schooldistrictnurse

schooldistrictnurse

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  1. Pseudo Munchausen parents...

    schooldistrictnurse replied to wooh's topic in Pediatric

    My understanding of fragile child is parents who have legitimately been through a trauma or severe illness with a child and then can't "let go" and exaggerate every symptom and overprotect the

  2. Pseudo Munchausen parents...

    schooldistrictnurse replied to wooh's topic in Pediatric

    Some of these scenarios sound like fragile child

  3. May I introduce . . .

    schooldistrictnurse posted a topic in School

    Schooldistrictnurse, RN, BSN, NCSN!!!! I passed the national certification

  4. Need Advice - Seizure Issue!!

    schooldistrictnurse replied to uthscsa2011's topic in School

    In my state this can be delegated and we have many UAP trained to give diastat. They are not trained, however, on a 5 minute schedule with bus fumes in their faces!!! You made the absolute right...

  5. Just finished my 2nd week....

    schooldistrictnurse replied to Morganalefey's topic in School

    We have it printed right on our med form that expired meds and any meds left on the last day of school will be discarded. I find a gentle heart to heart with a student helps them to understand that...

  6. May I introduce . . .

    schooldistrictnurse replied to schooldistrictnurse's topic in School

    The question was raised about how hard the exam was--I used the NASN certification review book (which has practice tests for each chapter) and made my own flash cards (I ended up with over 200 flash...

  7. Where to look for school nurse positions?

    schooldistrictnurse replied to %63theend's topic in School

    In my state, the Department of Public Instruction has a state-wide web listing of all job postings in the state for school systems. You have to register for access, but you don't have to be an...

  8. No Coverage for Sick Days

    schooldistrictnurse replied to squidbilly's topic in School

    I know this isn't helpful at all, but it's not really your problem. You are legally allowed to be sick. You must report to someone up the food chain (district nurse?). Coverage is their problem as...

  9. FERPA- Daily Logs

    schooldistrictnurse replied to SchoolRNOH's topic in School

    "Apr 5, '09 by bergren It is legal to use "memory joggers", papers with mutliple names that are eventually destroyed when a notation is made in a student's permanent record. A temporary health room...

  10. No co-pay epi pens

    schooldistrictnurse posted a topic in School

    Are you aware that the mfgr of Epi Pen is offering a no co-pay card that can be used until the end of 2013? The number to call to get a card is

  11. No co-pay epi pens

    schooldistrictnurse replied to schooldistrictnurse's topic in School

    The offer is from the manufacturer, it is not tied to school or insurance carrier or anything. The fine print is that they will cover up to $100 per co-pay, so if you are paying totally out of...

  12. parent refuses to send prescribed meds at school..

    schooldistrictnurse replied to kam474's topic in School

    I would document "no med available--parent has been contacted" or "med held per parent request" until the issue is

  13. Is it Safe for UAP's to manage G-Tubes?

    schooldistrictnurse replied to antropov87's topic in General Nursing

    UAP's do many tasks in a school setting. As far as supervision, though, I observe every delegated task in my schools on a quarterly basis as a minimum, and conduct refresher training

  14. How do experienced nurses do it to memorize everything?

    schooldistrictnurse replied to NursingBro's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    It has been many many years since I worked in a hospital, but my "brain" always had a place to note things done as well as a place for things to do--like ambulate x2 or wound care, etc, so that I...

  15. Experienced Nurse, how to get more....

    schooldistrictnurse replied to SnowybirdRN's topic in School

    We come from a wide variety of experience, but I think all would agree that you need super assessment and problem-solving skills, great communication ability, the ability to work independently and the...

  16. With all the allergies children have nowadays...?

    schooldistrictnurse replied to caregiver1977's topic in School

    I strongly discourage furry pets and was backed up by our indoor air quality committee. I also do not encourage animal "guests" in the classroom. In my district, parents are even encouraged NOT to...

  17. Behavior issues

    schooldistrictnurse replied to lm1016nurse's topic in School

    Has this child been evaluated for special ed services? Do you have any medical diagnosis that would explain this behavior? Sounds like a team approach is needed here--parents, teachers,...

  18. Is it feasible/realistic to be able to work as a school nurse well into my 60's?

    schooldistrictnurse replied to bella201's topic in School

    My state also requires a BSN. My advice would be to sample all that nursing has to offer and don't lock yourself into one speciality. Every job you do prepares you in some way to do a better job in...

  19. Sore Throat Salt-Water Gargle? How Much Salt???

    schooldistrictnurse replied to uthscsa2011's topic in School

    Believe it or not, I would consider this an OTC which would require a parent signature. I wouldn't do it on my own. (Except if I had a sore

  20. How to search for a thread

    schooldistrictnurse replied to schooldistrictnurse's topic in School

    Thanks

  21. How to search for a thread

    schooldistrictnurse posted a topic in School

    I know this is available somewhere, but I am unable to find it!! Can someone give me directions on how to search a thread topic? We will be switching to Infinite Campus from PowerSchool and I know...

  22. Vision Screenings

    schooldistrictnurse replied to Lyssag18's topic in School

    You might be shocked to learn that my state does not require vision screening at all.

  23. Want to School Nurse...guidance welcome :-)

    schooldistrictnurse replied to Wokini1's topic in School

    You may be shocked to find out the pay vs. other areas of nursing. Check that out and see if you are comfortable. I would never want to discourage you, but it is a factor. good

  24. Interview today

    schooldistrictnurse replied to marcpamjoce1's topic in School

    Good luck to you on this new adventure! As long as you made a good impression, if this position doesn't work out, it sounds like there might be another in the wings. Allnurses is a great resource...

  25. Question of about indweling foley catheter procedure

    schooldistrictnurse replied to Christylky's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    GrnTea, we're limited by what our student's insurance provides. None of our kids have those no-touch units. This is