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printable version For Immediate Release January 22, 2025 Contact: Kate McDuffie National Association of School Nurses kmcduffie@nasn.org NASN Names Dr. Mayumi Willgerodt as New Editor of The Journal of School Nursing SILVER SPRING, MD — ...

Our thoughts are with the communities and individuals affected by California's ongoing Wildland-Urban Interface (WUI) fires. We stand in solidarity with those impacted by this crisis, which has been declared a public health emergency , ...

Introduction : Are you ready to take your school nursing expertise to the next level? Join me on Saturday, June 28, from 2:00 PM to 3:15 PM at NASN2025 for an engaging session that dives deep into innovative practices tailored to special education programs. ...

Managing asthma in the school setting can be extremely challenging due to multiple complex etiologies and treatment modalities. NASN's new no-cost Clinical Practice Guideline Implementation Toolkit: Students with Asthma , designed to help ...

NASN's new no-cost School Nursing Evidence-Based CPG: Students with Asthma emphasizes the role of the school nurse in assessing the level of control for the student with asthma, assisting them with asthma self-management, administering asthma-specific ...

NASN members gain exclusive access to the All Member Forum, where they can share ideas, ask questions, and receive immediate feedback from their peers. Our new web page highlights the latest topics in the All Member Forum. See What School Nurses ...

Mental health needs in school are increasing and can affect every student. School nurses are well-positioned to support social-emotional learning and implement coping strategies for student success. In the latest NASN School Nurse podcast, ...

Shout out to these 2024 NASN influencers! Learn more about the NASN Strong member-to-member initiative. NASN members can earn e-commerce credits when school nurses they refer to NASN join the association. Connie Alcamo ...

The NASN office will be closed for the holidays from 12:00 noon on December 26 through January 1, reopening on January 2. Best wishes for the holidays and the New Year!

On December 17, NASN President Kate King discussed why vaccine requirements are important, the critical role of school nurses in vaccine education, helping parents and caregivers make informed decisions, and what it would mean if school mandates were ...

School nurses are strongly positioned within their communities to educate students, families, and school staff about the critical role of vaccines in preventing disease and promoting regular school attendance. Visit NASN's Immunizations resource web ...

By updating your NASN profile with your latest contact information, demographics, and professional interests, you ensure we can connect you with the resources, networking, and events most relevant to you. Please take a few minutes to log in and ...

National Influenza Vaccination Week (NIVW) is a nationwide call to action to encourage everyone 6 months and older to get their annual flu vaccine. School nurses are key in spreading the word about the flu vaccine, and NASN's no-cost NCPD program ...

Staying up to date in nursing is a challenging and exciting endeavor; one way to engage in the learning process is to serve as a reviewer for a peer-reviewed journal, especially in publications closely related to your specialty in nursing. ...

NASN membership includes subscriptions to NASN School Nurse and The Journal of School Nursing (JOSN) . Sign up today to receive content alerts directly to your inbox to ensure you never miss the latest updates, making it easier to stay informed ...

This National Diabetes Awareness Month, we’re proud to join other leading organizations in proclaiming that a type 1 diabetes (T1D) diagnosis shouldn’t be a crisis and urging families and health care providers to get ahead of a T1D diagnosis. Early screening ...

NASN's new no-cost NCPD program supports school nurses in developing their skills and knowledge to effectively manage and improve health outcomes for children with panic and emotional dysregulation. Learn more and complete the course .

It's Diabetes Awareness Month, and NASN's School Nursing Evidence-Based Clinical Practice Guideline: Students with Type 1 Diabetes is available at no cost. This resource provides clear, actionable practice recommendations and strategies designed ...

Become familiar with the candidates who are stepping forward to lead NASN. In the upcoming election, NASN members will select a President-Elect, Secretary-Treasurer, and a Nominating Committee Member. The election will be conducted online in the Spring ...

School nurses are critical members of a school's Emergency Response Team. Consider enrolling in NASN's School Emergency Triage Training (SETT) course, which is suitable for nurses, administrators, and others involved in school emergency management ...

November is National Epilepsy Awareness Month. Explore NASN's Coordinated Support System for Students with Epilepsy (CSSSE) webpage to find numerous free evidence-based resources, toolkits, and training to help decrease stigma and spread epilepsy ...

The free educational activity Vaccinations for School-Aged Children: An Opportunity for Health Promotion, Collaboration, and Family Engagement provides an overview of the current state of national school vaccination coverage, the 2024 child and adolescent ...

NASN's new free NCPD program, "Focus on Fall: Respiratory Illness Vaccines to Support Student and Staff Wellness," highlights the critical role of school nurses in promoting vaccine confidence and implementing strategies to increase vaccine uptake and ...

The NASN School Nurse Journal is conducting a Journal Cover Contest in honor of School Nurse Day 2025! Nursing is an art and a science, and to honor our artistic side, the NASN School Nurse Journal would like to showcase the ...

NASN is seeking nominations for Fellow and Honorary Fellow of the National Academy of School Nursing. The distinction of Fellow signifies superior achievement and exceptional contributions to NASN and the school nursing profession. The Honorary Fellow ...

The National Association of School Nurses (NASN) stands in solidarity with the communities affected by the devastating impact of recent hurricanes. As natural disasters continue to disrupt lives, schools, and the health of students across the nation, ...

Martha Dewey Bergren, editor of The Journal of School Nursing , interviews author Nakia Best to discuss the article "Exploration of Factors Associated with Reported Medication Administration Errors in North Carolina Public School Districts." ...

Submit an oral or poster presentation for In-Person or Virtual NASN2025 by this Friday, October 11, 2024 ! The In-Person event is scheduled for June 26-29, 2025, in Austin, TX, and the Virtual conference will take place online from July 7-9, 2025. ...

Our new educational activity, Improving MTSS Systems of Care for Student Mental Health: Tier 1-3, will equip you with the necessary tools to define mental health promotion services and supports, apply the steps of the nursing process to evaluate ...

School attendance is essential to student learning and success. On NASN's new Attendance resource web page, you can locate NASN's Position Statement, Addressing Chronic Absenteeism , and learn more about the school nurse role in combating chronic ...

Visit NASN's School Health Documentation resource web page now to download a fact sheet to help you select an electronic documentation system for your school and locate journal articles and other resources and links on this topic.

Join Cathy Yonkaitis, DNP, RN, NCSN, PHNA-BC, FNASN, William Eiserman, Ph.D., and Terry Foust, AuD, CCC-A/SLP for the webinar "Identifying Children with Hearing Loss: The Key Role of School Nurses in Evidence-Based Screening" sponsored by NASN and in ...

NASN's new free educational activity, Pediatric to Adult Care Transition for Students with Childhood Onset Lupus—The School Nurse Role in Care Coordination and Transition Planning , offers 1.0 NCPD contact hour and provides evidence-based current information, ...

Join NASN at 3:30 PM ET on October 2 for the Focus on Fall: Respiratory Illness Vaccines to Support Student and Staff Wellness webinar to learn about CDC and AAP-recommended vaccines targeting respiratory illness. NASN's Amy Dark MSN, BA, RN, ...

The National Center for Children’s Vision and Eye Health at Prevent Blindness, in collaboration with NASN, is excited to introduce a toolkit designed to support school nurses, school staff, parents, and caregivers. The toolkit encompasses online eye health ...

Martha Dewey Bergren, editor of The Journal of School Nursing , interviews author Sheryl Bennett to discuss the article "School Nurses’ Language Needs When Caring for Students from Limited English Proficiency Households." You can learn more about ...

NASN is currently accepting applications for the Editor of The Journal of School Nursing position. We encourage all qualified and interested applicants to apply. You can also share this announcement with qualified candidates in your network. The ...

NASN Research Grants are available to fund research projects that aim to advance quality school nursing practice, school-affiliated healthcare delivery, and support the health of school-age children. To be eligible, a NASN member must be a part of the ...

NASN encourages members to apply for NASN scholarships to pursue advanced education. Submit applications for the following scholarships by October 15, 2024 : Diversity in School Nursing Scholarship Endowment Education Scholarship ...

Visit NASN's Disaster Preparedness resource web page now to download an Emergency Resources, Equipment, and Supplies List for Schools and locate other resources and links on this topic.

Whether you are a seasoned school nurse or starting your first year, NASN’s Back-to-School Tips & Tools page provides an easy-to-access collection of resources designed to support you in your practice as you begin a new school year, helping you protect ...

You can access NASN's recent Position Statement, Safe, Supportive, Equitable Schools , on NASN's School Safety resource web page, where you can also locate additional resources and links related to this important topic. Visit the resource ...

In December, NASN President Kate King will lead a delegation of NASN members to visit Havana, Cuba. This is a one-of-a-kind opportunity to delve into the intersection between the healthcare and education systems in Cuba, with a special focus on the pivotal ...

NASN's newest NCPD program, School-based Environmental Management of Asthma: Strategies and Health Equity Implications , supports school nurses in developing their skills and knowledge to effectively manage and improve health outcomes for children with ...

New Podcast Sponsored by The Teachers College Emporia State University Episode: Nurses Support Teaching & Learning, featuring Dr. Kate King, President, and Lynn Nelson, President-Elect of NASN, highlights the critical role of school nurses in creating ...

In a majority of states and the District of Columbia, measles immunization rates have fallen below the level needed to protect against outbreaks. In a recent EducationWeek article , NASN President Kate King discussed the reluctance to immunize, ...

NASN's no-cost NCPD program, School Nurse Epilepsy Clinical Practice Guidelines and Toolkit Training , helps school nurses implement evidence-based practices for students with seizures and epilepsy using the Clinical Practice Guideline ...

NASN is asking all school nurses to claim—or identify—the school(s) they serve. This will enable us to identify staffing gaps and target our advocacy and development efforts more effectively. And don't worry—if you are a district-level employee, you can ...

Cathy Yonkaitis, NASN School Nurse Editor, interviews author Loree LaChance to discuss the article "The United States Constitution: Legal Literacy and School Nursing." You can learn more about this article by reading the abstract below and ...

The NASN School Nursing Practice Framework™ ( Framework ) creates an overarching structure that includes concepts integral to the complex clinical specialty practice of school nursing. It illustrates the fundamental principles of professional ...

Virtual NASN2024 brings valuable information right to you when and where you can easily access it. Past virtual conference attendees have loved the ease of attending online and said the virtual conference event was well-organized and informative. ...

As of July 1, 2024, NASN will discontinue our presence on X/Twitter, as the platform does not align with NASN's vision, mission, and core values. Please continue to follow us on Facebook , LinkedIn , YouTube , and NOW on Instagram !

Martha Dewey Bergren, editor of The Journal of School Nursing , interviews author Anita Moyes to discuss the article "An Untenable Burden: Exploring Experiences of Secondary School Nurses Who Encounter Young People with Mental Health Problems." You ...

Your participation in NASN's Virtual Hill Days will amplify the critical role of school nurses and demonstrate that every school should have a school nurse on staff every day. On June 11, 12, and 13 , you can make a difference by tweeting, emailing, ...

NASN is excited to announce the launch of the new NCPD program, Mental Health Challenges for Students with Epilepsy: Practice Considerations for School Nurses . This program provides information on the impact, risk factors, health disparities, and ...

Join in on NASN's Virtual Hill Days on June 11, 12, and 13 to create momentum and support for the NURSE Act, reintroduced on March 14, 2024, by U.S. Senator Jon Tester (MT-D) and already introduced by Representative Dina Titus (NV-D). This legislation ...

NASN's School Nursing Practice Framework™ ( Framework ) depicts the key principles of professional school nursing practice; the graphic now consists of layers of support for school nurses and those we serve. You can view the ...

Limited seats are available for the In-Person event in Chicago, but our virtual event has UNLIMITED spots and allows you to learn from anywhere! Virtual NASN2024 offers up to 20.0 NCPD contact hours and includes a mix of sessions presented ...

NASN School Nurse Editor Catherine F. Yonkaitis interviews authors Andrea Tanner and Rodney La Point about their article, "A Contemporary Framework Update for Today's School Nursing Landscape: Introducing the School Nursing Practice Framework™ ." ...

NASN collaborates with the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) on several projects, as their mission closely aligns with ours. Thanks to our relationship with AAP, we are excited to announce that NASN members can now purchase select books from AAP at ...

The 2024 NASN election results have been tallied, and the following individuals have been elected: 2024-2026 Vice President – Francis Luna, MSN, RN, NCSN Nominating Committee member – Doreen Crowe, MEd, BSN, RN Francis will be installed at ...

NASN School Nurse Chat highlights timely student and school health topics. Listen to the new 3-part podcast series discussing Patient-Centered Outcomes Research Institute - PCORI's The ASIST study, its impact on students with mild ...

Martha Dewey Bergren, editor of The Journal of School Nursing , interviews author Kasey Jordan about the article "A Qualitative Exploration of School Nurse Continuing Education Needs." You can learn more about this article by reading the abstract ...

The early registration rate has been extended to May 10, 2024. Register Now to get the best possible rate. Can't make it to NASN's Annual Conference in Chicago this year? We've got you covered! Join us for Virtual NASN2024 ...

The IASN Foundation welcomes In-Person NASN2024 attendees to Chicago! Join us for a 𝘕𝘈𝘚𝘕 𝘊𝘰𝘮𝘦𝘥𝘺 𝘕𝘪𝘨𝘩𝘵 on Thursday, June 27th at 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗦𝗲𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗱 𝗖𝗶𝘁𝘆 for a great time. ⁣ ⁣𝗟𝗶𝗺𝗶𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗸𝗲𝘁𝘀 available at $𝟰𝟬! Learn more or register. ...

printable version For Immediate Release April 26, 2024 Contact: Kate McDuffie National Association of School Nurses kmcduffie@nasn.org NASN Releases Updated School Nursing Practice Framework ™ to Address Evolving Needs in Student Health and ...

We've updated and added new NASN Membership Minute videos to help you navigate your membership benefits and our NASN.org website, including How to Login to the NASN Website and Locate Programs in the Learning Center . Please contact the ...

Do you need reasons to attend the NASN conference in Chicago or online? This toolkit contains an editable template letter to share with administrators or employers to fit your needs and detail how your attendance benefits your whole school ...

Vote now to choose NASN's next Vice President and nominating committee member. Cast your vote before midnight ET this Monday, April 15, 2024. Meet the candidates and access the online ballot . (NASN members with the Active membership type ...

The NASN Employment Center allows you to browse job postings and offers several career advice articles and services . You can also sign up for the Employment Center Job Flash to have job postings delivered straight to your inbox.

School Nurse Day, Wednesday, May 8, 2024, raises awareness and recognizes the hard work, accomplishments, and impact of school nurses nationwide. Here are some easy ways to create a buzz about School Nurse Day 2024: Display this ...

School nurses are Stronger Together ! Join us for NASN2024 – face-to-face in Chicago, on our virtual platform , or both ! These separate events with different schedules offer sessions presented or co-presented by experienced ...

We're thrilled to announce the collaboration between the National Student Safety and Security Conference (NSSSC) and the National Association of School Nurses (NASN) that highlights our shared commitment to enhancing student safety and well-being. ...

NASN is currently accepting applications for a Nursing Education and Practice Specialist . We encourage all qualified and interested applicants to apply and others to share this announcement with qualified candidates in your network. The application ...

On March 14, 2024, as part of his continued work to bolster rural health care and advocate for kids, U.S. Senator Jon Tester (MT) introduced his Nurses for Under-Resourced Schools Everywhere (NURSE) Act to help rural and underserved schools hire more ...

Vote now to help choose tomorrow's NASN leaders. Cast your vote before midnight Eastern on April 15, 2024. You can vote online or request a paper ballot. (NASN members with the Active membership type are eligible to vote.) Meet the candidates ...

NASN School Nurse Editor Catherine F. Yonkaitis interviews authors Christy Giddens and Julie Blankenship about their article, "The Red Square: A Healthcare Sterile Cockpit to Reduce Medication Errors." You can learn more about this article by ...

Catherine F. Yonkaitis, DNP, RN, NCSN PHNA-BC, the new editor of the NASN School Nurse , would like to hear from you about the innovative practices your data has pushed you towards and the topics you have questions about. In the latest ...

printable version NASN Names 2024 National Academy of School Nursing Fellows Silver Spring, MD, March 8, 2024—The National Association of School Nurses (NASN) recently named eight professionals for induction into the National Academy of School Nursing. ...

Martha Dewey Bergren, editor of The Journal of School Nursing , interviews author Kimberly McNally to discuss the article "School Nurses' Experiences and Roles in Promoting and Administering the HPV Vaccine: A Systematic Review Using the Socioecological ...

School-located vaccination clinics (SLVs) are an important strategy for promoting vaccine access and assuring equity. NASN and the Association of Immunization Managers (AIM) collaborated to create the School-Located Vaccination Clinics Toolkit ...

NASN's newly developed E-Manual Coordinated Support System for Students with Epilepsy aims to build school nurse capacity and confidence to assess and address the physical and social needs of students with epilepsy – and build a network of community-based ...

PCORI's recent study adds to evidence that symptom-based adjustment of medication works as well as provider-based adjustment for treating children with mild persistent asthma. NASN's new offering, PCORI Symptom-based Adjustment of Inhaled Steroid ...

Registration is Now Open for NASN’s 56th Annual School Nurse Conference! NASN2024 offers two separate learning events to meet the needs of all school nurses and school health team members. Learn More and Register Before May 1, 2024, for the ...

SIGs are groups of NASN members with mutual interests. NASN's SIGs allow you to join other school nurses in similar practice settings to share knowledge and experiences. Are you interested in becoming a member of a SIG? NASN is pleased to offer ...

NASN's new no-cost School Nursing Evidence-Based Clinical Practice Guideline: Students with Seizures and Epilepsy CPG Implementation Toolkit , designed to improve the health and quality of life of children with epilepsy and their families through ...

NASN's new no-cost School Nursing Evidence-based Clinical Practice Guideline: Students with Seizures and Epilepsy , based on the most recent and highest quality evidence, assists school nurses in providing care to students with seizure disorders, ...

printable version For Immediate Release February 5, 2024 Contact: Kate McDuffie National Association of School Nurses kmcduffie@nasn.org California Congressmen Dr. Raul Ruiz & Adam Schiff Win Lillian Wald Award SILVER SPRING, MD — The ...

The proclamation and logo for National School Nurse Day on May 8, 2024, have been released. Visit www.schoolnurseday.org . Processing requests for proclamations can take time, so we encourage you to plan and promote the event well in ...

NASN's newest NCPD course focuses on Rare Seizure Disorders and Practice Considerations for School Nurses. This course is free for NASN members and provides school nurses with essential information about their role in caring for students with rare seizures/epilepsy. ...

The NASN2024 Justification Toolkit provides reasons to attend face-to-face in Chicago, online for the virtual event or both. The toolkit contains an editable template letter to share with administrators or employers to fit your needs ...