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Each new school year, we are reminded of the increased demand for health services in schools, especially as we experience an increased number of students with special healthcare needs and disabilities. The school nurse can fully implement the professional role by sharing some nursing tasks as explained in NASN's position statement, Role of the Licensed Practical Nurse/Licensed Vocational Nurse in the School Setting. The Licensed Practical Nurse or Licensed Vocational Nurse (LPN/LVN) can be a valuable member of the school health team led by the registered professional school nurse. School nurses must be aware of the scope of the LPN/LVN's practice within their state nurse practice acts when delegating tasks. Together, we can ensure students remain safe, healthy, and ready to learn. Beth Mattey, MSN, RN, NCSN President of NASN Better Health. Better Learning.™
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Join NASN and Let Us Support You this School Year There's a membership category for you! LPNs and LVNs joining in the member-at-large category receive NASN's member benefits including a subscription to the clinical journal NASN School Nurse and access to the Sight for Students gift certificate program. Learn more about membership through the NASN Strong initiative where you can "credit" a current NASN member when you join. |
2015-2016 Uniform Data Set Seeks to Collect LPN/LVN Numbers
Now in its second year, the Step Up & Be Counted initiative will collect the number of school health staff providing direct services including RNs, LPNs or LVNs, and health aides or unlicensed assistive personnel. Other data points will also be collected. Learn more to get your data collection system in place.
NASN Radio Broadcast Discusses Closing the Vaccination Gap
The Vaccination Gap: Managing the Growing Trends in Immunization
Despite the legendary work historically done by school nurses to get students vaccinated, immunization gaps still exist. In this most recent segment, hear how school nurses can help close the chasm among all populations. Tune in and listen now!
School Nurse Evidence-Based Clinical Guidelines: Asthma
NOW! Order in Bulk!
The evidence-based Asthma guidelines are based on the latest evidence of care and outcomes and are sold as an eBook. They provide the evidence for care of children with asthma at school. This valuable resource can now be ordered in bulk for all the nurses in your area and district. For ordering information email nasnorders@nasn.org.
[Please note that when placing bulk orders processing time may be delayed depending on the volume of orders. NASN is committed to fulfilling orders as soon as possible.]
Template Letters for Membership Dues Funded by a Third Party
If your NASN membership is funded by a third party, we invite you to use these templates to thank the funder. These letters show the funder how their support makes a difference. Access these letters in NASN's Back-to-School Toolkit.
Tell Us What You Think!
NASN's proposed Framework for 21st Century School Nursing is in development. Your feedback is vital! Please read about the Framework and then complete a short survey. Thank you for helping us create something school nurses can use to define and articulate their role and skills in current school nursing practice. |
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School Nurses in the News
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Top 5 Reasons Why Going Back to School Can Cause Kids Real Pain
UrbanFamily Magazine
Elementary school-age children need 10 to 11 hours of sleep per night. NASN President Beth Mattey said, "Initially, children are excited to come to school and we may not see children with stomachaches or headaches immediately, even if they are sick. But when the excitement wears off and the effects of sleep deprivation begin to take a toll, (I) see exhausted kids who are hurting and unable to concentrate." Read the Article. |
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National News That Matters to You
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Unintentional Overdoses and Medicine Labels: What You Need to Know
When it comes to medicine, the majority of people say that they read and follow labels. Yet common dosing mistakes can cause people to take too much medicine. Research shows that with acetaminophen, a common pain reliever and fever reducer, almost half of overdoses are unintentional. Learn more at KnowYourDose.org.
Adolescent Health: Think, Act, Grow (TAG)
The Office of Adolescent Health (OAH) is pleased to let you know that the TAG website and materials are now available on the OAH website. TAG is a national call to action to improve adolescent health in the United States. The leading causes of death and disability in adolescents and young adults are largely preventable. TAG provides concrete steps to promote the overall health of adolescents.
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12 Pathways to Greening Your School
Sign up with Green Schools to access this program. It includes monthly tools to use, September - June, and two additional tools that can be used year round. Once you sign up, you will receive access to the program and a monthly newsletter that contains one Pathway per month. Learn more.
Conversations with Parents/Caregivers of Incoming Kindergarten Students
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has fact sheets ready to download on the 14 different diseases that childhood vaccines help prevent available in English and Spanish.
Smart Moves Smart Choices ToolKit for Middle and High Schools
School professionals are in an excellent position to inform, influence, and empower teens and their parents. The Smart Moves Smart Choices School Tool Kit enables middle schools and high schools to raise awareness of teen prescription (Rx) drug abuse through school assemblies, lesson plans, and year-round activities. Access the Toolkit. |
Is your school nurse organization hosting a fall conference? Complete NASN's calendar entry form and we'll list it on our public calendar and in this area of an upcoming issue of the Weekly Digest.
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