Confused ....... I have seen that tomorrow is School Nurse's Day and I have also seen that it is May 11 ??? Wanted to see what you know ?? Either way, I will be overlooked just like in years past....
Keepstanding replied to Keepstanding's topic in School
As always.......Nothing...Nada..... No one even knows it's our day. I'm accustomed to it. I'm here for the kids. It's all about education, not health care. I'm the minority.....whatever
Keepstanding replied to Keepstanding's topic in School
Indeed !! HAPPY SCHOOL NURSES DAY, to all of my pink wearing, saltine giving, band aid applying, Ritalin giving, ice pack making, care plan writing, Insulin giving, Exceptionally Professional and...
Keepstanding replied to Keepstanding's topic in School
Well Mr.Nurse(x2), ADN......that sounds like just enough to share with all of your SN friends !! Seriously though, that is wonderful and I'm sure you are greatly appreciated at your school. HAPPY...
Keepstanding replied to OyWithThePoodles's topic in School
Half the kids who come to me complaining of a stomach ache, really only need to take a dump. BUT WHY OH WHY DOES IT ALWAYS HAVE TO BE DONE IN MY CLINIC !!! THE PLACE SMELLS TO HIGH HEAVEN RIGHT NOW...
Keepstanding replied to FloridaBeagle's topic in School
WELCOME ABOARD !! This group of School Nurse's are the BEST around ! These folks have helped me out so much and I love each one ! Glad you are with us !
Keepstanding replied to Keepstanding's topic in School
I don't recall anyone here lacking compassion. I don't recall anyone here not doing their best to protect the "seizing" student. Student safety is our first priority. THAT'S WHAT WE DO !! Some of...
Keepstanding replied to Jedrnurse's topic in School
The Crying Wolf kid is a hard one to figure out. I have been told so many tales by kids who swear they are really sick, crying, shaking, etc.. Then when I send them back to the class to pack up,...
Keepstanding replied to fawnmarie's topic in School
This post makes me very sad. While I complain about this job sometimes, and complain about the students who get on your last nerve.....I am still in this business for the children. They are why...
First Grader comes in for daily med: "My arm hurts, It has hurt for a month now". Fourth Grader comes in for classroom band aids: "I have a headache". Kindergartener comes in to hand me a paper from...
Keepstanding replied to JerseyTomatoMDCrab's topic in School
Yes !! Yes !! Yes !! I have seen this too. The teacher's kids seem to feel entitled because their Mom's work here. Come without a pass, expecting "special" treatment, etc. NO ! I have...
This is exactly how I feel some days. I am sorry things are rough for you right now. Hang on Friend !!! It's almost the end of the year ! Sending you big SN
It has come to my attention that I come up regularly at the teacher lunch table each day. It appears that several co-workers don't mind openly bashing me and criticizing me for the medical decisions...