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Teaching Assistants: Sign the Petition for a School Nurse in Every School Are you a teaching assistant feeling overwhelmed by healthcare responsibilities? Join the fight for better support for our children! The School and Public Health Nurses Association (SAPHNA) is urging teaching assistants to sign a petition calling on the government to provide a school nurse in every school. Why is this important? - Overburdened TAs: Many TAs are being diverted from their essential roles to cover for the lack of school nurses. - Worsening children's health: Obesity, dental decay, and mental health issues are on the rise. - International comparison: Other countries have a higher ratio of school nurses to pupils. The IHPE strongly supports this campaign. - School nurses are vital members of the school team, providing essential health care support. - TAs can focus on their core roles of supporting teachers and pupils when school nurses are present. Let's make a difference! - Sign the petition: - Share this post to raise awareness. Together, we can ensure that every child has access to the healthcare they deserve. #SchoolNurse #TeachingAssistant #Education #PublicHealth #ChildrensHealth #Advocacy

It is essential to recognize school nurses as integral members of the educational landscape. Students already perceive them as vital contributors and a reliable source of support within the school environment. School nurses are privy to the diverse needs, wishes, and sensitive information shared by students who trust in their discretion and commitment to student welfare. These healthcare professionals prioritize student well-being above all else, ensuring that each child receives the necessary care. Despite the presence of counselors in educational institutions, nurses frequently encounter a broader range of student disclosures, which may otherwise go unnoticed. Effective collaboration among school staff is crucial, and school nurses are fully committed to this collective effort. “(students)often proactively seek out school nurses as a source of comfort and support — presenting an opportunity for school nurses to intervene and provide support before the absenteeism becomes chronic. Some scenarios school nurses provided in the study include: A student goes to the nurse’s office at the same time on the same day each week. The school nurse quickly learned the student struggled with math — the class that conveniently was taking place each week during his visit. A school nurse provided cereal to students who were struggling with hunger and food insecurity. The students would proactively stop by the nurse’s office each morning to receive a meal they were not getting at home, even if it meant having to miss part of the first class of the day. A student consistently came to school exhausted and visited the nurse’s office to lie down and sleep for part of the day. The nurse learned the student had to work long hours each night to help support their family. “These examples provide clues about bigger picture risk-factors related to the individual, their family and broader environment,” Lee said. “What is interesting is school nurses are often the first to become aware, because students often seek them out as a source of comfort and support.” #SchoolEveryDay #chronicabsence #schools. #Schoolnurse # CSN

Many schools in America don’t have a school nurse. Thanks to innovation and the power of telemedicine, Avel eCare School Health is here to help. https://lnkd.in/gEmYtyWk ✅Cost-effective staffing. For school buildings and districts that cannot hire a fulltime nurse, our team represents an affordable, full-day solution. ✅Office Staff Support. Schools revolve around doing their best for students. ✅Improved Absenteeism. 90+% of our calls result in a return to class rate. ✅Improved Disease Management. ✅Support for Students with Behavioral Needs #Telemedicine #VirtualNursing #StudentAchievement National Association of School Nurses Council of Chief State School Officers National Association of Secondary School Principals (NASSP) National Association of Elementary School Principals (NAESP) National Governors Association Bipartisan Policy Center National Alliance for Public Charter Schools AASA, The School Superintendents Association TytoCare National Conference of State Legislatures

The National Association of School Nurses (NASN) represents 20,000 school nurses across the country that work to ensure the academic success of students by making sure they are healthy and safe. Children today face more chronic and complex health conditions than ever before. All students should have their health needs met during school hours. School nurses are liaisons to school communities, including parents and healthcare providers, in addition to promoting wellness and improving health outcomes for our nation’s children. School nurses are front line health care providers, serving as the bridge between the health care and education systems. Whether they are hired by school districts, health departments, or hospitals, school nurses look after the physical and mental health of students in school. School nurses, as public health sentinels, engage school communities, parents, and healthcare providers to promote wellness and improve health outcomes for children. For many children living in or near poverty, the school nurse may be the only health care professional they access regularly. Access to a school nurse is a student equity issue. National data indicates 65.7 percent of schools have access to a full-time school nurse [up from 39 percent as a result of Elementary and Secondary School Emergency Relief (ESSER funds)]. Unfortunately, with ESSER funds expiring, NASN is concerned the number of school nurses will fall back to former levels and we have already heard this is happening across the country. School nursing services inequities exist from state to state, within states and school districts, and between urban and rural schools. Urban areas schools have full-time school nurses in 70.3% of schools versus rural area schools, where only 56.2% employ full-time school nurses. School nurses ensure that every student is healthy, safe and ready to learn.

“Across the State of Minnesota --only 49% of school districts have a licensed nurse on staff.” Avel eCare can help. https://lnkd.in/gEmYtyWk When students require care and a local nurse is not on site, staff can press a button and connect with a certified school nurse within minutes. ✅Caring for unscheduled, urgent health care needs due to injury or illness. ✅Supporting daily diabetic care or other chronic care needs. ✅ Cost-effective staffing. For school buildings and districts that cannot hire a fulltime nurse. ✅ Improved Absenteeism. Currently, 90% of our calls result in a return to class rate. #VirtualNursing #StudentAchievement #SchoolNurse #Telemedicine Office of Governor Tim Walz & Lt. Governor Peggy Flanagan Minnesota Department of Education Minnesota Department of Health Minnesota Association of School Administrators Minnesota School Boards Association Council of Chief State School Officers Minnesota State Legislature

A new study reveals school nurses' critical role in identifying and addressing early signs of student disengagement. 🏫💡 Integrating school nurses more deeply into strategies against absenteeism? The stakes are high, why not?! #Education #SchoolNurses #ChronicAbsenteeism

Finding Her Life’s Calling. Casey Medina decided to enroll in the School of Nursing and Health Studies Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing program after working for the school since 2019. Read more about Casey’s Journey here: https://lnkd.in/esQFuMAN #UMiamiNursing #CaneNurse #nursingresearch #miamiecho #SHARE #SONHS #umiami #UMiamiSHARE #simulationhospital #simulationtraining #simulation #simulationeducation

Thanks Tim Dodd for an excellent piece in today's Australian on the La Trobe Rural Health School, La Trobe University and our work to increase nursing workforce supply through a new mid-year entry to the Bachelor of Nursing course and more broadly La Trobe University's Health Innovation Strategy which I'm proud to lead alongside my colleague Professor Russell Hoye. https://lnkd.in/gUxsDFN3 Health workforce crisis prompts La Trobe to open doors mid-year La Trobe University’s Rural Health School will open its doors to nursing undergraduates in the middle of the academic year for the first time in its history as it responds to workforce shortages that are gripping the nation. Australia is facing a significant health workforce crisis now and into the future, with rural and regional communities particularly impacted by widespread shortages, especially in nursing, and long-term health workforce challenges. The mid-year intake will allow up to 130 new students to begin nursing undergraduate degrees across all four of La Trobe’s regional campuses located in Bendigo, Mildura, Shepparton and Albury-Wodonga. This forms part of La Trobe University’s Health Innovation Strategy, the University’s largest ever investment in the health sector, which aims to deliver an additional 4,800 EFSTL (equivalent full-time student load) by 2030 across key areas of nursing, psychology, dental and allied health in Melbourne and regional and rural Australia (taking total EFSTL to around 13,000).

#Nurse educators, I urge you to refrain from isolating students who disclose their disabilities when measured against a specific set of technical benchmarks. While the transition from nursing academia to practical application is customary, it's essential to recognize the breadth of the nursing #profession. As #educators, our primary responsibility is to guide students toward successful board examinations. However, it remains the prerogative of the students to determine their trajectory within the nursing field. Moreover, it's crucial to acknowledge that individuals with #disabilities often possess valuable skills honed through their everyday experiences.

Does this question resonate with you? "What If I Experience Racism as a Nursing Student?" Sadly, research shows over 30% of minority nursing students face racial discrimination in their programs. Check out this Nurse Buff article where Justine Bailey delves into this crucial topic, providing insights and guidance. #DiversityInNursing #nursingeducation