School Nursing

The Relentless School Nurse: The Power of Encouragement

Inspiration for my blog posts comes from many sources. Today's message was prompted by this LinkedIn post from Justin Wright, creator of Brilliance Brief. It caught my eye because it focused on the power of words in creating work cultures of caring through supporting and encouraging people. I read through the list of declarative statements that… Continue reading The Relentless School Nurse: The Power of Encouragement

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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: Move Beyond Nurse to Student Ratios and Focus on Staffing for Safe Care

School nurses are crucial in maintaining the health and well-being of students, which in turn affects their academic success and the overall functionality of schools. The National Association of School Nurses (NASN), American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP), and American Nurses Association (ANA) have historically recommended nurse-to-student ratios, but these recommendations have evolved due to the… Continue reading The Relentless School Nurse: Move Beyond Nurse to Student Ratios and Focus on Staffing for Safe Care

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The Relentless School Nurse: Creating a Cozy Nest for Wellness in Your School Health Office

As we dive into 2024 and gear up for a new year, the importance of connections in our school community cannot be overstated. Now, more than ever, fostering a sense of safety is crucial for everyone—students and educators alike. And guess what? As school nurses, we play a pivotal role in promoting this nurturing environment… Continue reading The Relentless School Nurse: Creating a Cozy Nest for Wellness in Your School Health Office

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The Relentless School Nurse: Wear It Wednesday & Share a Selfie Using #SchoolNurseSolidarity

Today's guest post is from our friend Holly David one of the moderators of the private School Nursing Facebook group! Holly came across a post from one of the members who shared this message: “I love this group!! From what I have seen, we ALL need to come together across the nation as ONE!!  … Continue reading The Relentless School Nurse: Wear It Wednesday & Share a Selfie Using #SchoolNurseSolidarity