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The Relentless School Nurse: School Nurses and School-Based Health Centers Can Work Together!

Relentless School Nurse

The recipient of the joint gift is the School-Based Health Alliance , the national voice for school-based healthcare. What an outstanding opportunity for this organization to create a training center for school-based health center expansion.

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The Relentless School Nurse: Remember this Data Point – 40% & Then Tell Your Story

Relentless School Nurse

More than 40% of US children and adolescents have at least one of the following chronic health conditions… The healthcare needs of children with chronic illness can be complex and continuous, involving daily management and addressing potential emergencies.

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How Technology Can Support Students with Chronic Health Issues

Magnus Health

For K-12 school nurses, managing the health of students with chronic conditions such as asthma, diabetes, and epilepsy can be challenging. Electronic health record (EHR) software is revolutionizing this aspect of school healthcare, offering numerous benefits that can enhance the quality of care and streamline administrative tasks.

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The Relentless School Nurse: The Sweet Spot of Summer

Relentless School Nurse

Reviewing and updating policies: School nurses review and update health policies and procedures during the summer break. We may revise protocols for handling emergencies, managing chronic conditions, and administering medications. We ensure that our practices align with current guidelines and regulations.

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5 Ways to Celebrate PE & Sport Week in Your School … All Year Long!

SHAPE America

From these teachers and coaches, students learn just how important physical activity is for physical, mental, and social-emotional health. Be mindful that soccer is lower-body dominant for object control and tennis is upper-body dominant, so including eye-foot and eye-hand coordination helps to develop skills across sports.

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The Relentless School Nurse: A Heartfelt Retirement Speech With an Advocacy Message

Relentless School Nurse

She landed in my health office, beginning a friendship of two decades. Evidence demonstrates the link between health and academic success and school nurses are an investment in student achievement. We are often first to identify mental health challenges in our students.

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The Relentless School Nurse: FAACTs Roundtable Podcast – Safely Caring for Students with Food Allergies is a Collaborative Effort

Relentless School Nurse

From conducting health assessments and managing medications to providing first aid and emergency response, their contributions are instrumental in addressing the diverse health needs of students. School nurses hold a pivotal position in the school community, ensuring the physical and mental well-being of students.

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