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  1. The dreaded topic...lice

    nyy2 posted a topic in School

    I have some parents freaking out about lice..more so about the spread of it. Their child's classroom has 3 cases of lice. I have checked the classmates twice this week, which is already above what my...

  2. The dreaded topic...lice

    nyy2 replied to nyy2's topic in School

    As if the lice drama wasn't enough, now there is a documented case of chickenpox in a kindergarten class! Thankfully all of the students are vaccinated minus one (religious exemption) and that parent...

  3. The dreaded topic...lice

    nyy2 replied to nyy2's topic in School

    I cannot believe this... people are absolutely insane these

  4. The dreaded topic...lice

    nyy2 replied to nyy2's topic in School

    That is such a great point!! I had never thought of it that way, but will keep that in mind when talking to the parents/teachers! Thank

  5. The dreaded topic...lice

    nyy2 replied to nyy2's topic in School

    Thank you all so much for your input! I appreciate it! As we have all said, it is hard being the only healthcare person in the building. As much as I love most of the teachers, sometimes they have me...

  6. Gifts for students

    nyy2 replied to pcolt2015's topic in School

    I thought the same thing last year (my first year). I do get Christmas/"Holiday" pencils that the kids can take, if they ask nicely. I am at an elementary school though. Last year I put them out a...

  7. Master's degree

    nyy2 replied to scrubsrn24's topic in School

    EXACTLY! I would love to get my master's degree, but my district doesn't offer any extra $$, not even for my BSN. We also make very little money to begin with..last year was my first year and I made...

  8. Struggling - its not fair.

    nyy2 replied to Eleven011's topic in School

    I second that! I am so sorry for your loss- Sending hugs and thoughts your

  9. Teachers sending kids late in the day.

    nyy2 replied to Keepstanding's topic in School

    That is definitely one of my pet peeves!!!!!! In most cases I tell them they will get home faster on the bus than sitting here waiting for mom/dad/grandparent, as I point to the buses lined up outside...

  10. head lice :(

    nyy2 replied to GatezRN's topic in School

    Make sure she has bagged or washed everything, including hair accessories, hats, scarves, etc. A tip I learned from the local company that treats head lice (Naughty Nits) is after the treatment, to do...

  11. pinkeye??

    nyy2 replied to takuntz82's topic in School

    I agree with kidzcare....if it is allergies it is usually both eyes. The most important thing to assess for is drainage. When I worked at a pediatrician's office they stressed the "recurrent drainage"...

  12. How often did YOU see the school nurse?

    nyy2 replied to SnugglePuggle's topic in School

    Never, aside from hearing, vision, and scoliosis screening. When I was sick, I rarely wanted to stay home, so I just pushed through my day. These days, they come to the health office if they sneezed...

  13. Bad Attitude.....need support

    nyy2 replied to Keepstanding's topic in School

    Wow 25 years is very impressive! There is a nurse in my district that has been with the district for 23 years and she feels the same way. Society in general has made a scary shift! When I was in...

  14. New School Nurse

    nyy2 replied to AllInRN's topic in School

    Congrats and Welcome!

  15. Interesting Article

    nyy2 replied to SchoolNurseTXstyle's topic in School

    I agree with the other posters - who would let their kid play football with that sort of pre-existing condition!?!? As Flare said, I would have called the parent about the blurry vision, but maybe he...

  16. Potential Job Switch- What to do?

    nyy2 replied to catlovingRN's topic in Ob/Gyn

    I would take the Maternity position, especially if you don't have a family to support. That is one of the hardest specialties to get into - people never leave! And when they do leave, the positions...

  17. Incidental sexism

    nyy2 replied to kidzcare's topic in School

    I'm glad I'm not the only one who thinks this way! When I see the dad listed as the first contact person I sigh.. I do usually ask the student who is best to call, but that doesn't always go well with...

  18. 2 Nurses in one

    nyy2 replied to guest83140's topic in School

    I agree with OldDude; I would continue on with that I believed was the right thing to do and keep referring the frequent flyers that she caters to over to her. Before my current position, I worked...

  19. Realized floor nursing isn't for me, anything else i can do with a bsn?

    nyy2 replied to enchantedlife's topic in General Students

    I too realized in nursing school that bedside nursing wasn't for me. My professors urged me to stick it out because there are so many options in nursing. Also, if you are close to graduating, having a...

  20. It's August!! Who is going back soon??

    nyy2 replied to Eleven011's topic in School

    I don't go back until Sept 2nd, and the kids start Sept 8th. Good luck to all of you starting in

  21. Switching schools?

    nyy2 replied to sippee's topic in School

    It's whatever is most important to you, but generally speaking I think the age group, administration, and travel time are the big 3 for me. I love the younger ones (most of the time!), have a great...

  22. Full time school nurse or part time rn

    nyy2 replied to sippee's topic in School

    I have done both and I prefer the school schedule. Although sometimes it is rough getting through the 5 day weeks during the school year, there are so many breaks that make it worth it. At my school...

  23. Countdown Time

    nyy2 replied to SassyTachyRN's topic in School

    Farawyn I am still with ya! This is the last week for me. Kids are done Wednesday; I am done

  24. I Got the Job Offer Today!

    nyy2 replied to newnurse92's topic in School

    Congrats!!! I think Blue_Moon makes some great points... the first year is a big adjustment and can be a little taxing (especially if you are alone), so helping out and pitching in is awesome, but be...

  25. How do you get into school nursing

    nyy2 replied to missy26's topic in School

    I "third" subbing. Substitutes almost always have first dibs at any openings. I was a substitute and when the nurse at my school resigned, I applied and was hired full time, so my position was never...