All school nurses are encouraged to participate in NASN Virtual Hill Days 2024! We need legislation to hire more school nurses. Political advocacy is part of our scope of practice. Here is an opportunity from NASN, with a step-by-step guide to accessing our elected officials. Our voices are strong, clear, and impactful when we unite with a clear message about our students’ and school communities’ health and safety. We are at a tipping point friends, there are specific actions we can take individually and collectively to influence public policy!
There are three days of Virtual Hill Days, each with specific actions that can be taken. Thank you NASN for creating this user-friendly guide to action. I look forward to participating and inviting the readers of this blog to join me. Please share your experiences and tag NASN in your social media posts. Use: #VHillDays2024 #NASNHillDays #4studenthealth
The following information was retrieved directly from NASN:
Virtual Hill Days
Tool Kit
June 11, 12 & 13, 2024
School nurses are the essential bridge between the healthcare and education systems, serving as frontline healthcare providers. They act as public health sentinels, not only for schools but also for their communities. For under-resourced communities, the school nurse may be the only healthcare provider a child sees. School nurses are vital in monitoring infectious diseases, identifying and addressing students’ physical and mental health needs, and conducting health screenings, school-located vaccinations, and immunization compliance efforts.
Participating in NASN’s Virtual Hill Days can help 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 aims to help rural and underserved schools hire more school nurses and increase student access to care. This advocacy will recognize the critical role of school nurses and demonstrate that every school should have a school nurse on staff every day. You can show your support by tweeting, emailing, or calling your Member of Congress and Senators using the provided sample messages or your own on June 11, 12, and 13.
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Tuesday, June 11, 2024
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Wednesday, June 12, 2024
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Thursday, June 13, 2024
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On my calendar and what a great way to wrap the year headed for #NASN2024 !
And thanks to you, I know where to sit every time!