JenTheSchoolRN BSN, RN

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    Are we allowed to notify parents of pregnancy?

    JenTheSchoolRN replied to cowboysandangels's topic in School

    I have pregnancy tests. But I refer if any are positive and review this isn't a tool to officially diagnosis; this needs to be diagnosed at a doctor's office. I have a teen health center nearby I can...
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    Take Away Envelope/Containers

    JenTheSchoolRN replied to Supernrse01's topic in School

    Same. Unless student is 18. then they can sign up on any meds. I also waste at a local police department for non pick-ups (or if parent wants me to waste). I have my boss sign off that I wasted for...
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    Salting my ice now

    JenTheSchoolRN replied to ruby_jane's topic in School

    Oh, they are. Even my HS students do it. I give ice. I hate doing sometimes, but for my MS students, they will complain and complain and keep visiting me (and teachers let them!) until I give ice...
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    Happy School Nurse Day!

    JenTheSchoolRN posted a topic in School

    We are all rock stars! Also: my school put a note about this day today is our daily email that goes out to staff every day. First time they have done this and it is so simple, but you know what, it...
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    Happy School Nurses Day!

    JenTheSchoolRN replied to traumaRUs's topic in School

    Thank you! I've used Epi-pen for students with a previously unknown allergy, referred out for suspected concussions, and caught early stage appendicitis. But, school nurse are invaluable as well for...
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    Field Trips

    JenTheSchoolRN replied to SmallTownNurseSWL's topic in School

    I have specific pill envelopes for this - they have labeling for name, med, dose, time, route, adverse rxns. And I also put this in a plastic baggie with student's name on it in large lettering. And...
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    THAT GUT FEELING???!!!!!??

    JenTheSchoolRN replied to T-ROD's topic in School

    Go
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    Screenings for Cyber Students

    JenTheSchoolRN replied to NurseDew's topic in School

    I've heard of a cuber student, but since this student doesn't physically step into the school building, how does health stuff apply to them. I mean, they aren't going to virtually come to your office....
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    Teacher appreciation week...

    JenTheSchoolRN replied to nmr79's topic in School

    Today School Nurse day was recognized in my school's daily email to all staff. 1st time in the 6 years I've worked here. And then a staff member wished my happy school nurse day and hugged me when I...
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    Do You Remember...

    JenTheSchoolRN replied to Feral.Cat.Herder's topic in School

    I will say that I do carry underwear - but it is that kind that stretches to fit sizes 0 - 24 and is disposable. And I really only stock it and use them for period mishaps. And khakis are part of the...
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    Exclude for vomiting

    JenTheSchoolRN replied to Margaret K. Stephen's topic in School

    Same for me. Also, anxiety. I see anxiety related vomit a lot more, especially in HS. Oh, and allergy season post-nasal drip vomit. I ask students to tell me what vomit looked like if it was not...
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    using my personal phone instead of school provided

    JenTheSchoolRN replied to Nurse2Kids's topic in School

    Google Voice: https://voice.google.com It is awesome! You get a different phone number that goes through the Google Voice App on your phone and you can link it to a Google account; my school uses...
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    using my personal phone instead of school provided

    JenTheSchoolRN replied to Nurse2Kids's topic in School

    I don't have a school provided phone. I do, however, have a Google number that I have given parents (texting is awesome because I have it set up so the texts go to my work email as well) - not usually...
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    Do You Remember...

    JenTheSchoolRN replied to Feral.Cat.Herder's topic in School

    Ugh. Yes to art and paint! Paint is not the end of the world, folks. Own it like it is a new fashion fad. I also deal with older students - MS and HS - and they are like "but I have this after school"...
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    Ramadan

    JenTheSchoolRN replied to BunnyBunnyBSNRN's topic in School

    In my district, I've seen students start fasting usually around 7th grade. The school is super supportive - fasting can sometimes fall during MS and HS finals time and always during the period where...
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    Epipen for classroom teaching?

    JenTheSchoolRN replied to pedi_nurse's topic in School

    I teach my 9th graders basic first aid (like what to do in emergency) and how to give an Epi-pen. I them them all try using the tester. We also talk about using an AED - I'm not certified to teach...
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    Peanut Flour in Cheese Crackers

    JenTheSchoolRN replied to Feral.Cat.Herder's topic in School

    Truth. I carry back up glucose tabs and my favorite cheaper 15-20 carb snack: Welsh's fruit snack packs. They are also great because they are allergy safe (unless there is a fruit allergy) and gluten...
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    C'Mon Now!

    JenTheSchoolRN replied to OyWithThePoodles's topic in School

    I want to do this, but then I end up with a student that cannot see for the rest of the school day because they don't have a spare pair and/or someone cannot bring them to school. (And it always...
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    Speaking of summer...

    JenTheSchoolRN replied to BluebellRN's topic in School

    You could tell her that doing community theater tech is how I met my husband
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    hot glue guns

    JenTheSchoolRN replied to jess11RN's topic in School

    Hot glue guns are the reason I stock topical cooling gel. Doesn't do much but help soothe the initial burn, but that is enough. Easy on, easy out the door as well. A Hot glue gun also were the cause...
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    How many students do you see per day?

    JenTheSchoolRN replied to Cas1in72's topic in School

    500 students, grades 7-12. Visit total including daily meds this year thus far: 4,453 (!) At 135 school days thus far, I average 33 students a day. I have tried many things to reduce this and nothing...
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    I just can't

    JenTheSchoolRN replied to BunnyBunnyBSNRN's topic in School

    I love this show. But my husband is grossed out by it, so my guilty pleasure. But TV likes this really helps my emotions settle when they are high and that is high the battle right
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    Do you invest?

    JenTheSchoolRN replied to William2's topic in General Nursing

    School nurse; I qualify for the teachers retirement pension system. 11% of each paycheck to pay in. Yep, I signed up. School nursing isn't where you earn the big bucks, but there are some perks. Side...
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    Stupid hurts.

    JenTheSchoolRN replied to emtb2rn's topic in General Nursing

    School nurses can also relate. 3 bags of Flaming Cheetos in 10 minutes on a dare at lunch? Yep, I'm sure your stomach
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    Managing allergy symptoms

    JenTheSchoolRN replied to ConnecticutMassRN's topic in School

    Email the teachers. This is may email I send - I'm also in the Northeast ? Spring allergy season is finally upon us! This means several students (and staff) have begun experiencing symptoms such as...