In November we recognize National Diabetes Month to bring attention to diabetes and its impact on those who have diabetes. School nurses provide support to students to ensure the diabetes is well managed during the school day, communicating with the student, family members, school staff, and healthcare providers. School nurses also provide education and ongoing supervision to support students as they transition towards independence and self-management. The National Association of School Nurses offers materials on our Diabetes in Children Resource page to assist you and your students. You will find many resources for your use as you care for your students with diabetes. Thank you for all you do to keep your students healthy, safe, and ready to learn. Beth Mattey, MSN, RN, NCSN NASN President BETTER HEALTH. BETTER LEARNING. ™
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Exciting News!
A manufacturer of diabetes supplies wants to understand the needs of ACTIVE school nurses from the West, Southwest and Southeast when caring for diabetes students. The survey is expected to take 20 to 30 minutes to complete. The survey will be limited to the first 30 qualified respondents. If you qualify, in exchange for your time, you will be paid $25 sent via check within two weeks of your participation. This survey in no way implies endorsement of products or services by NASN. No NASN endorsement is intended or implied; this is an independent study. Please click here to take the survey. |
Diabetes Management Education Program Now Available Online
Helping Administer to the Needs of the Student with Diabetes in School (H.A.N.D.S.SM) is specifically written for school nurses. The new online format makes it convenient to enhance knowledge and skills and obtain tools and resources to support students with type 1 and type 2 diabetes. Visit the NASN Learning Center to learn more.
Diabetes Articles Explore the Many Aspects of Diabetes Management
Recognizing Diabetes in Children: What Does It Look Like? is the title of one article in an index of many available on NASN.org. These articles offer current and relevant information to support school nurses in their practice. Learn more.
Join NASN as We Review Uniform Data Set Results
Thursday, November 12, 2015, 4:00 p.m., Eastern
During this webinar, Step Up and Be Counted! Results from 2014-15 school year, you'll learn about the national results and how data can be used at the local level. Learn more or register today.
Webinar: A Special Look at Results From the NASN 2015 Medication in Schools Survey
November 9, 2015, 2:00 to 3:00 p.m., Eastern
Administering medication to students is one of the most common health-related activities performed in school. The surge in medications and complexity warrants a clear process to avoid adverse educational, behavioral, and academic consequences. Join host NASBE, Dr. Erin Maughan, NASN Director of Research, and Dr. Ann Marie McCarthy, University of Iowa, College of Nursing, for results from the national survey of school medication administration conducted by the NASN and a discussion of policy implications for state boards of education, school health policy leaders, and decision makers. Register in advance to attend this webinar.
NASN Radio Broadcast Reviews Emergency Preparedness Basics
Listen to NASN's newest broadcast, Emergency Preparedness: Back to the Basics. School nurses play a vital role in ensuring that schools are prepared to handle emergencies. This segment reviews the basics every school nurse needs to know about emergency preparedness. Listen now.
Delegation in the School Setting
The featured item this month in the NASN Bookstore is Principles for Practice: Nursing Delegation to Unlicensed Assistive Personnel in the School Setting. This resource provides overall principles for making decisions about the delegation of nursing tasks. Learn more.
New Head Lice Poster Available
Did you know that any child can get head lice? It doesn't matter where children and families live, play or work. Download and print this new educational poster with information on dealing with these pests.
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School Nurses in the News
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Massachusetts School Nurse Named School Nurse of the Year
The Sun Chronicle (Massachusetts)
NASN member Joanne MacDonald and North Attleboro's Martin School (Massachusetts) nurse was named School Nurse of the Year during the Massachusetts School Nursing Organization's fall conference. Joanne said the job is challenging, and sometimes frustrating, but always rewarding. Read the article.
Pennsylvania Might Bar Unvaccinated Children from Classes After Five Days
The Times (Beaver County, Pennsylvania)
The grace period that allows unvaccinated children to attend school might drop from eight months to five days next year, if a proposal from the state (Pennsylvania) Department of Health is approved. NASN member Barb Magnotta, president of the Beaver County School Nurses Association and school nurse for Central Valley School District said, "As nurses, it would make everybody's job easier to eliminate it. We would still have exemptions. It complicates matters for school nurses when you're constantly monitoring student immunization." Read the article.
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National News That Matters to You
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President Obama Proclaims November 2015 as National Diabetes Month
The President calls upon "all Americans, school systems, government agencies, nonprofit organizations, health care providers, research institutions, and other interested groups to join in activities that raise diabetes awareness and help prevent, treat, and manage the disease." Read the Proclamation.
Diabetes & the Flu
It's flu shot season, and the National Diabetes Education Program (joint program of NIH/CDC) reminds you that people with diabetes are at high risk for serious flu complications. The best way to prevent the flu is by getting vaccinated each year. Encourage everyone - especially people with diabetes - to get a flu shot.
Open Enrollment for Affordable Care Act
From November 1 - December 15, 2015 is open enrollment for through the Affordable Care Act. People without healthcare can sign up or those with existing healthcare through exchanges can change their healthcare coverage and possible save money. People can visit HealthCare.gov or CuidadodeSalud.gov or contact the call center at 1-800-318-2596.
Johnson & Johnson School Health Leadership Program
The Johnson & Johnson School Health Leadership Program is accepting applications for the 2016 Summer Institute. The program is designed by Rutgers, Center of Alcohol Studies in collaboration with Johnson & Johnson and in partnership with NASN. Applicants are responsible for travel expenses. Team applications are due November 20, 2015. Learn more. |
Diabetes Awareness Program
Diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA) is a life-threatening condition and is often the presenting symptom of newly diagnosed type 1 diabetes in youth. The symptoms of DKA are also symptoms that children who have the flu may experience and may be missed by healthcare providers. A delay in diagnosis of diabetes may lead to death. School nurses can take action and save lives, by increasing the school community's awareness of the signs and symptoms of type 1 diabetes. Access a parent/guardian letter and poster for your health room.
Free Digital Books for Children and Families with Type 1 Diabetes
These Lilly Diabetes and Disney digital books explore real-life challenges and success stories children of all ages face in managing type 1 diabetes such as participating in sporting activities, birthday parties and other social events. Share them with your students and their families. Access the books.
Parents for Healthy Schools Promotion Kit
Schools and groups that work with parents in the school (e.g., PTA/PTO, school nurses) can use the Parents for Healthy Schools resources to educate and engage parents about three key areas: 1) the school nutrition environment and services, 2) physical education and physical activity, and 3) managing chronic health conditions in school settings. This promotion kit provides an overview of Parents for Healthy Schools and tools and ideas to promote the resources. Access this cutting edge resource.
Webinar: Coordinated Care: Making In-Home Asthma Visit Referrals Work
Thursday, November 19, 2:00-3:00 p.m., Eastern / Q&A Session: 3:00-3:30 p.m.
Join the Webinar and Discussion hosted by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). This webinar will showcase practical ways to support successful referrals to in-home asthma programs as part of a coordinated asthma care plan in the AsthmaCommunityNetwork.org. Register here.
Mouth Guards Protect Smiles
A mouth guard is an important piece of athletic gear that can help protect smiles. They can help cushion blows that might otherwise cause broken teeth or injuries to lips and tongue. A mouth guard should be part of any sports uniform. Learn more.
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NASN's Calendar of Events lists upcoming events for school nursing professionals. Events happening soon include:
Webinar: Step Up and Be Counted! Results from 2014-15 school year
November 12, 2015
Virginia Association of School Nurses Annual Conference
November 6-7, 2015
Colorado Association of School Nurses Annual Fall Conference
November 6-8, 2015
New York State Association of School Nurses Annual Conference
November 6-8, 2015
Delaware School Nurse Association 2015 Fall Conference
November 7, 2015
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