Purple_Scrubs

Purple_Scrubs BSN, RN

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  1. I <3 my staff!

    Purple_Scrubs replied to Purple_Scrubs's topic in School

    It is truly amazing the difference good leadership can

  2. I <3 my staff!

    Purple_Scrubs posted a topic in School

    Just had to put that out there. I love my staff and my school. The math coach just stopped by and gave me a ton of little science reader activity books to use for students waiting for parent pickip....

  3. For the Student or for the Teacher

    Purple_Scrubs replied to SchoolNurseLaura's topic in Activism, Healthcare

    You may also talk to the parent about having an ARD meeting and having his IEP plan changed. It may need to be specified that he is to be allowed to take his meals regardless of behavioral issues...

  4. For the Student or for the Teacher

    Purple_Scrubs replied to SchoolNurseLaura's topic in Activism, Healthcare

    In many states, it is a requirement by law that a child in school be served a meal tray with XYZ items on it. Whether the child eats it or not is their choice. I am in Texas, and I have had to go get...

  5. To leave or stay?

    Purple_Scrubs replied to luvmykidz's topic in General Nursing

    I agree that you should go for the new job if you think it is best for you and your family. However, I disagree with those who say there won't be hard feelings. This is the world of education, and it...

  6. School Nursing- First job as RN

    Purple_Scrubs replied to Jw1724's topic in School

    Holy cow. That is pathetic compensation. In my district we get paid on teacher's scale. Still a paycut from the hospital if you factor in OT and shift diffs, but the hours and working conditions more...

  7. I HATE My Job - Why did I ever go into Nursing?

    Purple_Scrubs replied to EmilyLucille523's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I have to disagree with much of this 1) If you hate nursing, please do not teach it. It shows. 2) DO listen to the people telling you to stay in the field...it CAN get better! You may not always feel...

  8. Should I join NASN

    Purple_Scrubs replied to millhouse's topic in School

    Unfortunately, no. We asked our director if we could approach the principal about covering part or all of the cost, since this is a direct benefit to the students at my school, and we were shot down...

  9. Should I join NASN

    Purple_Scrubs replied to millhouse's topic in School

    I believe it is worth it, but I am in the same boat with you with lack of funds, so mine has been lapsed for a while. I use the free and discounted CEUs, and I have used the free eye exams/glasses...

  10. School Nursing- First job as RN

    Purple_Scrubs replied to Jw1724's topic in School

    Since your clinical instructor recommended you, I am assuming she knows your abilities and your assessment skills. If she has faith in you, have faith in yourself! I got into school nursing after a...

  11. Teacher Contract?

    Purple_Scrubs replied to ASandRN's topic in School

    Personally, I do not see my position as administrative, even though a lot of what I do is administrative in nature. I see my position as a support services to the teachers. I think that by asking to...

  12. Is this for me??

    Purple_Scrubs replied to Love214's topic in School

    I have been in exactly your shoes, my advice is to keep at it for a couple years. My first few full years I sufferred terribly from the wanderlust and grass is greener mentality. This summer,...

  13. After school class ideas...

    Purple_Scrubs replied to LACA's topic in School

    I have seen items like a deck of cards, a tennis ball, etc. used to estimate portion size. Might be a good visual. This sounds like a great program, be sure to let us know how it

  14. work days per year

    Purple_Scrubs replied to rmoreno's topic in School

    I forget my number of days, maybe 187? But I have a choice whether to work summer school or not. This year I did not, and I enjoyed my summer so much I will probably not do it again! The extra pay is...

  15. Subbing ?

    Purple_Scrubs replied to OTconsideringBSN's topic in School

    I think it depends on you and what kind of support you have in your district. I did not have a lot of hospital experience when I started, and although the learning curve is steep, I did just fine. My...

  16. Back to school~

    Purple_Scrubs replied to mustlovepoodles's topic in School

    I can beat all of y'all...my school is literally still a construction zone. Kids are back Monday and as of right now, no one is allowed in the school except for the few of us in the office, and we...

  17. New School Nurse... help!

    Purple_Scrubs replied to cruzcontrol's topic in School

    Anyone know how to get Diet Dr. Pepper out of a computer keyboard? This post should have come with a warning label!

  18. Tops with chest pocket AND 2 front pockets?

    Purple_Scrubs posted a topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    As the title states, I've been looking for solid scrub tops with a chest pocket as well as the two front patch pockets. Most styles have either one or the other. I know Tafford sells the style I am...

  19. Any NP applicants?

    Purple_Scrubs replied to Best.at.heart's topic in Texas Nursing

    I just got my acceptance email from UTA this afternoon! So excited and nervous at the same

  20. Totally out of the loop...aargh!

    Purple_Scrubs posted a topic in School

    I am so aggravated! I had 2 students who get daily meds go on an all day field trip today, and I had no idea they were even gone until they did not show up for meds! Both had meds due around noon...

  21. interesting observation

    Purple_Scrubs replied to OncallRN's topic in School

    I agree. I also wonder if maybe the older kids are keeping inhalers in their backpacks without telling anyone? You would be surprised how many parents think this is

  22. Cough - send home?

    Purple_Scrubs replied to manjaNurse's topic in School

    I have occasionally sent a child home with a cough and no fever or other signs of illness, but very rarely. If the student is coughing incessantly to the point that they cannot participate fully, then...

  23. Had to Share !

    Purple_Scrubs replied to Keepstanding's topic in School

    Awwww, I love those special little moments! Thanks for

  24. Embarrassing/Clumsy Moments!

    Purple_Scrubs replied to BKCinNOLA's topic in Nursing Humor

    LOL, I have heard that you should never assume a woman to be pregnant unless you see the baby

  25. Comfort Food After a L o n g Shift

    Purple_Scrubs replied to EMSnut45's topic in General Nursing

    I used to love Einsteins after a hard night shift too. They had a spinach and cheese omlet on whole wheat bagel that was too die