shamski

What would you suggest for preparation for the exam? Also, I live and work in NE Ohio (between Cleveland and Erie, PA) and have over 20 years Peds and Peds ER experience. What benefit would it be to obtain a School Nurse licensure vs. becoming a Certified School Nurse--do employers value one over the other? Thanks in advance!!

Many school districts are hard up for substitutes--keep in mind, in the district I sub for, the pay in not that good-$90 for 7 1/2 hr day--the same as a sub teacher. It will at least show you are doing something while you search for another job. Most districts require an RN with BSN for full time-some require school nurse licensure in addition to a BSN. Pay is commensurate with credentials. As a recent grad, I suggest you get experience in an acute care setting (hospital) to master technical skills and assessments.

Thanks for the quick reply. I'm planning to take the exam this summer but want to begin the study process so I don't have to cram.

Is a nurse who has been employed for the past 4 years as a substitute school nurse eligible to sit for the exam?