Nurse Practitioner Kelly McGovern Landwehr, president of the Vermont State School Nurses’ Association and a school nurse, advocates against vaping in schools and at home. She shares her daughter's vaping addiction story, adding a personal touch to her advocacy. Highlighting the harm of nicotine and flavored products on young people, Kelly emphasizes the need for legislative action to protect Vermont's youth. Her role as a school nurse magnifies her commitment to students' well-being. Through her OpEd in VT Digger, Kelly urges swift action on Vermont’s vaping epidemic, shedding light on the hidden costs of addiction in education. Kelly's advocacy amplifies the urgency of addressing vaping's impact on young lives.
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The Relentless School Nurse: Remembering Lillian Wald in Celebration of Women’s History Month 2024
In honor of Women's History Month, I am highlighting the remarkable legacy of Lillian Wald, a pioneering figure in public health and community service. Wald's journey began in 1893 when, as a young nurse from the New York Hospital Training School, she embarked on a mission to teach home nursing to immigrant families in New… Continue reading The Relentless School Nurse: Remembering Lillian Wald in Celebration of Women’s History Month 2024
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The Relentless School Nurse: “Can I Tell You Something Nurse Chris?”
, We cannot underestimate the impact of the "Parents' Bill of Rights" movement that is sweeping across the country. On the surface, it seems innocent enough. Parents and school nurses need to be strong partners for students' health and well-being. But when legislation passes that includes cherry-picking which "services" school nurses can provide, it becomes… Continue reading The Relentless School Nurse: “Can I Tell You Something Nurse Chris?”
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The Relentless School Nurse: There is Nothing “Routine” in School Nursing!
There is a concerning trend happening in state houses across the country fundamentally impacting how school health services are delivered by licensed school nurses. The most recent state is Wyoming, passing a bill that under the guise of "protecting parental rights," requires schools to create lists of "routine" school nursing services that parents will have… Continue reading The Relentless School Nurse: There is Nothing “Routine” in School Nursing!
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The Relentless School Nurse: Embracing the “Two Things Can Be True” Mindset!
Embracing the Duality of School Nursing: Navigating Love and Challenges In the realm of school nursing, a profession that demands unwavering dedication, boundless compassion, and unyielding resilience, a delicate balance exists between the profound love for the job and the myriad challenges that accompany it. The intricate dance of school nursing, where passion intertwines… Continue reading The Relentless School Nurse: Embracing the “Two Things Can Be True” Mindset!
