schoolnursenewbie

schoolnursenewbie specializes in School nursing; Pediatric nursing.

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1. Epi pens and stomach pain

   schoolnursenewbie replied to schoolnursenewbie's topic in School

   You all are amazing! Thank you ?

2. Epi pens and stomach pain

   schoolnursenewbie replied to schoolnursenewbie's topic in School

   Ahhhh...so, eventually some of the more typical symptoms presented. Interesting! I’ve always read that something like 90% of reactions will involve urticaria or itching, respiratory issues, etc... in addition to the gastrointestinal symptoms. ...

3. If you have gotten your COVID Vaccine...

   schoolnursenewbie replied to Cattz's topic in School

   I got the Moderna vaccine. First shot- sore arm for 3 days. Second shot- 24 hours of pain, fever, vomiting, chills. Followed by another 24 hrs of fatigue...the back to normal! Mildly sore arm through it all.

4. Epi pens and stomach pain

   schoolnursenewbie posted a topic in School

   Hello all... I have not yet had to give an epi pen, but I have a question for you. I am in elementary and kids complain of stomach pain often. I have a few anaphylactic kiddos and I know anaphylaxis can present with symptoms such as stomac...

5. WA Endorsement Process - Longest in the Nation???

   schoolnursenewbie replied to BiscuitStripes's topic in Washington

   I finally got my license!! (Thank goodness as I’ve accepted a position out there!) ? Not sure why it took so long, but relieved to finally have it!

6. Second interview, with principal?

   schoolnursenewbie replied to schoolnursenewbie's topic in School

   Thank youuuu everyone! I’m so excited! My last school was a middle school and this will be at an elementary school, in another state! Big change! I’m really looking forward this new journey. I’ll be on the SN board asking questions and reading up for...

7. Second interview, with principal?

   schoolnursenewbie replied to schoolnursenewbie's topic in School

   I got the job ???

8. Second interview, with principal?

   schoolnursenewbie replied to schoolnursenewbie's topic in School

   Thank you! Still waiting to hear. They said they’d let me know either way. I’ll keep everyone posted. Appreciate the support!! ??

9. Second interview, with principal?

   schoolnursenewbie replied to schoolnursenewbie's topic in School

   Thank you for all the info and tips you guys! I appreciate it. ☺️ Even though I prepared, I’m not really sure how it went. I felt great on a couple questions and I rambled and fumbled on a couple others. First interview I answered every question...

10. Second interview, with principal?

    schoolnursenewbie replied to schoolnursenewbie's topic in School

    Thank you ? I had clinical scenario type questions in my first interview, so I’m thinking this one may be more “how would you handle an irate parent” type questions... my friend who interviewed with a Principal said hers was more of a “meet and...

11. Second interview, with principal?

    schoolnursenewbie posted a topic in School

    Hello! I have a second interview coming up, with the same health services staff that did my first one and the Principal of the school I may be placed in. Anyone have experience with this? My current school nursing position only had one panel int...

12. WA Endorsement Process - Longest in the Nation???

    schoolnursenewbie replied to BiscuitStripes's topic in Washington

    I called the background/fingerprint dept and they said they sent back my approved background check in August! That my application should have been in final review back then. Meanwhile the nursing licensing department is saying they’re waiting on my f...

13. WA Endorsement Process - Longest in the Nation???

    schoolnursenewbie replied to BiscuitStripes's topic in Washington

    I got my temporary permit. They also emailed me to say that my fingerprints are still processing and that’s the hold up. I’m worried now that my prints weren’t good enough quality or something...this is taking foreverrrr. She gave me contact info to ...

14. WA Endorsement Process - Longest in the Nation???

    schoolnursenewbie replied to BiscuitStripes's topic in Washington

    From Florida. (I’m a former Seattle resident- but that was prior to becoming a nurse). I’ve emailed with an employee there who stated all was in order, just waiting on the fingerprint check to come back okay. The processing time seems ridiculous...

15. WA Endorsement Process - Longest in the Nation???

    schoolnursenewbie replied to BiscuitStripes's topic in Washington

    I applied in the beginning of July for my WA endorsement and am still waiting! I JUST got my temporary Practice Permit from them yesterday. It’s sooo slow. ?