I think you should schedule a meeting with this mom/nurse that includes your nurse supervisor. Discuss your assessment of this student, and try to determine how/why she feels that you are...
I mainly see stomachaches/headaches, because these kids don't eat breakfast, and I do see quite a few with emotional distress. For the most part, the students accept whatever comfort measures we...
You may get better support from your administration if you gather daily numbers, show what was and was not a necessary clinic visit, and relate all that to lost instructional time for every visit to...
I am in my 50's, mostly grew up in the South, so the occasional "sweetie" or "hun" does not bother me. The one that bothers me is when a younger person calls me "young lady." It always sounds so...
WooHoo!!! Spring Break officially starts in 5 1/2 hours. My son is flying home today, spending a few days with family, going to a lake for a few days, golfing as much as I can. Can't
Agreed...We were always told we could not do BS checks without an order for that very reason. I am sure Mom would really appreciate a call home about your concerns, also have a few resources ready to...
If a medical condition is not present, I would not get involved. I would not bring the student into the clinic, or call parents from the clinic. If this teacher wants to send this student home, let...
I came across an "Emergency Nursing Pediatric" course. Emergency Nursing Pediatric Course (ENPC) It is not specifically geared toward school nursing, but it looks like it has some good training. Has...
I am very sorry for your loss. Encourage your students to talk about their feelings. Be supportive and patient, students will act out in many different ways because they do not know how to deal with...