JenTheSchoolRN BSN, RN

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    Stop the insanity (AKA panic)

    JenTheSchoolRN replied to SchoolNurseTXstyle's topic in School

    Yep. When I hear "it's an emergency" unless it comes from someone I trust to use that term properly (there are a very few), I'm not in a rush. Anytime blood is involved, it is going to be fatal, of...
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    The Puberty Talk

    JenTheSchoolRN replied to schoolnurse2015's topic in School

    As many know around here, I teach sex ed for 7th and 8th grade - an entire 3 month unit (which breaks down to 1 class a week per section, about 10 weeks). I love it. I have a question box. And I can...
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    Diabetic student, help!

    JenTheSchoolRN replied to KSM-RN's topic in School

    Agree with OldDude. 504 plan is a must here. Sorry, OP, that is so frustrating! I've worked with a student that blood glucose levels at 300+ were the norm. A1C of 11. No ketones, but I nearly...
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    Gave my first epi-pen yesterday...

    JenTheSchoolRN replied to ohiobobcat's topic in School

    You always remember your first. And a good outcome is worth its weight in gold. Good for you,
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    Follow Up

    JenTheSchoolRN replied to DEgalRN's topic in School

    I call parents. I email parents. I have also had my 18 year old kiddos pick up the phone and call the doctor's office themselves, making an appointment in the moment. (Kids are so scared to do this -...
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    Advice please.....I have so much anxiety about this

    JenTheSchoolRN replied to donna88's topic in School

    ::hugs:: OP. The principals and top admins run the crisis planning and drills at my school. They ask for input if health related from me, but that's it - I do not write the policy, it is written by...
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    The Cool Kids

    JenTheSchoolRN replied to twss2323's topic in School

    Hey! I am NOT a dork... ...I'm a nerd. Totally
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    Previous Experience to be School Nurse?

    JenTheSchoolRN replied to thefuture88's topic in School

    I was a new grad who went straight into school nursing - but as a sub first. And as a sub that was lucky enough to sub in a school nurse's office that had another nurse to work with (covering ~1350...
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    Thirsty?

    JenTheSchoolRN replied to JerseyTomatoMDCrab's topic in School

    All the kids here have been drinking coffee since a young age. That's what happens when your school is actually right next to a Dunkin' Donuts. I don't mind the coffee as much as the cream and 10...
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    Dress Codes for School

    JenTheSchoolRN replied to kidzcare's topic in School

    We wear uniforms at my school. I am grateful for it every
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    Your thoughts on ice....

    JenTheSchoolRN replied to SnugglePuggle's topic in School

    I've been making my own with dish soap lately thank to tip I picked up here. So much cheaper and a spill in just some soap - cleans up the desk a bit more! They also come back more often than gel...
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    Your thoughts on ice....

    JenTheSchoolRN replied to SnugglePuggle's topic in School

    "I do not give out ice packs by-proxy." I have used this statement many times. You want ice, you need to come and get yourself and let me take a lot. I am generous, but you need to take the walk. And...
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    Ridiculous things. This is a new one one me.

    JenTheSchoolRN replied to Cattz's topic in School

    Little stigma, perhaps, but not a medication I don't ever question. Puberty can be hell for blood glucose and insulin dosing and I am in constant communication with parents about a child's blood...
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    Parent tips to send home when kids are watching bad stuff on the internet.

    JenTheSchoolRN replied to Cattz's topic in School

    I teach sex ed to grades 7, 8, and 10, which most people on this board know about (parents know I do and I have gotten a lot of support). I am used to finding out kids watch inappropriate things. My...
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    Ridiculous things. This is a new one one me.

    JenTheSchoolRN replied to Cattz's topic in School

    Appetite issues for me. I have few kids with morning (given at home after breakfast) doses and than an afternoon dose after lunch. Even with those instructions of after lunch to help with appetite,...
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    I got played by a kindergartner My

    JenTheSchoolRN replied to SaltineQueen's topic in School

    If I knew the answer to that I think my job would be much easier
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    What Kind of SN are You ?

    JenTheSchoolRN replied to Keepstanding's topic in School

    Everyone around here knows I am mean...I mean firm. Yep, firm. But the kids also know I answer sex ed questions. Therefore they still like
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    Cough Drops/ OTCs

    JenTheSchoolRN replied to CoffeeRTC's topic in School

    I have an order for cough syrup, but rarely use it, typically only if I have talked with a parent who has been giving at home with some relief. And only for kids 12 and up that are over 100 pounds....
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    Diabetic student

    JenTheSchoolRN replied to littleINlpn's topic in School

    Late to the thread, but I have used this resource when it comes to training unlicensed personal about diabetes care (I train a couple of teachers each year to handle field trips as I can't always go...
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    Cough Drops/ OTCs

    JenTheSchoolRN replied to CoffeeRTC's topic in School

    I get the gross ones as well, but it doesn't stop kids. You get 3 cough drops for the day, kids, and you're done. I have an order for them. I also manage diabetics, but have a couple with pumps that...
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    I got played by a kindergartner My

    JenTheSchoolRN replied to SaltineQueen's topic in School

    Okay, not about the tooth fairy, but the rock. Sometimes a rock in the mouth from a kindergartner is, well, a rock in the mouth. When I worked elementary for a brief stint, I had a 6th grader...
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    Dexcom

    JenTheSchoolRN replied to kidzcare's topic in School

    I love the idea of CGMs. However, while cool with lots of info, I have not yet worked with a MS/HS student that is willing to wear one while at school. They all hate it, even one student that really...
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    Help me please New substitute school nurse.

    JenTheSchoolRN replied to Yulie's topic in School

    Play hardball. You're a sub. The kids are testing you big time. At that age, I will tell kids why they need to remain in school. I've also e-mailed teachers with a head's up. Teachers get busy and...
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    What do you do when a pt goes into anaphylactic shock?

    JenTheSchoolRN replied to xmilkncookiesx's topic in General Nursing

    I've seen a couple anaphylatic reactions (one was the scary one you just hate to witness, I cross my fingers there!), but I'm a school nurse, and they were both food allergy related. Epi-pen in hand,...
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    Where are my peeps today?

    JenTheSchoolRN replied to NutmeggeRN's topic in School

    I've back from Vegas. Still poor, of course. Learned I love the East Cost even more, despite its winter. And that I am very glad we have open container laws here. And red eye flights suck....