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It's never too late to use Twitter to highlight and discuss the role of the school nurse. We shared numerous tweets using #NASNBOD2016 during the recent NASN Winter Board Meeting, like this one, "School nursing is an upstream solution." Join me on Twitter @bethmattey. Beth Mattey, MSN, RN, NCSN NASN President
BETTER HEALTH. BETTER LEARNING.™
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NASN 2016 Board of Directors
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NASN Leaders Go to "The Hill" to Advocate for Children's Health
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You Don't Have to Do it Alone!
Join NASN President Beth Mattey and school nurses from around the country and globe for NASN2016. We'll talk about what matters to you and tackle the big questions together. Conference registration and room block are now open and the full schedule is available. Start here! |
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Take a Look Back at Top Projects in 2015
NASN 2014-2015 Annual Report: Emerging Opportunities for School NursesMany exciting and ground-breaking projects were tackled in fiscal year 2015 with member and volunteer support. Projects include a new association tagline, a record-breaking number of responses on the school nurse survey, and the uniform data set initiative. Browse this brief and easy-to-read report to hear about these and others.
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Visit Oral Health Connections for Children's Dental Health Resources
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Happening on SchoolNurseNet
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Most Recommended NASN Blog - Keep Flu out of School
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What School Nurses are Saying
"Without School Nurses, our children will suffer, our communities will suffer, and our society will feel the negative impact. I'm proud to be a School Nurse." ~A quote from Jennifer East in a discussion on the All Member Forum discussion list. "It is amazing to me how varied the RN Nurse Practice Acts are throughout the U.S. I travel around the U.S. and it is imperative to know what an RN can and cannot do especially in the nursing environment of delegation." ~A quote from Sandra Moritz in a discussion on the SCHLRN-L discussion list. Browse these discussions and others on SchoolNurseNet. [Login to see all discussions available to you.] |
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Zika Virus Update
CDC has confirmed the first documented U.S. case of the Zika virus, contracted while traveling in Venezuela, through sexual intercourse. As a result, the CDC now recommends the use of condoms. The American Red Cross is requesting prospective blood donors to wait at least 28 days if they have travelled in Zika "outbreak" zones. Visit the CDC website often for more updates. |
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School Nurses & Teachers
Educating Educators on Students' Healthcare Needs
Advance for NursesArticle submitted by NASN President-Elect Nina Fekaris "School nurses are charged with overseeing the health needs of all children are met while at school. ... By working together, the teacher and school nurse can support physical and mental health needs of their students, helping them thrive academically and behaviorally." Read the article.
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Be the Beat Website to Start and Sustain CPR and AED Programs in Schools
This American Heart Association website provides free tools and resources to teach students the two simple steps to Hands-Only CPR. Students will learn to Be the Beat and pump blood to a victim's vital organs if they see an adult or teen suddenly collapse. Hands-Only CPR can double or triple a victim's chance of survival. Learn more. |
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Evidence-based Mental Health Screening in Schools
Looking for mental health screening tools for your practice? Screening, Brief Intervention, and Referral to Treatment (SBIRT) is an evidence-based public health approach to identify, reduce, and prevent problematic use, abuse, and dependence on alcohol and illicit drugs that can be easily applied in multiple settings - including schools. Read more. |
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New Resource: Prenatal Care for Environmental Chemicals
Healthcare providers are uniquely positioned to help prevent exposures to environmental chemicals. Preconception and prenatal discussion provide a key time to talk about environmental exposures. Use these evidence-based resources to start the conversation. Read more from the Washington Department of Health. |
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School Grants for Healthy Kids
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NASN Webinar: School Nurses: Building a Culture of Health
Wednesday, February 17, 2016, 10:00 a.m., EasternJoin panelists Susan B. Hassmiller, PhD, RN, FAAN and Beth Mattey, MSN, RN, NCSN, NASN President, in a robust talk about the role of school nurses in building a culture of health; providing care and promoting health. Learn more or register for the webinar. CNE contact hours are not provided. |
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HIMSS16 Annual Conference & Exhibition
February 29 - March 4, 2016Las Vegas, Nevada HIMSS16 will bring together 40,000+ healthcare IT professionals, clinicians, executives and vendors from around the world. As NASN is an official Endorser of HIMSS16, our members are eligible to receive the member discount to attend! Learn more.
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Spring 2016 Clinical Vaccinology Course
March 18-20, 2016Phoenix, Arizona This course, sponsored by the National Foundation for Infectious Diseases, focuses on new developments and issues related to the use of vaccines. Expert faculty will provide the latest information on vaccines, including updated recommendations for vaccination across the lifespan and innovative and practical strategies for ensuring timely and appropriate immunization. Learn more and register.
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NASN Calendar of Events
This calendar includes upcoming events hosted by NASN, officially endorsed by NASN, and/or hosted by one of NASN's Affiliate school nurse organizations. Access the calendar. |
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National Health Observances Calendar
This calendar lists special days, weeks, or months dedicated to raising awareness about important health topics. Access the 2016 calendar. |
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