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As you slow down for summer, NASN is gearing up for the annual conference. We will stay geared up for you all summer long, although the Weekly Digest will have limited editions. So let's stay connected. Don't forget, we still want to hear from you. And bookmark NASN.org to stay current with news and resources such as our updated Back-to-School theme and toolkit coming soon. Bookmark SchoolNurseNet as well to get connected with your colleagues. Enjoy your summer, and please stay in touch with NASN! Carolyn Duff, MS, RN, NCSN, President of NASN |
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Develop Skills, Get Hands-on Experience, and Connect with Colleagues at NASN2014
The National Association of School Nurses' 46th Annual Conference is June 28 - July 1 at the San Antonio Marriott Rivercenter in San Antonio, Texas. The four-day conference offers school nurses from across the country strategies to build their leadership skills as well as enhance their understanding of laws and policies affecting school health. Read more in NASN's press release.
NASN Hosts Advocacy Roundtable Discussions
Attendees at NASN's 46th Annual Conference are encouraged to attend this event to engage in discussions about school nursing and the Affordable Care Act, and local legislative advocacy efforts. Read more about this event.
A Commentary about Teen Prescription Drug Abuse
The Partnership for Drug-Free Kids published this commentary from Mary Louise Embrey, NASN's substance abuse prevention consultant, to bring attention to the resources NASN is providing to school nurses in the battle to address substance-related issues at school.
It's Never Too Early to Plan Back-to-School Activities
Review NASN's Back-to-School Toolkit because we're already working on new materials and want your input. Use the e-mail link provided on the toolkit page to tell us what you'd like to see in it this fall.
Your Input Matters at the Care Coordination and Case Management Open Forum
NASN is hosting this open forum at it's 46th Annual Conference in San Antonio so that attendees can share experiences about care coordination and case management
and tell NASN what education or practice tools would be helpful. Comments will assist NASN in moving forward with future materials development. NASN also welcomes comments to Erin Maughan, NASN Director of Research.
Employment Center Lists Jobs of Interest to School Nurses
NASN's employment center is updated regularly with new postings.
Visit NASN.org to browse a complete list.
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School Nurses in the News
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Parents Successfully Advocate for more School Nurses in Charlotte, North Carolina Charlotte, WCNC.comFor two years, parents advocated for more school nurses for Charlotte, North Carolina schools. If the Board of Commissioners votes for their request of 33 more school nurses, there will be a nurse in every Charlotte Middle School (CMS) in the upcoming school year. Read this story.
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School Nurses: The Voice for Children's Health
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New FREE Prescription Drug Abuse and Misuse Awareness Tools
From Smart Moves, Smart Choices, a collaborative project between NASN and Janssen Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
New tools include a short animated video called "Choices" about the serious decisions and pressures facing teens regarding prescription drug abuse, and "Start Smart;" tools designed to help elementary schools educate children and parents about safe and proper use of over-the-counter and prescription medications. Access these new tools.
Pledge to Prepare for Hurricanes
It's vitally important to know the very real risks and to properly prepare yourself, your loved ones, homes and businesses, for a hurricane. Ready.gov offers tips for preparing before, during and after a hurricane. They also offer training resources and an online pledge to prepare. Visit Ready.gov to learn more.
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NASN's Calendar of Events lists upcoming events for school nursing professionals.
Events happening soon include:
Pre-Conference Event at NASN2014
June 27, 2014
School Emergency TriageTraining - San Antonio, Texas
In conjunction with NASN2014
June 27, 2014
Helping Administer to the Needs of the Student with Diabetes in School - San Antonio, Texas
In conjunction with NASN2014
June 27, 2014
School Nurse Childhood Obesity Toolkit - San Antonio, Texas
In conjunction with NASN2014
June 27, 2014
NASN2014 - NASN 46th Annual Conference
June 28 - July 1, 2014
2014 Advances in School Nursing Summer Conference from American Healthcare Institute
July 8 - 11, 2014
Philadelphia, PA, US
School Emergency Traige Training - Richardson, Texas
July 12, 2014
South Dakota School Nurses Association's Annual Conference
July 15 - 16, 2014
Georgia Association of School Nurses' Summer Conference
July 16 - 18, 2014
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The NASN Weekly Digest is an e-news communication of the National Association of School Nurses, Inc. (NASN) sent weekly to NASN members and subscribers. This weekly communication is designed to keep school nurse professionals informed of news, issues, events, and activities related to or affecting school nursing practice.
Although NASN refers to and/or may provide direct access to documents and resources other than those owned or developed by NASN, NASN is not responsible for the content, format, accuracy or availability of such. In addition, NASN does not have any editorial or other control over those materials. In addition, NASN reserves the right to make necessary changes to NASN owned and developed materials without notice.
Copyright 2014 National Association of School Nurses, Inc.
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