GatezRN

GatezRN

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  1. Calling all camp nurses working 2022 session

    GatezRN replied to NRSKarenRN's topic in Camp

    Leaving on Wednesday 6/22 for my 4th Summer at camp. My camp is in NH. Residential camp with 3 sessions. Any where from 100 - 240 kids per session, around 100 staff. We host international campers...

  2. Who supplies your O2 for camp?

    GatezRN posted a topic in Camp

    I work for a camp in NH. The company who has supplied our O2 tanks is not out of business. Where to you all source your tanks from? Is it a seasonal contract? Looking forward to camp again...

  3. Vaccine mandate?

    GatezRN posted a topic in Camp

    Hi all, I'm just wondering, are your camps mandating Covid vaccine for campers this year? Our camp is requiring the vaccine for all staff, but a decision has not been made regarding

  4. Questions for getting started in this specialty

    GatezRN replied to quickkarma's topic in Camp

    I started once both my kids were a good age for camp. Knowing my amazing experience at Summer camp as a kid, I wanted to give them the opportunity. I asked around and was referred to a camp in NH....

  5. Any other states get responding to COVID scenarios guidelines yet?

    GatezRN replied to JenTheSchoolRN's topic in School

    MA nurse also. I'm searching for the isolation room requirements. Could you provide a link? I've been searching through all my CDC and DESE information, but I can't seem to locate. Thank

  6. The fate of camp this Summer

    GatezRN posted a topic in Camp

    I'm wondering what the fate of camps will be this Summer due to the Covid-19 pandemic. I know our Board is having a teleconference next week to discuss. Our camp hosts international campers and...

  7. Another face mask post

    GatezRN replied to SchoolNurse91's topic in School

    Had one student show up with a mask in K last week. Called mom. Explained that the mask is not only a distraction to student and classmates, who now think the little one is sick, but it was causing...

  8. Your favorite extracurriculars?

    GatezRN replied to guest464345's topic in School

    Official earring replacer.

  9. tick tock....1 more sleep

    GatezRN replied to Bulldogs's topic in School

    Yesssss! 1 more sleep! My students are off the wall today... tons of belly aches, headaches, cough/sneezies. Sympathetic to several who the holidays are difficult for. Teachers are also over it...

  10. Good PRN job for school nurses

    GatezRN replied to Nursetravel246's topic in School

    I stayed on PRN at the hospital for 4 years. Two years ago, I took a position as a camp nurse during the summers. Best job ever! It's busy, but relatively stress free and so much fun. My kids come...

  11. New school nurse- not sure if I like it. Help!

    GatezRN replied to RNashley86's topic in School

    Give yourself a bit more time. School nursing is unlike any other area of nursing. It's overwhelming at first and training for a school nurse position is typically sub par. Making decisions without...

  12. Hiring nurses

    GatezRN replied to UTVOL3's topic in Camp

    There is a School Nurse Group on Facebook. I put a quick post up there and had several people respond. We hired a nurse that I think will be a perfect fit for our camp. Good

  13. Happy Nurses' Week, my loves!

    GatezRN replied to Farawyn's topic in School

    Happy Nurse's Week! I received lovely flowers, a nice card, and a sweet desk sign that says "I'm a School Nurse, What's your Superpower?" I love my school. Have a great week

  14. Donning my armor!

    GatezRN replied to MHDNURSE's topic in School

    Good luck! Our district has become pretty strict on this as well. No food for birthdays. Parents may send in a non-food item to celebrate if they wish. Halloween, Christmas, and Valentines we do...

  15. NCSN are you certified?

    GatezRN replied to NutmeggeRN's topic in School

    I passed certification a few years back. My pay bumped a good bit

  16. MA Nurses

    GatezRN replied to MHDNURSE's topic in School

    I did not see an option for BMI data submission on MIIS (which is a nightmare quite frankly ?). Submitted my K survey through MIIS, PK through survey monkey. I don't typically submit my BMI data for...

  17. TODAY!!!!!

    GatezRN replied to Supernrse01's topic in School

    One more day, one more day! I can do this... (sitting quietly in my

  18. EpiPens4Schools

    GatezRN replied to BrisketRN's topic in School

    I ordered my Epi through EpiPens4Schools on 9/2. I recieved my 0.3mg auto injectors, but not the Jr's. I called and was told they are still on back order. Thankfully all my students with allergies...

  19. Per Diem job advice please

    GatezRN replied to As75181n's topic in Nursing Career

    Have you looked into being a school nurse

  20. Therapy dogs and Allergies

    GatezRN replied to NutmeggeRN's topic in School

    Our OT started a therapy dog program here and typically interacts with our preschoolers during their OT sessions. We reviewed allergies and our plan is to contact the parents of students with...

  21. Music in your office?

    GatezRN replied to MHDNURSE's topic in School

    Nora Jones right

  22. SMART goals for student learning

    GatezRN posted a topic in School

    Ugh! Its that time of year when I need to formulate a new "student learning" goal for evaluation purposes. I struggle with this each year. This year is the beginning of a two year cycle for me, so...

  23. SMART goals for student learning

    GatezRN replied to GatezRN's topic in School

    Thank you all for your great

  24. FriYAY

    GatezRN replied to WineRN's topic in School

    Longest Friday ever..... Spring break starting at 3:25 today!!!! Disney bound

  25. When is your Spring Break & what are you doing?

    GatezRN replied to tining's topic in School

    April 14th and.... I'm going to