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New Podcast: School Nurses Level the Playing Field

By NASN Inc posted 20 hours ago
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Martha Dewey Bergren, editor of The Journal of School Nursing , interviews author Felesia Bowen to discuss the article "Education is a Social Determinant of Health: School Nurses Level the Playing Field." You can learn more about this article by reading the abstract below and listening to the podcast . Each of the five social determinants of health (economics, education, healthcare, the built environment, social and community context) is equally important, however, the most powerful determinant of health is education. Education is directly correlated with good health and social mobility ( Zajacova & Lawrence, 2018 ); it is the ...

Webinar: School Health Data Sharing Across Sectors

By NASN Inc posted 4 days ago
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Join us Wednesday, October 4, at 4 PM ET for the School Health Data Sharing Across Sectors webinar. Participants will better understand the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), important factors to consider when entering data sharing arrangements and partnerships across sectors, and apply learned material to real-world scenarios. Learn more and register . Free for NASN members!

Supporting Students with Allergies and Risk for Anaphylaxis

By NASN Inc posted 6 days ago
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A safe and supportive school environment for students with allergies is critical for their safety and learning. NASN’s new School Nursing Evidence-Based Clinical Practice Guideline: Students with Allergies and Risk for Anaphylaxis provides evidence-based recommendations to assist the school nurse in improving the health and safety of the school-age child with allergies and anaphylaxis. The new no-cost Allergy and Anaphylaxis Toolkit will help school nurses implement those recommendations. View the Evidence-Based Clinical Practice Guideline. Get the Toolkit.

NASN Launches New Naloxone Education Toolkit

By NASN Inc posted 15 days ago
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NASN's no-cost Naloxone Education Toolkit offers a variety of resources to help school nurses and other school leaders evaluate and address the drug overdose crisis. Learn more and get the toolkit .

Benefits of NASN Membership Is it for you? Why or why not?

By Meg Jenkins, MS, BSN, RN, NCSN posted 18 days ago
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What are the costs, and more importantly, what are the benefits? I have been a school nurse for gulp, 29 + years and a registered nurse for 40. Not sure how that happened, but I do know this. My practice as a nurse in the school setting has exponentially improved with my membership at both the state and national levels. My membership in my (NH) school nurses association (NHSNA) was, at best, sporadic for the first part of my school health career. I was working multiple jobs, single parenting and too busy. But then…while attending a conference, I offered to help with registration…and you KNOW how the rest goes!! I then made sure to join annually. Once ...

New NASN Professional Liability Insurance Program

By NASN Inc posted 18 days ago
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Affordable professional liability rates are extended to NASN members through NASN's newly endorsed provider, Nurses Service Organization (NSO). As a nursing professional, NSO empowers you to confidently pursue your passion by providing malpractice insurance and valuable risk management education. Learn more .

Is Substance Use Undermining Adolescent Mental Health?

By NASN Inc posted 22 days ago
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School nurses spend 30% of their time attending to student mental health concerns and need practice- and competency-based behavioral health continuing education opportunities. NASN's new no-cost NCPD program Is Substance Use Undermining Adolescent Mental Health? School Nurse Role on the School-Based Mental Health Team helps you apply the Multi-Tiered System of Support (MTSS) framework to address adolescent substance use and mental health.

President Column: Fall 2023

By Tara Cliff, MPH, RN, LSN posted 23 days ago
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I hope that everyone has enjoyed a relaxing and rejuvenating summer. I had an opportunity to connect and enjoy the NASN conference in Orlando with several of our members. Definitely a highlight of my year to learn and share in the many great things school nurses are doing on behalf of students around the country. Our executive leadership team had a summer retreat to ground our work for the upcoming year. We have a dedicated group of nurse leaders around the state who are working with our various SNOM committees to make sure that our students are healthy, safe, and ready to learn. Our Foundations for School Nurse conference was a success! We had 75 nurses ...

What You Need to Know About Celiac Disease and Disorders of Gut–Brain Interaction

By NASN Inc posted 26 days ago
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NASN School Nurse Editor Cynthia Galemore interviews Margaret Bultas and Elissa Brueggemann about the article "Celiac Disease and Disorders of Gut-Brain Interaction: What School Nurses Need to Know." Learn more about this article by reading the abstract below and listening to the podcast . Abdominal pain and discomfort are common reasons students visit the school health office. Abdominal pain, in children, may be related to gastrointestinal conditions such as celiac disease (CD) or disorders of gut-brain interaction (DGBIs). Both CD and DGBIs, formerly known as functional abdominal pain disorders, are both prevalent in the pediatric population. ...

September-Self Awareness Month

By Laura Phillips, MPH, BSN, RN, NCSN posted 27 days ago
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I can't believe that August has come and gone and we are already finishing up the first week of September! September continues to be a busy month for professional school nurses as they are continuing to support students with their health needs, and staff with training and delegations. Both new seasoned professional school nurses may be overwhelmed with the responsibilities the beginning of the school brings. During this hectic time of year, the professional school nurse must find time to stay healthy and for self-care. Self-care is an essential provision listed in the code of ethics by the American Nurses Association (ANA). The fifth provision states ...

Resources You Need for the New School Year

By NASN Inc posted 28 days ago
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As students head back to school, it's important that school nurses have the necessary resources to promote their well-being and encourage healthy habits that support lifelong wellness. NASN's back-to-school toolkit provides the tools you need to work closely with school staff, students, and administration to create a healthy environment where students can thrive. GET THE TOOLKIT.

Nominate Fellows and Honorary Fellows of NASN

By NASN Inc posted 08-31-2023
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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 award is an esteemed recognition bestowed upon non-nurses who are leaders in their respective fields, dedicated contributors, and ardent supporters of the NASN Vision. Learn more about Fellows of NASN. The deadline for nominations is November 30th.

Apply for NASN Research Grants

By NASN Inc posted 08-30-2023
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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 research team. Learn more and apply. The deadline to submit applications is October 31st.

Discover NASN Scholarship Opportunities

By NASN Inc posted 08-24-2023
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NASN members can apply for educational scholarships, including the new Diversity in School Nursing Scholarship , which provides financial support for registered nurses employed in schools from historically underrepresented racial/ethnic backgrounds to pursue advanced education in health-related sciences. Other scholarships available include: Endowment Education Scholarship Advocacy Education Scholarship RN to BSN Education Advancement Scholarship The deadline for applications is October 15 .

Call for NASN2024 Conference Presentation Submissions

By NASN Inc posted 08-21-2023
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NASN is calling for presentation submissions for NASN2024 , Stronger Together . We will once again offer both a virtual conference and an in-person event in Chicago, Illinois, from June 28 to July 1, 2024. We seek evidence-based conference submissions that support the NASN2024 learning outcomes and incorporate learner-centered strategies. Come and showcase your innovative ideas and solutions to improve school health services and benefit the students and communities we serve. Learn more and submit . The deadline for submissions is October 13, 2023, at noon ET.

NASN's Kate King Shares Tips on the TODAY Show

By NASN Inc posted 08-17-2023
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On August 16, NASN President Kate King shared valuable advice for parents and caregivers on the TODAY Show to prepare for a healthy, safe, and successful return to school. See the segment . Want to know more about the free vision vouchers for eye exams and glasses she references? NASN members can visit our VSP Vision™ Eyes of Hope® page to learn more and enroll.

Implement a MTSS Approach for School Health Services

By NASN Inc posted 08-15-2023
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The NASN School Nurse article Designing School Health Services to Provide Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS) for All Students offers valuable insights into how MTSS aligns with school health services and school nursing practice; and how you can garner a "seat at the table" with the school MTSS team to create a shared vision to plan, implement, and evaluate the three tiers of MTSS when applied to both education and health.

Transitioning Students From Pediatric to Adult Epilepsy Care

By NASN Inc posted 08-10-2023
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Are you looking for information on how to assist students transitioning from pediatric to adult epilepsy care? NASN's new no-cost panel presentation, Transition for Students with Epilepsy: The Role of the School Nurse , can help. This presentation provides information on the school nurse role in transitioning students from pediatric to adult epilepsy care and includes the legal requirements and resources needed to support these students. Upon successful completion, participants will receive 1.0 NCPD contact hour. Learn more.

NASN Welcomes CEO Terri Hinkley

By NASN Inc posted 08-07-2023
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We are pleased to welcome Terri Hinkley, EdD, MBA, BScN, RN, CAE, as the CEO of NASN. With her leadership experience, strategic mindset, and passion for nursing and school health, we are confident NASN, school nurses, and school communities nationwide will benefit greatly. “I look forward to working with the Board of Directors to advocate on behalf of school nurses and the students and communities they serve—to fight for the resources they need, the respect they deserve, and the recognition of the invaluable work accomplished by school nurses every day,” said Hinkley.

Share the Value of NASN Membership With Employers

By NASN Inc posted 08-04-2023
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NASN Stands with School Nurses so School Nurses can Stand for Student Success! NASN has a new tool to share with employers to communicate the value of professional organization membership. View the guide to discover and share how NASN membership benefits your entire school community.