k1p1ssk BSN, RN

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    Nurses Pass Ideas?

    k1p1ssk replied to WeakSeaWorthiness's topic in School

    Here's what I have used! nurse
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    That's So Fetch! (Pink Wednesdays)

    k1p1ssk replied to Farawyn's topic in School

    I managed the full magenta scrub set
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    That's So Fetch! (Pink Wednesdays)

    k1p1ssk replied to Farawyn's topic in School

    Pink fleece scrub jacket!
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    C'Mon Now!

    k1p1ssk replied to OyWithThePoodles's topic in School

    I found this post, which seemed to have some really good info: https://yourfavoriteschoolnursesays.school.blog/2023/02/15/assessment-basics-for-the-school-nurse-ears/ I do try to go over this...
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    C'Mon Now!

    k1p1ssk replied to OyWithThePoodles's topic in School

    I do have a replacement battery as well... But if it is indeed dead, I plan on purchasing my own (I've kinda wanted one for home anyway) and I'll use that for the remainder of this year, and I'll be...
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    Counselor dumping

    k1p1ssk replied to MountainRN's topic in School

    Yikes! How inappropriate. If you have not already had a conversation with this counselor when you are both free of students, then that should be your first step. The conversation should focus on...
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    That's So Fetch! (Pink Wednesdays)

    k1p1ssk replied to Farawyn's topic in School

    I managed to remember my rose pink scrubs today! Cool Kids, Cool Kids, Cool
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    C'Mon Now!

    k1p1ssk replied to OyWithThePoodles's topic in School

    Y'all - My otoscope passed away this morning. I assumed the battery was dead, so I plugged it in but alas, no light after charging for 3 hours! I'm going to replace the lightbulb tomorrow when a new...
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    No drug testing for schools?

    k1p1ssk replied to Emergent's topic in School

    Yeah, I think our contract says the district has a right to drug test you if there is a concern, but it is not a routine procedure on hire. We do have to keep our CORI up to date (every 3 years) and...
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    Ketones and Diabetic Students

    k1p1ssk replied to nurse__ab19's topic in School

    Our diabetic student orders for high ketones are to call the provider for instructions - it would usually be to replace their pump catheter/pod but also for a 1x dose of SC insulin via syringe, watch...
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    PEARS vs PALS vs BLS

    k1p1ssk replied to KidsNurseJen's topic in School

    I have only ever maintained my BLS Provider cert, but I did PEARS when I worked inpatient pedi and I found it to be incredibly informative to that practice and I use the assessment skills gained from...
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    Offered High School Nurse Position

    k1p1ssk replied to Oceanblue2u's topic in School

    It's hard to say, because you might find it to be an amazing fit, but if you're that much on the fence, I would say that maybe you shouldn't accept the job and wait to see if something else comes up....
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    That's So Fetch! (Pink Wednesdays)

    k1p1ssk replied to Farawyn's topic in School

    Managed some pink on my sneakers and socks today! I otherwise had to dress for the weather. It was -14 this morning when I left home
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    Field Trip PRN Medication Delegation (Texas)

    k1p1ssk replied to BunnyBunnyBSNRN's topic in School

    In MA, we are not allowed to delegate any PRNs with the exception of EpiPens for students who have a specific order. There is legislation in the works to be able to delegate glucagon in many states...
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    CLIA Waiver.... Do you have one?

    k1p1ssk replied to k1p1ssk's topic in School

    Yes, exactly. The application and fee is $180 and the waiver is good for 3
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    CLIA Waiver.... Do you have one?

    k1p1ssk posted a topic in School

    According to the FDA/CDC/CMS (https://www.cms.gov/Regulations-and-Guidance/Legislation/CLIA/Downloads/HowObtainCertificateofWaiver.pdf), if we perform routine Blood Glucose Testing, Urine Ketone...
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    Assessment resources for students with sensory disorders

    k1p1ssk replied to biscuits's topic in School

    I'm guessing a lot of the time, these kids are being brought down because they are "not themselves" but there aren't any specific reported symptoms. This is tough because you need to use your nursing...
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    Can I become a school nurse with only about 4 months of bedside experience?

    k1p1ssk replied to Nurse Beth's topic in Career Advice Column

    I very much appreciate the answers above. I've been a school nurse for nearly 7 years now, but it is something I also began to pursue while I was still a new grad, but thankfully, a mentor suggested...
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    Private School Nurse

    k1p1ssk replied to nurse jsc's topic in School

    It is unique - It's like a mini-city populated by teenagers! We get a lot of the autonomy of public school nursing, but the support of providers if we need it. Since I'm alone in my regular...
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    Countdown to Winter Break!

    k1p1ssk replied to BunnyBunnyBSNRN's topic in School

    One of us! One of us! One of
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    Private School Nurse

    k1p1ssk replied to nurse jsc's topic in School

    I've worked part-time at a private boarding high school for around 13 years. It's a rather elite college prep school, so kids on IEPs would likely not be accepted or even apply. The academic standards...
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    Countdown to Winter Break!

    k1p1ssk replied to BunnyBunnyBSNRN's topic in School

    We go back the 2nd. It's ridiculous. Like anyone is going to get anything done for those 2
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    CLIA Waiver.... Do you have one?

    k1p1ssk replied to k1p1ssk's topic in School

    Yeah, I think it was something we had just shrugged about - it had never been mentioned in any meeting before COVID and then all of a sudden the state reps were like, "FYI, once this emergency...
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    That's So Fetch! (Pink Wednesdays)

    k1p1ssk replied to Farawyn's topic in School

    I went all purple people eater yesterday 😅 It matched my mood for the hump day before break
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    Shout-out to admin assistants that ROCK

    k1p1ssk posted a topic in School

    This is so silly, but the AA at my school asked if I needed any office supplies. My highlighters are virtually all dried up, so I asked if I could get a couple new ones - no care for specific colors,...