AdobeRN

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  1. Home health charting ?

    AdobeRN replied to Cactus Nurse's topic in Private Duty

    We have a code we use on the MAR for meds given by the parent/guardian/other family member. I only chart it on the MAR if I see it given by the PCG - otherwise I will write in the narrative something...

  2. New school nurse position, is it normal to pay for everything?

    AdobeRN replied to samantha_sqbl's topic in School

    Wow! I am spoiled in my district. We do not pay for any of that. We are required to do vision/hearing screenings and need to be "certified" by the state but the district pays for that. My National...

  3. Teachers and head lice

    AdobeRN replied to BeckyESRN's topic in School

    Our policy is similar- any live lice student is sent home for treatment but nits are ok. I recheck the next day and then again in a week. Classroom checks/note home are done only if 2+ cases are...

  4. Your Clinic

    AdobeRN replied to Keepstanding's topic in School

    Just wondering how many in your student population ? K-5 840 Also, how big is your clinic, where is it located ? Decent size - large common area with refridgerator, counter space, sink & cabinets,...

  5. Gifts from students

    AdobeRN replied to pistolchick's topic in School

    I am in Elementary but often forgotten about too I do get some baked goods and gift cards - starbucks, various restaurants in the area, Target etc, soaps & lotions. I enjoy the gift cards -...

  6. Lavender?!

    AdobeRN replied to huffmannurse's topic in School

    Just like someone else pointed out - I feel like they are modern day snake oils. I don't understand how rubbing an oil on your temples will cure an ear infection, allergies, or whatever the chosen...

  7. IV Insertion in School?

    AdobeRN replied to meganec17's topic in General Nursing

    We had a skills lab - practiced on manniquins. Our instructors also made sure all of us had a day in pre-op day surgery for the purpose of starting IV's. We were exposed to it but for me I really...

  8. I don't like pediatric patients, am I normal?

    AdobeRN replied to Wonder RN's topic in General Nursing

    I don't like taking care of adults, learned that real quick in nursing school :) I consider myself a Pedi nurse tho I like the older kids - do not care for newborns or NICU

  9. How much time off for Winter Break?

    AdobeRN replied to SassyTachyRN's topic in School

    2 weeks 12/20-1/3. Counting down the

  10. Hardest part of nursing school?

    AdobeRN replied to Nurseades2b's topic in General Students

    ^^^^this! My advice to any nursing student! Study hard, get decent grades & don't draw attention to

  11. Hardest part of nursing school?

    AdobeRN replied to Nurseades2b's topic in General Students

    The actually school & learning was not the hard part for me...the hard part was all the BS, hoops you have to jump thru etc - dealing with instructors & some crazy students in my

  12. Hey RN's that used to be LPN's !

    AdobeRN replied to Tieuana's topic in General Nursing

    I finished the LVN program in July 2005 and started the LVN-RN program in January 2006, finished in May 2007. I wasn't concerned with getting experience as an LVN - I just wanted to make enough money...

  13. ACLS should always be 2 days and in person!

    AdobeRN replied to Emergent's topic in General Nursing

    I disagree - if you are experienced why waste your time to do the 2 day course - I think you should take what works for you - when I was working in the hospital I did the 2 day PALS certification...

  14. "I feel like I'm gonna puke"

    AdobeRN replied to ohiobobcat's topic in School

    Yes - this is my answer

  15. Should Healthcare Professionals Ask About Guns in the Home?

    AdobeRN replied to P-RN's topic in General Nursing

    I feel the

  16. Should Healthcare Professionals Ask About Guns in the Home?

    AdobeRN replied to P-RN's topic in General Nursing

    If I were to be asked that questions I would answer "none of your business" and move on. I do see where this is coming from though - just like the PSA stuff regarding car seats, smoking, weight loss...

  17. Orientation Questions

    AdobeRN replied to DEgalRN's topic in School

    How much orientation? Not much - I started subbing before working FT as a school nurse - orientation consisted of me stopping by the school for the nurse to show me where everything was located and...

  18. what do the students call you?

    AdobeRN replied to blah_blah_blah's topic in School

    My last name is hard to pronounce & starts with letter B- kids & staff call me "Nurse

  19. Older student trying to find the right fit

    AdobeRN replied to supermom44's topic in School

    I am rarely bored but every now and then I have days where I just want to scream if I get asked for one more bandaid or ice pack for some invisible injury :) I would not trade this job for another -...

  20. Accident Reporting

    AdobeRN replied to denstar's topic in School

    I log everything that walks thru my doors - even if it is just a bandaid or ice pack. It is my license on the line and besides who knows if that small bump or abrasion turns into something bigger when...

  21. Discussing Menstruation With Students

    AdobeRN replied to aetienn6's topic in School

    We don't have a policy about it but I have had some high maintenance parents that have gotten upset with me in the past because I have given their child information. Now I am very cautious about what...

  22. Students with Psych Issues

    AdobeRN replied to Keepstanding's topic in School

    I am in elementary so the few I have are just violent, out of control behavior issues - I do not deal with them unless medication or injury are involved - usually the special ed teacher, AP, Principal...

  23. Unlabeled meds

    AdobeRN replied to chasinRT's topic in School

    I get that every now and then. I just give the parents a copy of the policy and let them know they are welcome to come into my office to administer the neb treatment themselves and I will be happy to...

  24. How much time do you get for Thanksgiving break?

    AdobeRN replied to Eleven011's topic in School

    Whole week - I can't

  25. Babysiting the "problem children"

    AdobeRN replied to lifelearningrn's topic in School

    I do not handle these type of behavior issues - they go to AP, Principal or Counselor office. IF they are SPED - our SPED teacher will handle them if needed. The only time I am involved is if there...