. They must treat the...

  25. Lice, Lice and more Lice...

    cowboysandangels replied to Bulldogs's topic in School

    We do too and it makes me