GdBSN RN

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    Interview for School RN this week!

    GdBSN replied to JG1977's topic in School

    Check your state requirements. Some states don't require a certification. One example of a triage question I had was: You have a severe asthmatic come in to your office, followed by a diabetic...
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    Whats in YOUR "Go Bag"?

    GdBSN replied to KeeperOfTheIceRN's topic in School

    I have all the first-aid supplies, vital signs tools, a small fleece blanket (in case of epilepsy call), juice, water, full size CPR
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    That's So Fetch! (Pink Wednesdays)

    GdBSN replied to Farawyn's topic in School

    School pictures were today, so I wore my school-colored scrubs. So not fetch, but
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    Would love some advice!

    GdBSN replied to tippeny's topic in School

    Absolutely worth it!!! You will have the same schedule as your kids, a set work schedule, no holidays/weekends, and summers off. You may find that with having the same schedule as your kids, other...
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    Positive thoughts and prayers

    GdBSN replied to Supernrse01's topic in School

    So sad to hear this. Prayers for everyone touched by
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    Roll Call 2016-2017

    GdBSN replied to Farawyn's topic in School

    I'm in. New school, new district, and against OD's better advise, I moved to High School. So far, I LOVE it. I'm happy to see so many people back this year, and am excited about all the new SN that...
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    Well, I Did It

    GdBSN replied to SnowyJ's topic in School

    Congrats!!!
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    Need pointers for high school interview

    GdBSN replied to iggywench's topic in School

    Iggywench, how did the interview go, did you get the job? I am an elementary SN interviewing for HS on Wednesday. Do you remember some of the things they asked you. Was it HS specific? Any other HS...
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    I made a mistake... anyone left?

    GdBSN replied to JerseyTomatoMDCrab's topic in School

    You didn't make a mistake, you assessed the situation and symptoms with what you were presented. We could spend all day second guessing ourselves, but that wouldn't change anything. This student...
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    My daughter's arm...

    GdBSN replied to kidzcare's topic in School

    Prayers for a smooth surgery and speedy
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    Bathroom Accidents/Change of Clothes

    GdBSN replied to NanaPoo's topic in School

    I would love to hear solutions that have worked for other nurses. Accidents are an ongoing, never-ending problem at my school. Here we are the last week of school, and I have seen at least 3-4...
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    Bathroom Accidents/Change of Clothes

    GdBSN replied to NanaPoo's topic in School

    Lucky you, mine seem to linger all
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    Bathroom Accidents/Change of Clothes

    GdBSN replied to NanaPoo's topic in School

    So...my question. What do you guys do if you have a student who has an accident, no change of clothes, no extra clothes in backpack, and no phone numbers work??? Do you send them back to
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    It's almost summer! What are your plans?

    GdBSN replied to Avill's topic in School

    YES!!! I have to work on my swing
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    It's almost summer! What are your plans?

    GdBSN replied to Avill's topic in School

    Me too. I hope to spend as much time as I can on the
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    New CSN--seeking advice

    GdBSN replied to Csn2016's topic in School

    Congratulations on both baby and
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    Interview tomorrow!

    GdBSN replied to Eshea21's topic in School

    Congratulations and good luck on your interview. I interviewed for a new position a couple weeks ago and given a scenario like this: A diabetic student and a student having a severe asthma attack come...
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    Stupid question...

    GdBSN replied to KeeperOfTheIceRN's topic in School

    Our district also requires new forms at the beginning of each school year. With that being said, if the student is attending summer school, current orders are good through the
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    faking ketone test??

    GdBSN replied to nursekoll's topic in School

    I give my student a cup, and then have him meet me at the RR door with the urine. I dip the strip and do the comparison
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    School Nurse's Day

    GdBSN replied to Keepstanding's topic in School

    Happy School Nurse Day to all my co-workers. Your wisdom and humor has gotten me through many a day. Thank you for letting me know I am not the only one who faces crazy issues
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    That's So Fetch! (Pink Wednesdays)

    GdBSN replied to Farawyn's topic in School

    I am
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    Medication Organization

    GdBSN replied to stacyns02's topic in School

    Mine has all this too. I also rolled up a small blanket to put at the bottom of the backpack in case of
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    Testing Prep

    GdBSN replied to lifelearningrn's topic in School

    The problem is...there is nobody for you to go to when you have a stomach
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    Testing Prep

    GdBSN replied to lifelearningrn's topic in School

    Coincidence? I think not. Recently read a study that children who are physically active perform better in the classroom. Administrators just don't get it. They feel pushing more content will improve...
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    Testing Prep

    GdBSN replied to lifelearningrn's topic in School

    I am in a Title 1, under-performing school. I feel the whole school year has been geared towards test prep. Younger kids get recess everyday, older kids have no recess and PE every other week. This...