schoolnurse64 replied to schoolnurse64's topic in School
Thank you! Do you know anyone who went for non instructional option? I haven't met any NJ certified school nurse who has done it, which is one of the reason I'm hesitant to do it. The main reason...
Hi Everyone, First of all, I would like to say that I love the school nurse thread and all of you have taught me so much since I've started working as a school nurse (almost 3 years now). I'm looking...
Hi Everyone. I spoke to a mom today whose daughter got her period for the first time. The girl is in fourth grade. The mom asked if I had any resources for her and her daughter because she is so...
schoolnurse64 replied to Supernrse01's topic in School
Had this one earlier in the week. Kindergarten student came in first thing in the morning complaining he's sick and needs to go home. Says he's coughing a lot and threw up during the night. No...
schoolnurse64 replied to WannaBNursey's topic in Home Health
I had one of these "interviews" after applying for a position with PSA healthcare. They show you a video and then you take a test. The test is really easy, mostly patient safety and CPR. After the...
schoolnurse64 replied to schoolnurse64's topic in School
Thanks for such a quick response! I believe the problem is that the family has insurance but not for eye care, and so they probably won't qualify for some of these programs. Will bring it up with...
What type of programs/resources are available in NJ for children with vision problems and having difficulty with insurance coverage? I think I read an old post somewhere asking the same question, but...
schoolnurse64 replied to WannaBNursey's topic in Home Health
I was offered a group interview with PSA Healthcare in NJ. Test was really easy, hired on the spot. Pay was only $21/hr, but I was a new grad. The other people at the interview seemed to have just...
Hi, I'm a new school nurse and have so many questions. I've found a lot of answers reading older posts, so I figured I'd ask the rest of my questions since everyone seems so helpful :) When should a...