bsyrn ASN, RN

Peds, School Nurse, clinical instructor

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    Parent FYI Calls

    bsyrn replied to schoolnurse64's topic in School

    Other than what has already been said, I NEVER ace wrap anything. If the student needs an ace wrap, they need an x-ray. That is one thing I never waver on. just my 2 cents
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    Give me some hope...Is ANYONE happy being a nurse??

    bsyrn replied to Rebekah1882's topic in General Nursing

    I wanted to be a nurse since I was 5 years old, I have never once regretted my decision. There are so many avenues you can take in nursing and while the job market is tough, there are jobs out there....
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    What to do about a classmate that is a pathological liar?

    bsyrn replied to Brilton's topic in General Students

    Walk away, it's not your business. Concentrate on what you need to do to be successful, everything else will work it's way
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    Ferpa violation? I'm so confused!

    bsyrn replied to rdsxfnrn's topic in School

    Probably one mistake was not asking the head of your school before sending out the email. Also, I would think you would need parental permission to include any kids in this project. As long as you...
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    I want to be a school nurse

    bsyrn replied to DinoJack's topic in School

    I probably would go in to PSA since they are the ones advertising the position. Good luck
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    New to this.. Feeling like maybe I made a mistake

    bsyrn replied to Rn,Ame's topic in School

    Sorry your first few week have been so bad, hang in there, it does get better. I have Lysol spray, Clorox wipes and an air purifier in my office. Every time a sick student comes in I sanitize...
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    Why did you become nurses?

    bsyrn replied to rupertmichaes's topic in General Nursing

    1) My Mom was a nurse, that's how I became interested in Nursing. 2) Yes, it's everything I thought it would be and more.....
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    Diabetic Logs

    bsyrn replied to stephaniehowe's topic in School

    The one I use is on the school health services website www.schoolhealthservicesny.com under the SN tool kit heading, blood glucose/insulin log. Hope this helps
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    Interview

    bsyrn replied to BABYJADE06's topic in School

    One question I specifically remember was " if you had a student who frequently came to the nurses office, how would you handle getting them to stay in class?" My questions were mostly scenario based,...
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    Very Unprofessional....

    bsyrn replied to Whoatemyburger's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Unfortunately, this is not all that uncommon. It's sad
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    I'm done...

    bsyrn replied to andreasmom02's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Have you tried home care nursing? I did peds and I loved it. Its one on one nursing, flexible schedule and because you work alone, there is no one to yell at you :) .I worked per diem so I was able...
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    First week as a school nurse- advice needed

    bsyrn replied to GrapeRN's topic in School

    Don't beat your self up...every day you will learn something new. Any time it comes to injuries, I always err on the side of caution and suggest an MD assessment and x-rays. More often than not, it...
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    Pre-adolescents/Adolescent Medication

    bsyrn replied to ERRNDeans's topic in School

    I don't because I only have 2 and know them both well.....it would not be a bad idea though. You can never be too
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    That's a new request...

    bsyrn replied to Cackalacky's topic in School

    That just made my day....I needed a good laugh. TGIF
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    Worst part of being a school nurse

    bsyrn replied to fetch's topic in School

    I am glad they are taking it on as a case...so many times they
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    Worst part of being a school nurse

    bsyrn replied to fetch's topic in School

    Sorry this is going on, just keep doing what your doing...
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    Agency allows caregivers total control

    bsyrn replied to danij040866's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    I worked in home health and can tell you first hand, not all agencies are like yours. If possible, I would get out of there as soon as you can. Companies can only get away with what employees...
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    pica

    bsyrn replied to dsherman's topic in Emergency

    I'm kind of thinking they probably don't "want" to eat
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    Help!

    bsyrn replied to ICFMR nurse's topic in General Nursing

    Make sure you hold the skin taunt, place the needle bevel up and as the others stated go in barely under the skin. It just takes practice, you will get
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    Respect....or the lack thereof...(RANT ALERT!)

    bsyrn replied to Ilovegiraffes's topic in School

    I feel your pain
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    Career Dilemma

    bsyrn replied to lmm76's topic in Nursing Career

    The first thing you could do would be contact your local college and see what credits would be transferrable. That way you would have a better idea of what route to take. LPN, RN, ADN, BSN.... If...
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    Nursing instructors-explain why...

    bsyrn replied to deetrain's topic in General Students

    Is it really necessary to scold a student when the situation isn't that serious? Ie.) Not offering coffee (I didn't know what her drinking/diet restrictions were). If you make a big scene in front of...
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    Has anyone ever look down on you because you are a nurse

    bsyrn replied to dulcet's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I get looked down at every day because I am short, not because I am a nurse
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    Frustrated and burned out rookie nurse. Please advise!

    bsyrn replied to Veronica.c's topic in Long Term Acute Care

    Maybe it's time to look for a new job. Most places have issues but not any where near as bad as you describe. Have you thought about home care or private duty nursing? You can provide complete care to...
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    Bad Parents

    bsyrn replied to KelRN215's topic in Pediatric

    I totally agree with the other posters. Please call MAW, this child deserves to have HIS wish granted. SHAME on his