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geocachingRN

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  1. Certification vs not and the role of the profesional organization

    geocachingRN posted a topic in School

    I just need to vent here as I'm caught in the crossfire and it's a huge issue. A nurse in a local district did not meet the requirements to be a school nurse in her state. When it was pointed out to...

  2. Certification vs not and the role of the profesional organization

    geocachingRN replied to geocachingRN's topic in School

    Thanks Jolie, but unless I'm reading the thread wrong, it seems the prevailing flow is that unless a patient is directly in harms way and I see it, it's none of my business. Not sure that applies...

  3. Advice for (hopeful) newbie?

    geocachingRN replied to KrystinaRN's topic in School

    Hi Krystina: Martha recommends doing a search on this form for interview questions. Did a nurse get hired for the position where you are at now? Good luck with your interview! Cheers,

  4. My district has gone from 14 nurses to 3.5 in 5 years

    geocachingRN posted a topic in School

    and the job description hasn't changed in that time. Also, my boss told me today that he wants to have one nurse by 2015 for 16 elementary school, 9 secondary schools and 10 Alt ed/charter schools....

  5. My district has gone from 14 nurses to 3.5 in 5 years

    geocachingRN replied to geocachingRN's topic in School

    Hi Martha: The answer to all of the above is yes, and my director does not care. Yes UAP's do not assess well and send kids home costing the district ADA money; yes, there isn't enough time to follow...

  6. Last week

    geocachingRN replied to BunnyBunnyBSNRN's topic in School

    Indeed, good luck to you and don't be a stranger! Are you interested in working in an American

  7. Spanish immersion program recommendations

    geocachingRN posted a topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    I would like to immerse myself in Spanish this summer and am looking for a Spanish language course south of the US border. These are my primary learning goals: * Calming and comforting a patient...

  8. My district has gone from 14 nurses to 3.5 in 5 years

    geocachingRN replied to geocachingRN's topic in School

    I've heard a rumor that a district somewhere had an issue with there liability insurance when their district wanted to do the same. Other than filing a labor dispute, I don't know what to do! Our...

  9. School nurse wants advice about immigration to Canada

    geocachingRN replied to HeidiRoots's topic in International Nursing

    So I'm curious on how are young diabetic children who need help with their insulin are taken care of in

  10. New Grad RNs...what are you doing in the meantime? Any suggestions?

    geocachingRN replied to brighteyesRN's topic in California Nursing

    More suggestions to keep you from going crazy, most are free or cheap: Track down all the free CME and learning opportunities you can. Volunteer as a health assistant for your child's school (find...

  11. School Nursing Credential Oversight?

    geocachingRN posted a topic in School

    Here's one for you: A local district hired a school nurse who did not have a school nurse credential. They wrote a contract instead and call her a district nurse. Interestingly, in California there...

  12. School Nursing Credential Oversight?

    geocachingRN replied to geocachingRN's topic in School

    I see, so you do need additional education. Ca is similar, a 4 year degree in any subject and a nursing credential will qualify one for a preliminary credential, then you have 5 years to clear the...

  13. Last 60 or Cumulative? 3.6/3.2 Which one will they take???

    geocachingRN replied to bloree07's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    last 60

  14. School Nursing Credential Oversight?

    geocachingRN replied to geocachingRN's topic in School

    Wow, that's great. Are there any programs online? In California one has to be credentialed like as a teacher, it's equivilent to one year post grad at most schools. I'm going to go to CSU Fresno who...

  15. PLEASE i need help! I failed Nclex 5 times!!!

    geocachingRN replied to 7Laquisha's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Saunders is a bit out of date with its question format. Content is still good and if you are pressed for time, then it can be a great review if used correctly. That means taking the test at the end...

  16. PLEASE i need help! I failed Nclex 5 times!!!

    geocachingRN replied to 7Laquisha's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I took the NCLEX Feb 2009 and I took Kaplan over two weeks with about 10 days after to do as many questions as I could before the test. I did all of the qbank questions and all of the tests - the...

  17. Need help! Please read

    geocachingRN replied to casemandel's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Take a class at a community college and pump tat GPA over 3.00! Also, It's my understanding that CSU's and UC's will not grant a second 4 year degree, even an accelerated one. Do you know something...

  18. VENT!!!! (you've been warned)

    geocachingRN replied to BunnyBunnyBSNRN's topic in School

    California suspended reimbursement for scoliosis screenings for three years and although they are still recommended, they are not required. Rationale: The USPSTF did not find good evidence that...

  19. Online graduate programs are now competitive with CSUs

    geocachingRN posted a topic in General Students

    I chose a brick-and-mortar school because I wanted the classroom experience, but the costs have gone up (15% this year and another 15% projected for next year) and the course offerings are getting...

  20. Setting diabetics free

    geocachingRN replied to Flare's topic in School

    I'm in a Title 1 school district with a population that doesn't see diabetes as a problem unless they are symptomatic. The high schoolers are on their own mostly and thank goodness we log! We get to...

  21. How to become a School Nurse in CA

    geocachingRN replied to fireline's topic in School

    1) need a BS, or BA in any subject 2) Go to the local Board of Education to apply for the preliminary credential, just like a teacher. This credential is valid for 5 years. 3) Within that 5 years you...

  22. Magazines and Continuing Education for the New Grad Nurse

    geocachingRN replied to BrandNewbieNurse's topic in General Nursing

    http://www.medscape.com/nurses

  23. Helpful hints DVD

    geocachingRN replied to ipasgas1's topic in General Nursing

    I'm interested in what topics would be

  24. Not qualified for school nursing

    geocachingRN posted a topic in School

    I just found out a nurse in a different school district isn't qualified to hold the position. Her school hired her anyway. She doesn't have a 4 year degree and doesn't qualify for a preliminary...

  25. Not qualified for school nursing

    geocachingRN replied to geocachingRN's topic in School

    Indeed Flare, you address the exact point I was getting at. I appreciate and respect all of those who are doing this job without thanks or respectable pay, regardless of the initials after their...