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New NASN Program: Transition Planning for Students With Lupus

By NASN Inc posted yesterday
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NASN's new free educational activity, Pediatric to Adult Care Transition for Students with Childhood Onset Lupus—The School Nurse Role in Care Coordination and Transition Planning , offers 1.0 NCPD contact hour and provides evidence-based current information, tools, resources, and strategies to support the school nurse role in transition planning for students with lupus. Learn more and complete the course.

Register Now: Webinar Promoting Vaccines Targeting Respiratory Illness

By NASN Inc posted 3 days ago
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Join NASN at 3:30 PM ET on October 2 for the Focus on Fall: Respiratory Illness Vaccines to Support Student and Staff Wellness webinar to learn about CDC and AAP-recommended vaccines targeting respiratory illness. NASN's Amy Dark MSN, BA, RN, and Michelle Fiscus MD, FAAP, Chief Medical Officer, Association of Immunization Managers, will discuss the role of school nurses in promoting vaccine confidence and strategies to increase vaccine uptake. Learn more and register.

World Sight Day Toolkit

By NASN Inc posted 9 days ago
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The National Center for Children’s Vision and Eye Health at Prevent Blindness, in collaboration with NASN, is excited to introduce a toolkit designed to support school nurses, school staff, parents, and caregivers. The toolkit encompasses online eye health and safety information, financial aid resources, practical tips, and engaging activity ideas for World Sight Day. Together, we aim to improve children’s vision health and readiness to learn as well as promote equity and access to eye care. Access the toolkit on the Prevent Blindness website .

New Podcast: Caring for Students from Limited English Proficiency Households

By NASN Inc posted 10 days ago
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Martha Dewey Bergren, editor of The Journal of School Nursing , interviews author Sheryl Bennett to discuss the article "School Nurses’ Language Needs When Caring for Students from Limited English Proficiency Households." You can learn more about this article by reading the abstract below and listening to the podcast . The number of school-aged students with diverse linguistic and cultural backgrounds is increasing across the United States. This survey identifies strategies school nurses use for communicating to families with limited English proficiency and describes recommendations to improve language needs. The online survey was completed ...

Job Announcement: Apply or Share

By NASN Inc posted 14 days ago
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NASN is currently accepting applications for the Editor of The Journal of School Nursing position. We encourage all qualified and interested applicants to apply. You can also share this announcement with qualified candidates in your network. The application window will close on November 1, 2024. Learn more or apply.

Apply for NASN Research Grants

By NASN Inc posted 16 days ago
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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 by October 31, 2024.

NASN Scholarship Opportunities: Apply by October 15

By NASN Inc posted 17 days ago
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NASN encourages members to apply for NASN scholarships to pursue advanced education. Submit applications for the following scholarships by October 15, 2024 : Diversity in School Nursing Scholarship Endowment Education Scholarship Advocacy Education Scholarship RN to BSN Education Advancement Scholarship

Updated Resource Web Page: Disaster Preparedness

By NASN Inc posted 23 days ago
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Visit NASN's Disaster Preparedness resource web page now to download an Emergency Resources, Equipment, and Supplies List for Schools and locate other resources and links on this topic.

Get Resources You Need for Back-to-School

By NASN Inc posted 28 days ago
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Whether you are a seasoned school nurse or starting your first year, NASN’s Back-to-School Tips & Tools page provides an easy-to-access collection of resources designed to support you in your practice as you begin a new school year, helping you protect and promote student health, safety and readiness to learn. Visit the resource page today !

Updated Resource Web Page: School Safety

By NASN Inc posted 30 days ago
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You can access NASN's recent Position Statement, Safe, Supportive, Equitable Schools , on NASN's School Safety resource web page, where you can also locate additional resources and links related to this important topic. Visit the resource page now .

Join NASN Delegation to Cuba; Spots Are Limited

By NASN Inc posted 08-13-2024
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In December, NASN President Kate King will lead a delegation of NASN members to visit Havana, Cuba. This is a one-of-a-kind opportunity to delve into the intersection between the healthcare and education systems in Cuba, with a special focus on the pivotal role of the school nurse. We extend our invitation to you to experience our specialized practice of nursing through the eyes of our international counterparts. Due to the extensive planning involved in coordinating a program of this nature, we ask that you respond with your intentions by completing the NASN Citizen Ambassador Program Application Form by September 1, 2024 . The size of this delegation ...

School-based Environmental Management of Asthma

By NASN Inc posted 08-12-2024
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NASN's newest NCPD program, School-based Environmental Management of Asthma: Strategies and Health Equity Implications , supports school nurses in developing their skills and knowledge to effectively manage and improve health outcomes for children with asthma through interdisciplinary collaboration. This free course provides health equity strategies designed to help school nurses address asthma health disparities and outcomes. Learn more and complete the course .

New Podcast Episode with NASN Leaders

By NASN Inc posted 08-07-2024
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New Podcast Sponsored by The Teachers College Emporia State University Episode: Nurses Support Teaching & Learning, featuring Dr. Kate King, President, and Lynn Nelson, President-Elect of NASN, highlights the critical role of school nurses in creating a safe and healthy learning environment. Listen now .

Measles Outbreaks: How Schools Can Help

By NASN Inc posted 08-02-2024
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In a majority of states and the District of Columbia, measles immunization rates have fallen below the level needed to protect against outbreaks. In a recent EducationWeek article , NASN President Kate King discussed the reluctance to immunize, the effects of vaccine-preventable diseases, and the opportunity for schools and school nurses to build relationships and have productive conversations about immunizations .

Implementing Evidence-Based Practices for Students With Seizures

By NASN Inc posted 07-31-2024
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NASN's no-cost NCPD program, School Nurse Epilepsy Clinical Practice Guidelines and Toolkit Training , helps school nurses implement evidence-based practices for students with seizures and epilepsy using the Clinical Practice Guideline and Implementation toolkit .

School Nurses, Claim Your School

By NASN Inc posted 07-23-2024
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NASN is asking all school nurses to claim—or identify—the school(s) they serve. This will enable us to identify staffing gaps and target our advocacy and development efforts more effectively. And don't worry—if you are a district-level employee, you can also claim a district in the NASN database. Learn about NASN's Claim Your School campaign and view the dashboard , which shows the percentage of members who've claimed their school in each state. View this quick tutorial detailing the steps to Claim Your School.

New Podcast Examines Legal Literacy and School Nursing

By NASN Inc posted 07-16-2024
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Cathy Yonkaitis, NASN School Nurse Editor, interviews author Loree LaChance to discuss the article "The United States Constitution: Legal Literacy and School Nursing." You can learn more about this article by reading the abstract below and listening to the podcast . The school nurse works in the nexus of health care and education, combining laws and regulations from each discipline to create the boundaries of their practice. The U.S. Constitution provides fundamental rights for all citizens and is one example of the legal parameters that apply to school nursing practice. Without understanding the implications of this legal framework ...

Care Coordination Resources from NASN 2024 Breakout Session

By Jennifer Norton, MSN, NCSN, RN posted 07-02-2024
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Hello NASN2024 attendees! What an amazing energy at this year's conference! Here is the link for the resources I shared during my breakout session on Sunday afternoon: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1F1e_Z_uF8Dl4snRf-QCVmy_5dhkRj1B4/view?usp=sharing I hope they are helpful to you and your colleagues and please don’t hesitate to reach out if I can be of further help to you! Take Care and Be Well! Jennifer

Take a Closer Look at the Framework

By NASN Inc posted 07-02-2024
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The NASN School Nursing Practice Framework™ ( Framework ) creates an overarching structure that includes concepts integral to the complex clinical specialty practice of school nursing. It illustrates the fundamental principles of professional school nursing practice, reflecting NASN's stance on evidence-based best practices and focusing on priority school nursing activities. Learn more and discover resources to enhance your understanding of the Framework and incorporate it into your practice.

Thank you for Stopping By! The pleasure of meeting you was all mine😊

By Charlene Moske-Weber, Ph.D, RN, NCSN posted 06-29-2024
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Dear Colleagues, A heartfelt thank you to those who allowed me their time today to share my research on the experiences of school nurse contractors with a virtual clinical nursing advisor. I feel I have made new friends! Please keep in touch! Enjoy the rest of this amazing conference and safe travels home.❤️ WWarmly, Charlene ...