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: 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!
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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: Celebrating a Collaborative Partnership in Health & Learning
Schools of Nursing and local school district nurses are uniquely positioned to strategically support each other's missions and visions. How fortunate my Camden City School District (CCSD) is to have the investment and dedication of the Rutgers-Camden School of Nursing as a partner in health and learning! This collaboration began in 2022 when more… Continue reading The Relentless School Nurse: Celebrating a Collaborative Partnership in Health & Learning
