Windchaser22

Windchaser22

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  1. CEU's

    Windchaser22 replied to Volleygram's topic in School

    Hi Volley, aside from nasn I use

  2. If a child is removed from the home, do you get informed?

    Windchaser22 replied to MHDNURSE's topic in School

    I have great support from admin so generally I'm aware. Being on the child study and I&RS teams helps as well since many of the kids involved with child services have other

  3. Nurse Pass

    Windchaser22 replied to MHDNURSE's topic in School

    I have PK-4 and with the exception of emergencies and diabetes care, they need a pass. I send one back with the child as well. I have great admin support so have about 90% compliance. My fav comment...

  4. What? I have to participate in the Open House?!?

    Windchaser22 replied to Jacquipals's topic in School

    Also might want to consider asthma action plans, anaphylaxis plans, and the dreaded sports physical forms. I had them all set up in my office but instead of solitaire I play candy

  5. How often do you use your stethoscope?

    Windchaser22 replied to moreoreo's topic in School

    Yes to all the above plus don't forget the screenings and staff who come in for a quick check...lots of BP's.

  6. NJ instructional vs. non instructional

    Windchaser22 replied to schoolnurse64's topic in School

    I'm in NJ and went for the instructional even though I don't technically teach health. The nurses used to teach; however, there just isn't enough time or coverage for the clinic. At any rate, I think...

  7. Interview for sub school nurse

    Windchaser22 replied to freesia29's topic in School

    The only typical things that happen are when the busses pull up and the first bell rings and when the last bell rings and the busses pull out. In the middle of that think "life's like a box of...

  8. Bottle Up The Magic

    Windchaser22 replied to OyWithThePoodles's topic in School

    Between Far's craptastic and your paralysis and blindness I got a much needed laugh out loud today!!! Thanks for being my

  9. School Nurse "Holiday Wish List"

    Windchaser22 replied to MHDNURSE's topic in School

    I love my full size skeleton. It articulates so I do a fun monthly health theme with costumes. The kiddos and staff love it. After reading all the posts I am very fortunate so I won't complain about...

  10. Do you wear scrubs?

    Windchaser22 replied to Jacquipals's topic in School

    Scrubs in case my ninja vomit avoidance moves are slow on a particulat day. Oh and ugly sweater day next Monday, but I'll still have cargo scrub pants

  11. How do you even get a job as a school nurse?

    Windchaser22 replied to melis1970's topic in School

    What everyone else said. I'm still stuck on "I don't care if I'm bored". Hahahhahahahaha You'll see. Sorry, it's

  12. Managing type 1 elementary

    Windchaser22 replied to Grizzyguy's topic in School

    I speak with the parents and diabetes NPs and MDs all the time and get amended orders when needed. This is the safest way to care for the child and hold onto your license, not an educational policy...

  13. Why? Why? Why?

    Windchaser22 replied to BunnyBunnyBSNRN's topic in School

    Yea and peed their pants and needs chapstick and cough drops with 5 min until dismissal while I'm attending to multiple diabetics makes me want to

  14. It's been a week, focus on the positive

    Windchaser22 replied to JerseyTomatoMDCrab's topic in School

    Movie night with my family in the softest PJs on the planet, cat on my lap, a wood fire, and a glass of

  15. Just a small vent...

    Windchaser22 replied to Nurse_JackieVA's topic in School

    I guess I'm lucky to have O2 and suction in my small orificenal. That said it's all about CYA with a smile cause you never know when you'll get kicked. Don't let this one get you

  16. It's just anaphylaxis

    Windchaser22 replied to it'snotatumor's topic in School

    After asking, writing, and asking again...No meds=no field trips. 99%

  17. Type 1 student forgot his meter!

    Windchaser22 replied to chasinRT's topic in School

    I have a clinic meter, strips etc. My kiddos haven't forgotten their kits; however I have had their meter fail. Always good to have a

  18. Ah Mondays...(vent coming)

    Windchaser22 replied to KKEGS's topic in School

    My first visit this morning was before school even started, by 15 minutes. "The bus driver told me to come in". Nothing other than Mondayitis. "Yea, well go back and come see me with a pass after home...

  19. School Nurse is a Lonely job

    Windchaser22 replied to TaylsRN's topic in School

    Try this if you can...every week buy yourself a supermarket gift card. After 10 months you'll have enough to cover the

  20. No Water at Lunch?!

    Windchaser22 replied to shark_nurse14's topic in School

    Every year it's something. Last year eraser burns were all the rage at the middle school. I have the little ones pk-4. Our kiddos can carry water bottles and refill them. I make the teachers give...

  21. Vision/Hearing Notice

    Windchaser22 replied to VN2016's topic in School

    We have a letter that goes in each new year packet (at the end of the current year) that delineates what screenings will be done and if they want to opt out they have to let us know in writing before...

  22. Things that make me grumpy

    Windchaser22 replied to Flare's topic in School

    In the office pass vein today was a doozy. Not only did the student stand there mute but then proceeded to hand me a completely blank pass. Oh and she was escorted by an aide who didn't know who she...

  23. Things that make me grumpy

    Windchaser22 replied to Flare's topic in School

    ALL OF THIS! Plus the numbskull teacher who has the 504 and DMMP who can't be bothered to send a buddy with a 9 YO DM 1 student who ended up having a BG of 42 but will send a buddy with a student for...

  24. Turn The Lights ON!

    Windchaser22 replied to OyWithThePoodles's topic in School

    For the triple play add

  25. Diabetes

    Windchaser22 replied to peaceful nurse's topic in School

    We have an outside supplier who prepares the food onsite that is used in our cafeteria. The supplier has a website that lists the carb counts of all the meals they serve. I just have to look on page...