GmaPearl BSN RN

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  1. Middle school goes to remote learning after 1 measles case

    GmaPearl BSN RN replied to Emergent's topic in School

    This is a link to information from the school's website explaining the situation.

  2. Autistic students

    GmaPearl BSN RN replied to marsbar37's topic in School

    Kids on the spectrum often share certain traits, but they are very distinct individuals. Their teachers are your best partner as they do know them best and their unique needs. Always ask the child...

  3. New School Nurse

    GmaPearl BSN RN replied to HUN18's topic in School

    Join NASN and your state's school nursing association. Hopefully there are other school nurses in your district who will guide and support you. Best

  4. Pregnant New Grad Nurse

    GmaPearl BSN RN replied to Gee_lihsa's topic in School

    If I were a pregnant new grad interested in school nursing, I would seek a job at a pediatric clinic. You would get a feel for working with kids, developmental milestones, immunization requirements...

  5. UF accelerated BSN 2021

    GmaPearl BSN RN replied to JTwin01's topic in School, College Programs

    You might find the answer on a student nurse group. This group is School Nurses. You might consider this amazing job after you graduate and get some clinical

  6. Do you think schools will resume this year?

    GmaPearl BSN RN replied to hoppynurse's topic in School

    In WA, we usually go through the 2nd or 3rd week of June. Gov. and Sup of Pub Instruction declared today: no more in class instruction until next school year. Our district closest to the first...

  7. Hand dermatitis a seeking away from bedside job.

    GmaPearl BSN RN replied to Nicurn345's topic in School

    I estimated washing my hands at least 60 times a day. Between seeing kids, taking a temp, before pouring meds, after using any door knob... and this was long before any of the current viral

  8. 1 wk into School Nursing ready to quit!! Is this normal?

    GmaPearl BSN RN replied to StressedRN76's topic in School

    Dear Stressed, I am so sorry your introduction to school nursing has been such a disaster. I would suggest you try subbing for awhile with different age groups and see if you find this unique job a...

  9. rant Bulletin Board...ugh!

    GmaPearl BSN RN replied to Nurse2Kids's topic in School

    Bring her some

  10. Epipen for classroom teaching?

    GmaPearl BSN RN replied to pedi_nurse's topic in School

    Seems like this is a valuable, potentially life saving skill worth

  11. "Heating Pads"

    GmaPearl BSN RN replied to CanIcallmymom's topic in School

    No use of heat in the last 20 years. Ice cubes in a plastic bag

  12. Parent wants to stay all day

    GmaPearl BSN RN replied to NurseInTheHall's topic in School

    One time had a very immature 3rd grader diagnosed mid-year. Mom announced her plan to spend the first month with him at school. It took her 2 days to see that we had it. Communication, education...

  13. Parent wants to stay all day

    GmaPearl BSN RN replied to NurseInTheHall's topic in School

    I'll keep you in my

  14. Sample Deodorants

    GmaPearl BSN RN replied to Keeperofbandages's topic in School

    Proctor and Gamble is always changing. https://www.pgschoolprograms.com The samples change slightly from year to

  15. Essential Oil Diffusers

    GmaPearl BSN RN replied to BluebellRN's topic in School

    Gerry Brooks (an actual elementary school principal) has an excellent video that touches on, among other things to reduce stress, essential oils in the classroom. Please enjoy!

  16. What to do for Itchy Students

    GmaPearl BSN RN replied to sydcarverrn's topic in School

    Insect bites get baking soda paste (made fresh for each case), cover with a bandaid and admonishment not to scratch. More generalized itchiness gets ice bag and again "don't scratch

  17. what would you do?

    GmaPearl BSN RN replied to jess11RN's topic in School

    Sounds like a wonderful

  18. Measles

    GmaPearl BSN RN replied to tining's topic in School

    WA State is up to 51 cases now. Center is in a hot bed area of anti-vaxers... go

  19. FARAWYN, School Nurse to the rescue!

    GmaPearl BSN RN replied to Davey Do's topic in School

    Loving this thread! Had a crusty old custodian whose cure for head lice was: Pour some kerosine on the head, light it on fire, then when the lice run for their lives, you stab em with an ice pick. I...

  20. Help Please!

    GmaPearl BSN RN replied to JLA's topic in School

    My daughters qualified for free school lunch courtesy of my school nurse salary. Now grown with children of their own they have both thanked me for "working to be with

  21. Frequent Students

    GmaPearl BSN RN replied to avecta's topic in School

    If you can, pull a report from the offending teacher's class that shows the frequency of health room visits and time spent out of class. Present this to the teacher and if this does not help the...

  22. Neosporin, Cough Drops, & Crutches

    GmaPearl BSN RN replied to FloridanurseRN's topic in School

    After having seen some pretty horrific reactions to topical antibiotics, no way would I use them on a child (even with a blanket order). Same goes for topical

  23. Neosporin, Cough Drops, & Crutches

    GmaPearl BSN RN replied to FloridanurseRN's topic in School

    My 25year old crutches have been used one time... as props in a school play. I would agree that loaning them to a student could become a huge liability. No stock antibacterial ointments or cough...

  24. Homebound Coordinator

    GmaPearl BSN RN replied to SavyNurse's topic in School

    I communicate with parents, get documentation from the HCP of the child's condition / need for home instruction, then turn it into SPED department and keep my building admin

  25. LAST DAY!!!!

    GmaPearl BSN RN replied to kidzcare's topic in School

    The 22nd for me too. It can not come soon