nursekoll BSN, RN

12 years as a school nurse

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    rough start to the school year!

    nursekoll replied to nurseinthenorth1's topic in School

    I think Parents and school Staff drama is ALWAYS worse than any tough students! Enjoy the kids, do what you can in a day, keep in contact with your supervisor and let the rest
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    Privacy violation??

    nursekoll posted a topic in School

    I really value the support and knowledge that is shared on this group. I think I might be in trouble though. Sorry this is long. In my state, all students who participate in athletics are required...
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    Privacy violation??

    nursekoll replied to nursekoll's topic in School

    Exactly! Damned if you do, damned if you don't! At least it will be summer break soon.í ¾í´·*♀️ I don't want to wish bad news on them, but if they do go to the specialist (4 hours...
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    Privacy violation??

    nursekoll replied to nursekoll's topic in School

    Not an emergency per se, not sure if we have a policy on this. Honestly I didn't call the parent first because I didn't think they would be honest with me about the information they did or did not...
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    Privacy violation??

    nursekoll replied to nursekoll's topic in School

    Thank you, thank you. I now feel like I maybe didn't screw
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    C'Mon Now!

    nursekoll replied to OyWithThePoodles's topic in School

    At 7th grade and up, we generally don't send kids home unless they can "show us the vomit" they know this rule- don't flush it, there has to be proof before you get to go home. I like the thought of...
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    PRN work for the summer

    nursekoll replied to phnII's topic in School

    Summer camp nurse! I've never done it, but always thought it would be
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    Non compliant Diabetic Students

    nursekoll replied to NurseVal93's topic in School

    Could you work with the cafeteria monitor or cooks to require the diabetic students to hand in a nurse pass to them before they eat lunch, showing that they have already checked in with you? High...
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    puberty talk!

    nursekoll replied to ceelopez12's topic in School

    I have used P&G's video and free samples every year for the 5th grade. I just showed it today actually! Over the last 5 years I've learned a few things I'm glad to share, maybe you'll find them...
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    what's your favorite...

    nursekoll replied to wonderfullyanonymous's topic in School

    Yes, the schedule is awesome! That's why I changed jobs. But also, I can't put a price tag on being in my own kids' school getting to know their teachers and friends better! I love the autonomy of...
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    staff education question

    nursekoll posted a topic in School

    What topics do you present for staff education each year? And how much time does administration allow you to present such education? I feel like I present the same topics (BBP, Diabetes, Asthma, and...
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    staff education question

    nursekoll replied to nursekoll's topic in School

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    Athletic injuries

    nursekoll replied to MHDNURSE's topic in School

    I think it's Wrestling! Probably because so many kids do it here from pewee to HS. There's no protection really! I see more concussions and fractures in football, but seems like more sprains,...
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    For those with T1D kids

    nursekoll replied to MHDNURSE's topic in School

    Same story here, unfortunately. I've had several T1D's come and go, and only 1 is consistent with diet carbs, checking BG, and dosing insulin. Whaddaya know, she's also the only one with consistent...
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    What would you buy?

    nursekoll replied to Hometeam's topic in School

    On my wish list this year is a digital scale, updated thermometers, CPR barrier keychains for all staff, and a pulse
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    mobility issue- please help!

    nursekoll replied to nursekoll's topic in School

    Update: PT came for an eval and we decided as a team that the best and safest option for staff and student is to use the mechanical lift with full sling to move the student to the cot for changes....
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    mobility issue- please help!

    nursekoll posted a topic in School

    I know there has to be someone out there with a similar problem, I'm looking for suggestions on how to safely transfer a non-weight bearing student out of a wheelchair to sit on a toilet. This student...
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    Counting Down

    nursekoll replied to WineRN's topic in School

    38 days after today!! That does not seem like very many
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    mobility issue- please help!

    nursekoll replied to nursekoll's topic in School

    ^^ This might actually work. I'll have to try it out with the power wheelchair legs, not sure how easily they swing out of the way. It might still be a little bit of lifting to get him onto the...
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    mobility issue- please help!

    nursekoll replied to nursekoll's topic in School

    yes, about half the time the student actually uses the toilet. Most of the time the pull up is also wet at the time of toileting. I'm just trying to find the best solution for everyone. Mom just...
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    mobility issue- please help!

    nursekoll replied to nursekoll's topic in School

    We have had the PT and OT evaluate earlier this year, they recommended a padded, multiple-handled gait belt at that time. Also some leg braces to correct contractures. The family refuses to use the...
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    mobility issue- please help!

    nursekoll replied to nursekoll's topic in School

    Right now we don't have any sling that will fit this kid, so I'll check out the u-shaped one. I'm still concerned that it will be a huge struggle to get the pants down and back up while in the sling,...
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    First day back

    nursekoll replied to ruby_jane's topic in School

    Why are we not supposed to have the nosebleed kids express the clot? I always have them try to blow anything out first thing when they get to my office, then hold for 5 minutes by the timer. I hardly...
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    parents won't pick up sick kid!

    nursekoll posted a topic in School

    I have never had this happen before, and don't know what to do. The parents and both secondary contacts refuse to come get a sick child from school. They say that none of them can leave work. This...
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    parents won't pick up sick kid!

    nursekoll replied to nursekoll's topic in School

    Do you have a number that fever has to get to before calling EMS? Is that in your school