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I hope you are enjoying the lazy, hazy days of summer! The 2015 NASN Conference in Philadelphia is now in the history books! This year was particularly meaningful as I celebrated being inducted as the 37th President of NASN. School nurses are my heroes; you provide care for children so they are healthy, safe ,and ready to learn. You make a difference every day!
As an avid user of social media I encourage you to use this time to learn more about using Twitter to share health messaging. Follow me @bethmattey and use the #4studenthealth. But most of all, as the "Inspired Nurse," Rich Bluni shared in Philadelphia, "Pay attention, be grateful and feed your spirit."
Beth Mattey, MSN, RN, NCSN, President of NASN
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NASN Weekly Digest Takes Short Break
With the Summer break, the NASN Weekly Digest will resume on July 30th. Enjoy some summer fun!
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NASN Needs Your Feedback!
NASN needs YOUR feedback about the developing Framework for 21st Century School Nursing
Practice. School nursing has changed over the years to meet the complex healthcare needs of a diverse student population. This framework provides the key principles of school nursing practice and provides focus and guidance for the practicing school nurse to support student health and academic success in a healthy and safe school environment. Read the article in NASN School Nurse. [Subscribers and NASN members have access to full-text articles.] Give us your feedback. Congratulations to NASN Leaders! The American Academy of Nursing (AAN) has selected 163 nurse leaders to be inducted as Academy fellows (FAAN) which include three school nurse leaders: Erin, Maughan, PhD, MS, RN, APHN-BC, NASN Director of Research; M. Kathleen Murphy, DNP, RN, NEA-BC, FNP-BC, University of Texas Medical Branch and former NASN Board of Director from Wisconsin; Cheryl A. Krause-Parello, PhD, RN, University of Colorado. The induction ceremony will take place during the Academy's annual policy conference, Transforming Health, Driving Policy, on October 17th, 2015, in Washington, D.C. Access the complete list of AAN 2015 Class of New Fellows.
Continued congratulations to Erin Maughan who was selected to the Alliance for Nursing Informatics (ANI) Board of Governing Directors to represent NASN and school nursing. ANI is a group of nursing organizations whose mission to to advance nursing informatics. Erin very actively promotes school nursing to informatics leaders increasing the visibility of school nurses and the importance of including school nursing documentation in child health EHRs - thus facilitating care coordination across settings. Employment Opportunities for School Nurses on NASN.org NASN has recently placed new employment listings in the NASN.org Employment Center. Browse listings today.
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School Nurses in the News
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NASN Inducts Beth Mattey as its New President
At its 47th Annual Conference, NASN2015, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania (June 24-27), NASN inducted Beth Mattey, MSN, RN, NCSN, of Wilmington, Delaware, its new President for the two-year term 2015-2017. Currently, Beth is the school nurse at Mt. Pleasant High School (Brandywine (Delaware) School District). As NASN's new President, Beth will support NASN's brand platform, School Nurses Build a Foundation for Student Health and Education. Read the Press Release.
Congratulations to NASN Recognition and Award Recipients!
NASN2015, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, celebrated many school nurse achievement awards during the NASN Recognition and Awards Ceremony. Access the complete list of awardees. |
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National News That Matters to You
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Measles is Highly Contagious
Consider measles in students or staff with fever and rash, and ask about recent international travel or exposure to international travelers. On July 2, 2015, the Washington State Department of Health confirmed a measles-related death. It is recommended students and staff make sure they are protected against measles. Visit the CDC's Measles webpage.
New Grants Support Teen Pregnancy Prevention Programs
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Office of Adolescent Health has awarded 81 new grants to support evidence-based teen pregnancy prevention programs. The awardees may be an important resource for your practice. Check out Teen Pregnancy Prevention Program grantees to see if one of the grantees is in your community.
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School Nurses: The Voice for Children's Health
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NASN Featured in American Nursing Association's (ANA's) ImmuNews
Two articles in the June 17, 2015 issue of ANA's electronic immunization newsletter, ImmuNews, highlight work by NASN: "Nurses Well Poised to Seize Summer Opportunities to Boost Adolescent Vaccine Rates" and "Help Improve Teen Booster Vaccination Rates."
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Summer - Time to Learn on Your own Timeline
The NASN Learning Center is the PERFECT place to visit during the summer! Do you need the latest information about caring for students with diabetes in your school? Do you want to be a leader in creating wellness in your school district? Do you fully understand IEPs and 504 Plans? All of these subjects and so much more are offered in our Learning Center! Visit the NASN Learning Center.
Tips for Assessing Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) in Your School: Taking it Step by Step
School's out and everyone is away! An empty school building provides the perfect opportunity to conduct a walkthrough to identify conditions that may negatively affect IAQ. Rely on your senses (smell,sight, feel, listen) for cues to help you manage IAQ in your school facilities over the summer. Summer is a great time to upgrade and revitalize your school. Take advantage of IAQ Tools for Schools resources.
Childhood Obesity Declines and Disparities-A Complicated Relationship
Tuesday, July 14, 2 p.m., Eastern
The declines in childhood obesity are often smaller among groups at greatest risk, including black and Latino youth and those in low-income communities. The differences can lead to racial and ethnic disparities. What are the environmental factors that contribute to these disparities? Hear about how the design and impact of interventions can lead to more equitable opportunities for health choices and environments. Register for this event.
The Movie Someone You Love: The HPV Epidemic
This feature length documentary, narrated by Vanessa Williams, tells the stories of struggle, tragedy, and triumph surrounding HPV infection. It was shown at the NASN 2015 Conference and was well received. You can now buy digital copies for just $1.
National Diabetes Education Program (NDEP) Revises Publications
NDEP, a joint program of the National Institutes of Health and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has revised its most popular publications to reflect best practices in plain language and health literacy. Visit NDEP for plain language materials that are available, free of charge and copyright free.
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NASN's Calendar of Events lists upcoming events for school nursing professionals. Events happening soon include:
Georgia Association of School Nurses Annual Conference
July 12-15, 2015
School Nurses Organization of Arizona Annual Conference
July 13-15, 2015
Kansas School Nurse Organization Annual Conference
July 13-17, 2015
Summer Institute for School Nursing
July 13-15, 2015
Farmville, Virginia
Helping Administer to the Needs of the Student with Diabetes in School
July 16, 2015, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM (Central)
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
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