KSM-RN

KSM-RN BSN, MSN, RN

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  1. Leave School Nursing?

    KSM-RN posted a topic in School

    Hi all! It has been quite a while since I have posted. I am currently finishing my 5th year of school nursing. I have thought about other opportunities because my kids will be in college soon. I am...

  2. Leave School Nursing?

    KSM-RN replied to KSM-RN's topic in School

    So funny you say that about planes! I am the SAME! I hate flying and have not done it in years. The position is regional so I don't anticipate that type of travel. But I can see the need to go to...

  3. Leave School Nursing?

    KSM-RN replied to KSM-RN's topic in School

    My kids will be seniors. I have twins that will go to college at the same time, so the increase in salary is definitely a factor. We need all the extra we can get. I have found out this position stats...

  4. Leave School Nursing?

    KSM-RN replied to KSM-RN's topic in School

    I am in the interview process right now. I am not even sure I will be offered the position. As far as travel goes my impression is that it is regional to my area. I was told they usually fly you out...

  5. Bed Bugs

    KSM-RN replied to MHDNURSE's topic in School

    It does not sound like parents are treating the problem at home? I know this is a daunting task and they may need help. We have a school fund for district families that might need help from time to...

  6. called 911

    KSM-RN replied to basketball13's topic in School

    Wow O2 tanks in school?! I would have had them call while I was on the way, but you for sure did the right thing by calling!! We do not have stock albuterol. I have used caffeinated drinks in a pinch...

  7. Immunization Compliance

    KSM-RN replied to RNTexas13's topic in School

    We have an exclusion date of October 19th. I still have over 90. Sent email, sent letter. Next we have the principal send automated phone call to guardians stating their student will not be allowed in...

  8. I'm back...with questions

    KSM-RN posted a topic in School

    Hi all-I decided to come back. This year is tough with diabetics/seizures/CF and a variety of other health issues. I still STRUGGLE and question whether or not I made the right choice. I had a...

  9. New year, new worries

    KSM-RN posted a topic in School

    Greetings to another school year. I wasn't sure I would be back, but here I am. I hear the 2nd year is quite a bit better than the 1st. Did you all find this to be true? I just have so many issues...

  10. Leaving school Nursing thoughts...

    KSM-RN posted a topic in School

    HI all- I haven't been on much this year as it has been so busy. I am in a middle school with about 750 students (7th and 8th). This is my second year, which I have to say is MUUUCH better than my...

  11. Diabetic Mom

    KSM-RN replied to LOLLYGAGGER's topic in School

    I would get the exchange of info signed for sure, however you have the right to call and clarify

  12. What do you document...

    KSM-RN replied to Bevp's topic in School

    I chart everything, even bathroom use. We had budget cuts last year and we were cutting staff based on acuity. Luckily we have a decent software charting system. But its less likely they will cut a...

  13. Feeling inadequate, what about you??

    KSM-RN replied to SN34's topic in School

    It is a huge transition from hospital to school nurse. And although most days at school don't have crash and burn emergencies being the only medical person gives me huge stress. I had emergencies all...

  14. What do you wear to work as a school nurse?

    KSM-RN replied to verdeacres's topic in School

    I wear school spirit tees and scrub pants. I was helping a student to the BR 2 x daily last year and just feel scrubs were more appropriate. I sometimes wear jeans on Friday. I do think it makes us...

  15. How to get started

    KSM-RN replied to Kerber's topic in School

    I feel like the reports/ health conditions are priority. I reach out to parents via email to ask for health care plans for chronic conditions, asthma, food allergy. I try to get all of the parents to...

  16. Quitting before summer's end?

    KSM-RN posted a topic in School

    Hi all-Hope you all are enjoying your summer. I am contemplating applying for a job that was presented through a contact of mine. It could be substantially more money. (In my world at least)...We...

  17. Sad and Exhausted - Questioning my career choice

    KSM-RN replied to Nurse Beth's topic in Career Advice Column

    Hi I just wanted to thank you all for your responses. I have decided to return for a second year of school nursing. I am acclimating to 5 days a week and I am on a countdown for summer! I had to sit...

  18. Nosebleed, WWYD?

    KSM-RN replied to kidzcare's topic in School

    Ammonia salts??

  19. Concern for Type I diabetic

    KSM-RN replied to Supernrse01's topic in School

    How long before a dfs call is made? Once a week absences with 3-4 a week large ketones? Canceled endo

  20. New school Nurse, Struggling!!

    KSM-RN posted a topic in School

    I am a first year school nurse at a middle school. I come from a high risk OB labor and delivery background. First off let me say I did labor and delivery almost 8 years and I complained most of the...

  21. New school Nurse, Struggling!!

    KSM-RN replied to KSM-RN's topic in School

    It's going ok. Good days/bad days. I can taste summer. Hoping it gives me an idea of what to do. Have you decided if you are

  22. What's your best School Nurse advice ?

    KSM-RN replied to Keepstanding's topic in School

    All of you guys are

  23. Random Thoughts: School Nurses

    KSM-RN replied to Farawyn's topic in School

    What was the unresponsive student?? Holy cow! What a day you are

  24. middle school/intermediate

    KSM-RN replied to txbootsy's topic in School

    I think middle school is a great way to "train" for high school if you are looking for older kids. Typically middle schools have smaller numbers than high school so that is why I think of it as...

  25. Detecting drug use in students

    KSM-RN replied to jesserpie's topic in School

    Here is one we have found and passed on through our district... Detailed Signs and Symptoms of Drug Use | Student Health