Relentless School Nurse

AUGUST 28, 2023

This is part 1 of a two-part back-to-school series… Taking pauses in our role as school nurses holds immense significance as it allows us to recharge, reflect, and provide optimal care to our students. Pausing during the day allows us to rest, rejuvenate, and prevent burnout.

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Relentless School Nurse

JULY 30, 2023

While resilience can be helpful in handling challenging situations, it doesn’t shield us from the impact of hurtful words or difficult moments. Imagine having the time and support to talk about our challenges, find solutions together, and prioritize our well-being.

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Relentless School Nurse

MARCH 1, 2024

Eileen Gavin is President of the New Jersey State School Nurse Association (NJSSNA) and she has an important message to share about the significance of returning to in-person school nursing conferences. doi:10.1177/1942602X211056371 Connect with us Twitter @SchoolNurseNJ Facebook @NJssna Instagram @njssna   NASN School Nurse.

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Relentless School Nurse

APRIL 5, 2023

As a school nurses, many of us have seen firsthand the devastating impact of gun violence in our schools and communities. It is time for us to take a stand and demand change. The campaign aims to raise awareness about the frequency of gun violence in schools and urges lawmakers to take action to prevent future tragedies.

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Relentless School Nurse

APRIL 2, 2023

Read this story about how Jim, a Maine crossing guard saved a student from being hit by a speeding car: ‘Jim the lifeguard’: Winthrop school crossing guard saves child from near miss But that is not the entire story, you see, the little girl he saved was actually the school nurse’s daughter!

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Slow Chat PE

APRIL 2, 2023

You may be reading this and saying that there are lots of conferences every day across the nation what is so reality-bending about that? Val told us exactly what she wanted. Dr. Kate Spence stepped in and was able to provide us with a space at Fairleigh Dickinson University that had everything you could possibly imagine.

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SHAPE America

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

October is Health Literacy Month, and the team at Ask, Listen, Learn is excited to collaborate with SHAPE America to share free resources to aid in starting conversations with your students about the importance of saying “NO” to underage drinking and empowering them in making informed, healthy choices.

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SHAPE America

APRIL 20, 2023

National PE & Sport Week (May 1-7) is just about here. SHAPE America’s National PE & Sport Week allows us to showcase, promote, advocate, and show off our best ideas. We also have the excitement of the spring weather that has graced us with its presence.

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Slow Chat PE

JUNE 2, 2023

SHAPE America and the Marine Corps Partnership Throughout our journey in life, we inevitably encounter numerous valuable lessons that shape us as individuals. Among these valuable insights, one stands out as the most important: the significance of being critical—of ourselves, others, and the world around us.

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SHAPE America

MAY 23, 2023

One of the teachers was really excited about the information about the U.S. Open and PHIT America — and she then shared information with me about a company called CYCLE Kids. I reached out to them and mentioned how I had heard about the company. They also had some bike mechanics attend to help us put the bikes together.

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SHAPE America

FEBRUARY 13, 2024

At the booth, they connected to school board members and administrators, spoke about standards and assessments, and handed out printed materials. How can you help us in offering better nutrition for our lunch program? Final Thoughts on Advocating for HPE Advocacy starts with us — the individuals.

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Changing the Game Project

APRIL 23, 2024

On April 19, my beautiful mom Kathleen O’Sullivan, known by all of us as Granny O, passed away. Our mom was our rock, our beacon of unconditional love, and the person who encouraged all of us to follow our hearts and make a life out of what we are most passionate about. I am heartbroken. Alzheimer’s is a cruel disease.

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Relentless School Nurse

MARCH 26, 2023

It was scheduled for March 27 – 28, 2020 and in the first days of March that unforgettable year, we were not sure what was ahead of us. I remember the long and difficult conversations about what to do, given the proximity of our conference, as the unknown was looming with news of a novel virus rapidly approaching.

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Relentless School Nurse

MARCH 17, 2024

While Zoom has served us all well through COVID, face-to-face communication and being together in real life is priceless. Eileen Gavin, NJSSNA President, set the tone for our conference by introducing the concept of “ The Huddle, ” an evidence-based communication tool that she read about in NASN School Nurse Journal.

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Relentless School Nurse

SEPTEMBER 30, 2022

Here are some suggestions that might help us regroup and regain equilibrium; at least I hope so: Be realistic about what you can achieve during the school day. I know it’s hard when demands surround us, setting true emergencies aside, try as hard as you can to stick to boundaries. . Focus on the urgent and important.

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Relentless School Nurse

MAY 7, 2023

The Oliver’s form of activism uses art to make profound social statements about gun violence in our country. They use “innovative messaging, advertising and disruptive art campaigns to pressure the country’s law makers to do the right thing and free us from gun violence.”

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Relentless School Nurse

APRIL 16, 2024

I want to especially thank Eli Bruggemann, whose initial email inquiry was the beginning of a series of deeply thoughtful conversations about school nursing practice in Missouri. ” There was a beautiful imagery using strings of pearls woven throughout the weekend.

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Relentless School Nurse

FEBRUARY 27, 2023

The decision you needed to make to move away from the chaos of COVID is noteworthy because you mirrored the importance of self-care for the rest of us. Nurses often put ourselves last on the care list, but you reminded us that our mental and physical health is equally important.

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Relentless School Nurse

JUNE 21, 2023

Heather Simpson and Lydia Greene have equally compelling stories to tell about their journey from ardent anti-vax social media influencers to pro-vax activists. Their perspective from inside the anti-vax movement reveals how rampant disinformation and misinformation are used to weaponize new moms to become anti-vax too.

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Relentless School Nurse

JULY 22, 2023

It was heartwarming to witness how this shared dedication brought us together as a cohesive and united community. The knowledge shared and the insights gained were invaluable, enhancing our abilities as school nurses and equipping us to provide better care to our students.

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Relentless School Nurse

DECEMBER 31, 2022

It was such a huge relief to step away from the rising COVID cases that were swirling all around us, especially in those last few weeks of school. Bring it on 2022, you can’t scare us, we are school nurses, relentless ones. Stand up for us and protect our well-being and safety. Winter break came in the nick of time.

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Relentless School Nurse

JULY 29, 2023

Creator: FatCamera – Credit: Getty Images The past few days have seen several disturbing headlines about the state of school nursing that do not bode well for our future. From individual consultations to teaching sessions and interdisciplinary collaborations, each task offers us a chance to make a difference in students’ lives.

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Relentless School Nurse

JUNE 12, 2023

The results of this survey will be used to help develop the specifications for the National Board for Certification of School Nurses (NBCSN) National Certified School Nurse (NCSN) Examination. Please take 15 minutes to tell us about your school nurse work. Responses are due July 9, 2023. Complete the survey: [link] Questions?

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Relentless School Nurse

MAY 19, 2023

Educating Others about Your Role : Take the initiative to educate those around you about the invaluable contributions you make as a school nurse. Share information about the wide range of services you provide, such as first aid, medication administration, health screenings, and health education.

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Relentless School Nurse

JANUARY 14, 2023

How does a nation once again elevate the profession of nursing as the most respected and ethical profession but treat us so poorly? We can’t make this make sense, and so many of us have quit, understandably so. It wears us down to the point of leaving our chosen profession, further burdening an already overburdened workforce.

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Relentless School Nurse

JANUARY 21, 2024

I have been thinking about this mark in time as a way to boost my morale. I have spent this long snowy weekend (thanks to a snow day on Friday) thinking deeply about how I can regain my enthusiasm. I recently shared a blog post about Donna Gaffney’s new book, “Courageous Well-Being for Nurses.”

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Relentless School Nurse

OCTOBER 13, 2023

When I stop and think about all of the layers of responsibilities on our shoulders, I have to admit, it can be overwhelming! Practicing self-compassion can help us manage stress, prevent burnout, and improve our overall health and well-being. Healing is forged over time, within each of us, and in community.

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Relentless School Nurse

MAY 24, 2023

Our collaboration allows us to approach prevention holistically. By aligning our voices, we raise awareness about the impact of gun violence on children and adolescents, garnering support from policymakers, community leaders, and the public. As healthcare professionals, we are seen as trusted sources of information and guidance.

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Relentless School Nurse

SEPTEMBER 10, 2022

There is little contact tracing happening, vague messaging about possible exposures, suggestions of wearing masks if exposed, and the ability to return to school for COVID-positive students and staff on day six. . We can represent all that makes us proud to be a nurse, but martyrdom is a relic from the past and has not served us well.

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Relentless School Nurse

JULY 28, 2022

We had a frank discussion about the importance of civil communication and collaboration to ensure safety for your children and teens. . . CDC’s Interim Guidance for Administrators of US K-12 Schools and Child Care Programs. Contact us directly via Email. Listen by clicking this link: [link]. . SHOW NOTES. .

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Relentless School Nurse

JULY 23, 2023

Now, in this follow-up post, I want to reflect on my presentation titled “A Public Health Approach to Ending Gun Violence Against Children: Experiences from a US School Nurse’s Office.” My presentation, on the other hand, delved into the specific challenges of school gun violence from a US school nurse’s perspective.

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Relentless School Nurse

DECEMBER 6, 2023

With a rich background in healthcare, including service with the US Public Health Service in Alaska and roles in Family Care and Pediatrics, Judy has spent the last 16 years as a dedicated school nurse in a small community in central Maine. As Judy explained, “Today everyone is Maine.”

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Aspire-Ed

MARCH 5, 2024

At Aspire:ED, we're all about helping you stay ahead in Continuous Professional Development (CPD). We're particularly excited about our Aspire Accelerate pilot strategy which offers innovative teaching methodologies, ensuring that our courses are inclusive, adaptable and reflect contemporary educational demands.

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Relentless School Nurse

MAY 1, 2023

So, instead of traditional Mother’s Day gifts, we ask that you join us in advocating for a world where every child can grow up without fear of gun violence. After you create your event , we will send you instructions about how to see who has signed up and how to mark who attended your event, as well as additional resources.

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Relentless School Nurse

OCTOBER 3, 2022

Here are Judy’s words, in her unique style, asking for us to write letters to our school boards, communities, and legislators, both local and national so they are aware of the survey results and the urgency for action. It has to do with recent survey results on the Mental Health of School Nurses in the US during the COVID Pandemic.

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Relentless School Nurse

MARCH 26, 2023

I have cared for many victims of gun violence and have had to tell mothers about the death of their child—the worst part of my job. We invite you to walk with us as we cultivate cycles of peace in our communities. Join us on Mother’s Day, Sunday, May 14, 2023, at 8:00 AM for more details click here. Our goal is $600,000.

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Relentless School Nurse

OCTOBER 23, 2023

Her explanation of the poster is a message to the world about our interdependence and the need to care for the earth and each other. My poster represents the earth that connects and unites us. Unity by Anja Rozen, age 13 This message of peace and connection comes from Anja Rozen, a 13-year-old artist who lives in Slovenia.

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