JenTheSchoolRN BSN, RN

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    Say what...?

    JenTheSchoolRN replied to kidzcare's topic in School

    So much word on the sending kids down five minutes before the final bell for something like a "headache." Seriously, if you lived without Tylenol all day, you will live 5 more minutes. And while I...
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    "I hit my ear"

    JenTheSchoolRN replied to fetch's topic in School

    Vaseline is a miracle
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    What cracked me up today

    JenTheSchoolRN replied to Flare's topic in School

    I don't know if I want my MS kids smelling like Axe body spray. It grosses me out a lot, I'll admit. But a step in the right direction!
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    Flu in School: 2014-2015

    JenTheSchoolRN replied to Farawyn's topic in School

    Ugh. Haven't dealt with that yet, but the stomach bug is early this year in my neck of the woods. I sent home 12+ students vomiting in one
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    School Nurses

    JenTheSchoolRN replied to mdonohue76's topic in School

    In MA, you need to be an RN, have a BSN or MSN, and get certified as a school nurse through the Department of Education. However, I got a job with the certification in a charter school, but am...
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    Vitals?

    JenTheSchoolRN replied to chasinRT's topic in School

    I bought a temporal one I can wipe down with alcohol wipes in between students. Timesaver. I double check with oral temp if I suspect a true
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    38C fever, no ride home?

    JenTheSchoolRN replied to Elixer's topic in School

    Same thing happened here recently with 10 minutes left in the school day. Options - home on bus and home in 15 minutes, wait for parent to come on public transport to pick up student, then take...
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    Substance abuse...Who calls the parent?

    JenTheSchoolRN replied to RNqueens's topic in School

    If I had a student present to me like I would as well. That student is clearly not safe to remain in school as she is likely to injure herself in that state. Last week just before Thanksgiving break...
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    Missed a fracture.

    JenTheSchoolRN replied to Farawyn's topic in School

    THIS. Seriously, we are human and fractures in kids can be tough. They can compensate well and sometimes evidence of a fracture isn't seen until 2 days later. I have gotten to the point where I am...
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    Hygiene Issue

    JenTheSchoolRN replied to kw1253's topic in School

    Ditto.
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    Applying for a School Nurse position. Any tips?

    JenTheSchoolRN replied to gentle_ben_RN's topic in School

    Comparison of FERPA and HIPAA Privacy Rule | State Public Health | ASTHO It is still confusing. I worked in higher education administration before going to nursing school, so I was very, very...
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    What nursing reference books do you keep in your office?

    JenTheSchoolRN replied to ohiobobcat's topic in School

    The internet (drugs.com, reliable sources, of course). I use a lot of reference sources on the internet through the National Association of School Nurses. I am, however, shopping around for a good...
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    Elementary Burn Out

    JenTheSchoolRN replied to guest83140's topic in School

    YES. I put first aid kits in all the classrooms that include bandaids, gauze, lip balm, alcohol wipes, and most importantly a few pads and tampons. Because #1 visit to my office? Needing a pad...
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    Suicide

    JenTheSchoolRN replied to Farawyn's topic in School

    This also makes me so sad and I feel sick reading it. I, too, am glad some of those kids reached out to an adult right away. ::hugs:: Farawyn. And good thoughts to that child that he is found, and...
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    Middle School/High School and Supplies

    JenTheSchoolRN replied to peaceful2100's topic in School

    You get acknowledged during nurse's week? I get
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    Middle School/High School and Supplies

    JenTheSchoolRN replied to peaceful2100's topic in School

    I am also in a MS/HS with about 500 students. I do have a larger budget, but even a larger budget doesn't go far. Cheap ice pack: super cheap sponges (you can get 'em at the dollar store), soak in...
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    Do you have a blood glucose meter in your office?

    JenTheSchoolRN replied to ohiobobcat's topic in School

    Ditto. When my non-compliant student needed to use my meter more than the random occasional time, I reached out to mom because my meter isn't going to sync info with her. She sent me another meter...
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    Do you have a blood glucose meter in your office?

    JenTheSchoolRN replied to ohiobobcat's topic in School

    I answered some of these questions previously, but I budgeted for my extra meter, I add it test strips to my budget, and I maintain and calibrate the machine. I presented its need to my boss and it...
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    Head Lice!

    JenTheSchoolRN replied to SnowyJ's topic in School

    I wish I could persuade my school to avoid classroom checks, but I have gotten them to limit it "class only." Our young students tend to travel with the same group of kids all day and I only check...
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    To all my non-hospital nurses

    JenTheSchoolRN replied to laKrugRN's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I knew hospital nursing wasn't for me. I fell into school nursing right after passing the NCLEX; started as sub, than landed a full-time job. I love it. Can't picture doing anything
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    Stock Epinephrine

    JenTheSchoolRN replied to chasinRT's topic in School

    I have, it has just been a trial getting the new orders signed by those that need to...long story. But working on
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    Head Lice!

    JenTheSchoolRN replied to SnowyJ's topic in School

    Sure thing: Tips for Parents: Myths About Head Lice |
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    Head Lice!

    JenTheSchoolRN replied to SnowyJ's topic in School

    I know - I tried to reduce it a bit, but it attached so large! I had it printed to hang in my office for reference - mainly for staff
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    Head Lice!

    JenTheSchoolRN replied to SnowyJ's topic in School

    I like this for reference
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    I never would have thought of that...

    JenTheSchoolRN replied to OhioCCRN's topic in General Nursing

    Rubbing an ice cube on the spot will do the trick as well when it is a fresh blood stain. I've gotten out more than a few drops of blood with it... I'm a school nurse. All my tricks are designed to...