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Thank you for Stopping By! The pleasure of meeting you was all mine😊

By Charlene Moske-Weber, Ph.D, RN, NCSN posted 06-29-2024

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Dear Colleagues, A heartfelt thank you to those who allowed me their time today to share my research on the experiences of school nurse contractors with a virtual clinical nursing advisor. I feel I have made new friends! Please keep in touch! Enjoy the rest of this amazing conference and safe travels home.❤️ WWarmly, Charlene ...

Building Relationships and Rapport that Lead to Reimbursement for School Nursing Services

By Mary Heiman, MS, NCSN, RN, APRN-CNS posted 06-28-2024

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Join us on Saturday @11 for our breakout session. Learn from our story working with our state Medicaid authority and Dept. of Education and Health and the statewide changes made to our TPR manual for nursing services on an IEP. We’ll talk about strategies that we used to improve equitable services, align practices and how to break down barriers. See you tomorrow!

Chicago: Once Again, the Stage for a Compelling Story and a Needed Lesson

By Chris Martinez posted 06-27-2024

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Our host city of Chicago is the stage for many movies, musicals, plays and tv shows. Blues Brothers, Home Alone and the timeless Ferris Bueller’s Day Off are all Second City classics. Today, one critically acclaimed tv offering set in Chicago is FX’s, The Bear . A touching and funny story about a young chef and his “family” as they struggle to create fabulous food and a livable life. In a season two scene, (spoiler alert) one character uncharacteristically contemplates the meaning of a sign which hangs under a kitchen clock in a Michelin Star restaurant - “EVERY SECOND COUNTS.” The double meaning, one about running an efficient restaurant and another about ...

Participating in Endowment Fundraising Activities during NASN2024

By Alicia Jordan, BSN, RN, NCSN posted 06-27-2024

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I hope you are as excited as I am for In-Person NASN2024 . The Endowment Fundraising Committee has three fundraisers happening during the conference: “Satchels and Purses for Nurses” silent auction, 50/50 raffle, and the President's Challenge, all proceeds benefit the Endowment Fund. Satchels and Purses for Nurses silent auction starts this Friday, June 28th. The auction will be an "online-only, anytime-bidding" auction, in other words there will be no paper bidding sheets. Online bidding opens at 10:15 AM on Friday June 28th and closes at 10:00 AM on Sunday, June 30th. You can scan the QR code below to preview the online catalog and bidding site or click ...

What School Nurses Should Know About Emerging Air Pollutants and Their Impact on Student Health

By Talia Sager posted 06-25-2024

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Breathe Easier: How You Can Improve Student Health Through Better Indoor Air Quality School nurses are in a prime position as community health leaders to set best practices in their schools to promote healthier environments with good indoor air quality for students and staff. Children are more vulnerable to the impacts of air pollution since they are growing rapidly and breathe faster than adults. Additionally, asthma is a prevalent chronic illness among school-aged children and a leading cause of absenteeism. At Chemical Insights Research Institute (CIRI) of UL Research Institutes, our goal is to help professionals across ...

The Basics of School Medicaid: Focusing on Success for School Nurses

By Jenny Gormley, FNASN, DNP, MSN, BA, RN, NCSN posted 06-21-2024

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Do you wish you had more staffing or resources in your school district to better serve students’ health needs? Your school district may be able to increase revenue for school health services via your state’s School Medicaid program. Although it depends on the state where you work, nursing services listed on students’ individual education plans (IEPs) have generally been reimbursable since School Medicaid was authorized in 1988. With the option to expand state School Medicaid programs beginning in 2014, many states allow billing for medical services provided to students who do NOT have IEPs. Whether you are new to School Medicaid or experienced with this ...

From Theory to Action: Bringing Effective Care Coordination to a Middle School Setting

By Jennifer Norton, MSN, NCSN, RN posted 06-20-2024

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Sunday, June 30, 2024, 2:00- 3:15 pm at In-Person NASN2024. School Nurses are rock stars when it comes to connecting with kids with needs of all varieties, AND- we have the expertise to collaborate with other school professionals to coordinate support and care to break down barriers and build up our students. Win- Win- Right? Sometimes, theory doesn’t translate into meaningful action. Join me to fill up your toolbox with actionable resources to take back to your school and strengthen your care coordination practice. Can’t wait to meet you in Chicago!

The Experiences of Contracted School Nurses with a Virtual Clinical Advisor

By Charlene Moske-Weber, Ph.D, RN, NCSN posted 06-20-2024

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As leaders bridging healthcare and education (National Association of School Nurses, NASN, 2023) school nurses are in short supply. School administrators may consider nurse contractors to fill open school nurse positions. However, to successfully navigate this nursing specialty area and more confidently adapt to the school nurse role, contracted school nurses need an experienced school nurse to provide immediate and ongoing support and mentorship. Enter the virtual school nurse clinical advisor. School nurse clinical advisors apply their wealth of experiences as former school nurses and school nurse administrators to virtually facilitate success among school ...

A Breath of Relief: Ensuring Access to Albuterol Inhalers for Respiratory Distress in Schools

By Linda Neumann, RN posted 06-17-2024

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When: Sunday, June 30, 2024 – 3:30 pm to 4:45 pm Where: In-Person NASN2024, NASN's Annual Conference in Chicago, Illinois Asthma is the most common chronic childhood disease and a common reason for pediatric emergency medical treatment. In the United States, there is a disproportionate burden of asthma among children of color and those who are economically disadvantaged. The focus of our session is on the adoption of undesignated stock emergency asthma medication in schools. We will review the current stock albuterol landscape and share best practices for passing legislation that allows a stock albuterol program. Our presentations align with NASN’s ...

Sharing Best School Health Practices in the United Arab Emirates: Cultural and Professional Exchange Program

By Linda Neumann, RN posted 06-12-2024

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Sunday, June 30, 2024, 2:00 pm – 3:15 pm In May of 2023, a NASN delegation of 13 school nurses from 13 states traveled to the UAE for a cultural and professional exchange. In alignment with NASN’s School Nursing Practice Framework™ , the delegation focused on the principles of care coordination, leadership, quality improvement, and community/public health. Join us as we share what we learned and how it has helped us to advocate for equity and inclusion of the diverse populations in our school communities.

Seizures and Epilepsy: Clinical Practice Guidelines and Toolkit

By Elizabeth Clark, MSN, RN, NCSN posted 06-04-2024

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When : Friday, June 28th at 4pm Central Where : In-Person NASN2024, NASN's Annual Conference in Chicago, Illinois Did you know that NASN has an updated evidence-based clinical practice guidelines and implementation toolkit? This is an incredible "must see" resource for school nurses. You do not want to miss this presentation to learn about the new recommendations for the care of students with seizures and epilepsy in schools and the many sample IHP’s, educational trainings, and other resources. I hope to see you soon!

Telemedicine as a Force Multiplier to Meet Student Health Needs

By Sheila Freed, RN, BSN posted 06-03-2024

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In-Person NASN2024 Session Saturday, June 29: 11am-12:15pm Chicago, Illinois When you think of student health in schools your first thought is not telemedicine. However, telemedicine is quickly becoming a tool to fill the gap between the consistent problems of workforce shortages and budget limitations. Telehealth allows virtual nurses to help underserved communities that may not have access to an in-house school nurse. Examples of these communities include Indian reservations, rural areas, or, on the opposite end, densely populated school districts, all with one problem: a shortage in access to school healthcare. To be clear, I’m not suggesting telemedicine ...

Achieving Equity & Inclusion through Comprehensive Health Education

By Chris Amidon, MSN, NCSN, APRN, FNP-C posted 05-29-2024

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Have you considered how effective your school's efforts are at educating young people about their health? Is the curriculum scientifically accurate, age-appropriate, culturally sensitive and trauma-informed? Are people with disabilities, those from traditionally marginalized groups, gender-diverse folks, and others excluded from what is often outdated and non-inclusive programming? And what can you, as a school nurse, do to advocate for more comprehensive and equitable health education? These are major components of our public health and leadership responsibilities under the newly-revised School Nursing Practice Framework. Join us at #NASN2024 on Friday, June ...

Satchels & Purses for Nurses Silent Auction

By Alicia Jordan, BSN, RN, NCSN posted 05-11-2024

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Chicago Chic: A Silent Auction Extravaganza A silent auction fundraiser that will take place at In-Person NASN2024 . This Satchels & Purses for Nurses auction supports the NASN Endowment Fund. Join us for this fun-filled event showcasing many purses, totes, and satchels generously donated by the NASN Board, Affiliate Organizations, Past Presidents and friends. All proceeds go to the NASN Endowment Fund, making it an opportunity to support and promote excellence in school nursing. We are excited this year to have online bidding! No more hovering over bidding sheets --- this “online-only, anytime-bidding” auction allows you to bid at any time ...

Using the Minority Stress Model to Promote Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

By Vickie Beckwith posted 04-30-2024

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Using the Minority Stress Model to Promote Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion NASN 2024 Annual Conference, J une 29th Breakout Session 11:00am to 12:15pm Jennifer Beckwith, LMFT and Vickie Beckwith,MSN, RN, PHN Health equity, along with a safe and inclusive school environment, go hand in hand with student success and well-being. Since 2016, school-aged youth have shown a decrease in physical activity and utilization of healthcare services while exhibiting an increase in anxiety, depression, and conduct issues. So how do we create an environment to reverse these statistics and improve outcomes for students Our training will explore solutions ...

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By Gloria Barrera, MSN, RN, PEL- CSN posted 04-24-2024

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The IASN Foundation welcomes @schoolnurses to Chicago! Join us for a 𝘊𝘰𝘮𝘦𝘥𝘺 𝘕𝘪𝘨𝘩𝘵 on Thursday, June 27th at 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗦𝗲𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗱 𝗖𝗶𝘁𝘆 for a great time. ⁣ ⁣𝗟𝗶𝗺𝗶𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗸𝗲𝘁𝘀 available at $𝟰𝟬! Learn more or register here: https://www.iasn.org/event/ nasn-comedy-night/ NOTE: Please direct all questions to Gloria Barrera gloriabarrera.rn@gmail.com ...

Surefire Documentation Techniques: What Every School Nurse Needs To Know

By Elizabeth Rudolph, JD, MSN, RN, PLNC posted 04-05-2024

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Throughout your school nursing career, you’ve probably often wondered what do I need to include, or exclude, in my documentation? In the upcoming session, “Surefire Documentation Techniques: What Every School Nurse Needs to Know” on June 30, 8:15 – 9:45 a.m. at NASN2024, you’ll get a chance to explore documentation in depth. We’ll discuss what’s relevant to include in your documentation, and what is just filler. This is especially important when you consider that whatever you write, or type, into the medical record could be read in open court later. If your charting is less than stellar, it goes to your credibility. And, once you’ve lost your credibility, ...

The School Nurse’s Role in Postvention – What to Do with the Empty Desk

By N. Susann Marcum, MSN, RN posted 03-27-2024

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This session will be presented at In-Person NASN2024 on Sunday, June 30, 2:00pm – 3:15pm In this day and age, most schools are well-versed in prevention and intervention strategies for school crisis management, but how well is your school equipped to fluidly handle the events after a crisis unfolds? How and when is information verified and shared with staff and the school community? What is a “Flight Team” and how do they help the day after, and in the days to come? What do we do with the empty desk? And finally, what is the school nurse’s role in all of it? Cheri Lovre is a teacher and national speaker who has 35 years of experience in working with ...

Identifying the Need for Forensic Education to Support School-based Nursing Practice

By Kristin Beers, MSN, RN, SANE posted 03-05-2024

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Kristin Beers, MSN, RN, Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner for Adolescents and Adults Long before becoming familiar with terms like intersectionality, sexual assault nurse examiner, or even the specialty of forensic nursing, I recognized that the heart of nursing lies in making connections. School nurses understand that our clinics are where healing begins, embracing every type of diversity and honoring individuality. In my dual role as a school nurse and a Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner (SANE), I often find myself as a trusted adult students come to visit. With 23 years experience as a school nurse and 7 years as a SANE, disclosures from students regarding adverse ...