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NASN Statement on Passage of Legislation Cutting Medicaid, SNAP, WIC and CHIP

By NASN Inc posted 7 days ago
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The National Association of School Nurses (NASN) expresses deep concern following today’s House vote to approve H.R. 1 the so-called "Big Beautiful Bill," which includes sweeping cuts to core safety-net programs including Medicaid, the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC), and the Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP). These programs are foundational to the health and well-being of children in the United States. Cuts of this magnitude will disproportionately impact low-income families and children with chronic health needs—many of whom rely on school nurses ...

A Look Back at In-Person NASN2025!

By NASN Inc posted 12 days ago
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Do You Follow Us on Instagram? Get a glimpse into the In-Person NASN2025 Conference held last weekend in Austin! From powerful sessions to meaningful connections, we came together to showcase our collective strength. Follow us @nasnschoolnurses ! Want to keep the learning, growing, and networking going? Join us for Virtual NASN2025 NEXT WEEK, July 7-9 ! Learn more and register .

No Travel. All Access. NASN2025 Comes to You — July 7–9!

By NASN Inc posted 18 days ago
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Level up your practice with professional development and meaningful connections—right where you are— secure your spot ! Virtual NASN2025 features a combination of live-streamed sessions and on-demand content, allowing you to earn up to 20.0 NCPD contact hours! This conference is designed to suit different learning preferences and busy schedules. All sessions will be recorded and accessible until October 10, 2025 .

What’s Next for Medicaid? Senate Begins Debate on Budget Bill with Key Implications for School Health

By NASN Inc posted 24 days ago
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On May 22, the House of Representatives passed President Trump’s “Big, Beautiful Bill”—otherwise known as the Reconciliation package, which contains a mixture of tax cuts and funding increases for the border and the military. This was largely a party-line vote, passing by a single vote, 215-214. This bill contains $800 billion in cuts to Medicaid and CHIP over the next 10 years, primarily through the implementation of work requirements, as well as the repeal of provider taxes on hospitals. The bill has now moved to the Senate for consideration. President Trump has called on the Senate to pass its version by July 4, but many senators have expressed skepticism ...

Why AI in School Nursing Matters: Find Out in Episode 4 of Beyond Bandaids

By NASN Inc posted 26 days ago
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We're excited to bring you the latest episode of Beyond Bandaids , where host Terri Hinkley sits down with Brittany Hardiman (Medfield High School district nurse leader) and Katie Feeley (legal assistant at the Legal Resource Center for Public Health Policy, University of Maryland Carey School of Law). Together, they explore how artificial intelligence is making a significant impact in the world of school health—and why school nurses need to take notice now. In this episode, you'll discover: What AI really means for school nurses Real-world use cases Data-driven insights Ethical and legal guardrails Tips to get started ...

Beyond Ratios: Enhancing Safe and Equitable School Nurse Assignments Through Acuity Measurement

By Karen Holton Harriman, MSN, NCSN, RN posted 27 days ago
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Join me at IN-PERSON NASN2025 on 6/28/2025 from 2:00 – 3:15 PM for an empowering session, Beyond Ratios: Enhancing Safe and Equitable School Nurse Assignments Through Acuity Measurement. Has student health acuity increased in your school communities? Are you coordinating increasing levels of case management in addressing significant student health concerns? How is an increasing level of acuity affecting your sense of well-being and job satisfaction? How is school acuity being captured in your school assignments and your school district's current staffing models? With few validated tools for determining school nurse staffing, ...

Practical Applications of the MTSS Framework for Equitable Outcomes in Student Health

By Wendy Rau, MSN, RN, BA posted 27 days ago
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Revolutionize Your Health Office: MTSS for Equitable Student Health! Are you a school nurse dedicated to providing the best possible care for every student? Do you want to optimize your health office operations and ensure equitable access to health services for all? Then mark your calendars! We are thrilled to share a presentation specifically designed for school nurses, promising insightful and empowering strategies: Practical Applications of the MTSS Framework for Equitable Outcomes in Student Health This session will dive deep into how the Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) framework, often recognized for its academic applications, can be ...

Satchels & Purses for Nurses Silent Auction supports the Endowment Fund

By Alicia Jordan, BSN, RN, NCSN posted 06-11-2025
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Austin, Where the Purses are the Stars! Join us at In-Person NASN2025 for this year’s Satchels & Purses for Nurses Silent Auction fundraiser — all in support of the NASN Endowment Fund. Continued This Year: Online Bidding! We’re excited to continue with online bidding this year! Say goodbye to hovering over paper bidding sheets—this online-only, anytime-access auction lets you bid straight from your phone or any internet-connected device, anytime, anywhere. What to Expect Enjoy a fun-filled event featuring a fabulous collection of purses, totes, and satchels, generously donated by NASN Board members, Affiliates, Past Presidents, and friends of ...

NASN Statement on Vaccine Advisory Panel Dismissals

By NASN Inc posted 06-10-2025
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The National Association of School Nurses (NASN) is deeply concerned by the recent decision of Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to dismiss all 17 members of the CDC’s Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP). This unprecedented action risks undermining the public’s trust in a process that has safeguarded the health of generations. The ACIP has long played a critical role in reviewing scientific evidence and ensuring that immunization guidelines are informed by rigorous research, diverse clinical expertise, and public transparency. The integrity of this process is essential to maintaining confidence in the safety and efficacy ...

New Podcast: The Challenges Adolescent Women Face When Using High School Bathrooms

By NASN Inc posted 06-10-2025
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In the latest Journal of School Nursing (JOSN) podcast, Mayumi Willgerodt, editor of JOSN , interviews author Elissa Allen to discuss the article "Adolescent Women's Perspectives on Barriers and Facilitators to High School Bathroom Use." 🎧 Listen to the podcast . ...

Confident Conversations: Announcement Approach Training to Increase HPV Vaccine Uptake

By Amy E. Dark, DNP, MSN-PH, BA, RN posted 06-06-2025
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On Thursday June 26, 2025 1:00-2:15PM CST Lonestar Ballroom A-B come join us and learn evidence-based approaches to sharing HPV vaccine information confidently! Your strong recommendation is a primary reason why families choose to vaccinate their children. The HPV vaccine protects boys and girls from six types of HPV related cancer starting at age 9. Learn which populations are at greater risk, and how to use your knowledge and leadership to advocate for cancer prevention to your families and school community. We will use the Announcement Approach Training to demonstrate and practice having vaccine conversations while maintaining and strengthening our professional ...

Show Your NASN Pride Year-Round—Shop Apparel & Accessories Now!

By NASN Inc posted 06-04-2025
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The NASN Spirit Store is now open year-round, offering a variety of apparel and accessories to help you showcase your school nurse pride! Planning to attend NASN2025 in Austin, Texas (June 26–29, 2025)? To ensure your items arrive in time to pack and wear at the conference, please place your order by June 10, 2025 . Each product listing includes estimated shipping times, enabling you to confirm delivery dates before placing your order. If you’d like to see the items before placing your order, you can visit the NASN Hub at In-Person NASN2025, where they will be on display. You can then place your order online and have ...

CARING FOR THE CHILD WITH PRIMARY IMMUNODEFICIENCY A COLLABORATIVE NURSING MODEL

By Meg Jenkins, MS, BSN, RN, NCSN posted 06-03-2025
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Please join us! Thursday June 26, 2025 from 4:00-5:15 in the Lonestar Ballroom F NASN2025 Join us as we share information about Primary Immune Deficiency and how it presents the school environment. Students with PID face challenges throughout their life and school can be very overwhelming for a child and their family. School nurses, working collaboratively with the health care team can support and are well positioned to advocate and care for their students. We will explore the immune system, looking at three specific deficiencies; X linked Agammaglobulinemia (XLA) , X linked Chronic Granulomatous Disease (CGD) and Common Variable Immune ...

When Sexual Violence Comes to Your Campus

By Denise Bradley Buffin, RN, MEd, FNP, NSCN posted 06-01-2025
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Session Title: Intersectionality: When Sexual Violence Comes to Your Campus Date & Time: Saturday, June 28, 2025, at 3:30 PM Presenters: Kristin Beers, MSN, RN, SANE-A & Denise Buffin, FNP, MEd, RN, NCSN Why This Session Matters : School nurses are skilled in preparing for the “what ifs”—but must also be ready for the “when” of interpersonal violence. While we are trained as mandatory reporters, many feel unprepared for what happens after a disclosure. You don’t need to be a forensic expert to provide trauma-informed care—your child-centered expertise is critical. What You’ll Learn: Basics of forensic ...

Protect Your License and Improve Documentation Techniques

By NASN Inc posted 05-30-2025
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NASN's new Legal Survival Series: An Educational Series for School Nurses equips you with practical tools to navigate legal challenges, safeguard your professional practice, and advocate confidently for the students in your care. Topics include: How to Reduce Your Liability: What Every School Nurse Needs to Know Students with Disabilities: Legal Issues Surefire Documentation Techniques for School Nurses You Might Testify in a Case: Learn the Ins and Outs Member Rate: $50 (Non-Member Rate: $100)

Why Do Electric School Buses Matter? Find Out in Episode 3 of Beyond Bandaids

By NASN Inc posted 05-27-2025
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🎧 Episode 3 of Beyond Bandaids is here! We’re excited to bring you a new episode, where host Terri Hinkley welcomes guests Vanessa Long and David Mustonen to explore how electric school buses are driving change in student and public health, as well as school transportation. Discover the health, environmental, and logistical benefits of transitioning from diesel—and why this shift matters for students’ lungs, cleaner air, and school nurse advocacy. ▶️ Listen and follow on YouTube and Spotify ! ...

Singing the Blues: Why Are Boys Being Overlooked in Receiving Mental Health Care Access?

By Cynthia Samuel, PhD, RN, CSN-NJ, FNASN posted 05-27-2025
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Research suggests today’s school-age male students encounter increased levels of mental health concerns, including anxiety, depression, stress and suicidal ideation. These disturbing findings can potentially impact their academic achievement and overall health and well-being. While male students are slightly less likely than their female or gender diverse peers to report mental health challenges, they are more likely to relate to and identify with myths and stereotypes associated with masculinity along with appearing emotionless, independent, or tough. Despite research showing that boys and girls benefit equally from psychological strategies, interventions, ...

Integrating Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in the Management of Functional Neurological Disorder: School Nurse Guide

By Maureen Callas, MEd, NCSN, RN, BSN posted 05-19-2025
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Are you looking for ways to better support students with Functional Neurological Disorder (FND) through an inclusive lens? School nurses play a critical role, and understanding the impact of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) is key to providing effective, culturally sensitive care. Join us, Dr. Mariah J. Hansen DPT and Maureen J. Callas MEd, BSN, RN, NCSN, for an essential upcoming session: Integrating Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in the Management of Functional Neurological Disorder: School Nurse Guide Thursday, June 26, 2025 4:00 PM - 5:15 PM at IN-PERSON NASN2025 This insightful presentation will explore FND and how factors like cultural ...

Welcome NASN’s Newest Special Interest Group (SIG): DEI Isn’t Disappearing–It’s Evolving!!

By Cynthia Samuel, PhD, RN, CSN-NJ, FNASN posted 05-15-2025
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If you’ve been following the headlines, you might think diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives are now defunct, forbidden, and a thing of the past. Anti-DEI activists have painted a negative picture of a nation abandoning these values in schools, organizations, workplaces and beyond. But look closer, and you will see a very different story unfolding. The reality is that DEI isn’t being eliminated-it’s being reimagined and implemented differently. The terminology may be shifting, but the essence of DEI is alive and well in innovative thinking healthcare professionals and organizations who value gold standard practices in patient care. ...