California School Nurses
Optimize Student Health and Enhance Learning
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President's Message:
Dear Members:
On September 24th our section offered a mini conference entitled, "Concussion Policy and Sports Medicine Update". Dr. Howard Taras and Dr. Pritha Dalal spoke wto us about head injury, concussion, the school nurse's role and the school's role in managing these injuries. Dr. Dalal, a rehabilitation doctor at Rady's, introduced a new form that Rady's has developed that addresses all aspects of concussion and return to learn. This note targets symptoms, suggests accommodations, and states "if there are any symptoms that concern you, or are getting worse, notify the student's parents that the student should be seen by a healthcare provider as soon as possible" We were told that the majority of concussions for adolescent athletes resolve in 7-10 days. Dr. Dalal then went on to speak about the concussion clinic at Rady's and the work done there. Dr. Taras also addressed new AED laws, heat illness first aid protocols and use of equipment (crutches, wheelchairs, nebulizers) by students. Everyone learned so much, and earned contact hours, for a very reasonable cost ($20 for CSNO members).
Please plan to attend our next mini conference featuring Rocky Herron, DEA agent, who will address current drug trends. This very informative talk will be on Wednesday, December 4th from 4:00pm-6:00pm at the San Diego County Office of Education (6401 Linda Vista Road, San Diego, 92111) in Room 306. More information about this worthwhile workshop is coming soon!
Finally, please remember to be kind to yourself and to practice self-care. Those "to do" lists will grow, as will the demands of your job. Please remember to take breaks, go for a walk, practice mindfulness and breathe! You all are making a huge difference in the lives of those in your community. It's important to take care of you, too!
Take care,
Maggie
San DIego/imperial Section President
Dear Members:
On September 24th our section offered a mini conference entitled, "Concussion Policy and Sports Medicine Update". Dr. Howard Taras and Dr. Pritha Dalal spoke wto us about head injury, concussion, the school nurse's role and the school's role in managing these injuries. Dr. Dalal, a rehabilitation doctor at Rady's, introduced a new form that Rady's has developed that addresses all aspects of concussion and return to learn. This note targets symptoms, suggests accommodations, and states "if there are any symptoms that concern you, or are getting worse, notify the student's parents that the student should be seen by a healthcare provider as soon as possible" We were told that the majority of concussions for adolescent athletes resolve in 7-10 days. Dr. Dalal then went on to speak about the concussion clinic at Rady's and the work done there. Dr. Taras also addressed new AED laws, heat illness first aid protocols and use of equipment (crutches, wheelchairs, nebulizers) by students. Everyone learned so much, and earned contact hours, for a very reasonable cost ($20 for CSNO members).
Please plan to attend our next mini conference featuring Rocky Herron, DEA agent, who will address current drug trends. This very informative talk will be on Wednesday, December 4th from 4:00pm-6:00pm at the San Diego County Office of Education (6401 Linda Vista Road, San Diego, 92111) in Room 306. More information about this worthwhile workshop is coming soon!
Finally, please remember to be kind to yourself and to practice self-care. Those "to do" lists will grow, as will the demands of your job. Please remember to take breaks, go for a walk, practice mindfulness and breathe! You all are making a huge difference in the lives of those in your community. It's important to take care of you, too!
Take care,
Maggie
San DIego/imperial Section President
News And Updates
Ballots for Excellence in School Nursing Award, Excellence in School Nurse Administration Award and Community Partner Award: These will be sent to you soon. Please let us know who you'd like to see receive these honors!
Naloxone Toolkit: As you may be aware, there is an opioid epidemic impacting people of all ages in this country. Thankfully, the documented impact on teens in San Diego County remains extremely low. But even one child using drugs and putting their life in jeopardy is one too many. To promote awareness and aid districts in obtaining naloxone, a life-saving drug that reverses an opioid overdose, SDCOE has gathered a variety of resources to provide instruction and guidance in this process. The California Department of Health Care Services' (DHCS) Naloxone Distribution Project (NDP) is funded by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) and administered by DHCS to combat opioid overdose-related deaths throughout California. The NDP aims to address the opioid crisis by reducing opioid overdose deaths through the provision of free naloxone, in its nasal spray formulation. Since October 2018, qualified organizations and entities have been able to request free naloxone from DHCS. More information here: https://www.sdcoe.net/student-services/student-support/Nurses/Pages/Naloxone-Toolkit.aspx
Nasal Glucagon Powder: Is replacing injectable glucagon for the treatment of hypoglycemia. Learn more from the FDA and from the pharmaceutical company Lilly.
SDCOE ISHP Templates: The SDCOE Nursing website has been revamped and is updated with new materials. You can find ISHP templates, a list of upcoming events and professional development opportunities
Naloxone Toolkit: As you may be aware, there is an opioid epidemic impacting people of all ages in this country. Thankfully, the documented impact on teens in San Diego County remains extremely low. But even one child using drugs and putting their life in jeopardy is one too many. To promote awareness and aid districts in obtaining naloxone, a life-saving drug that reverses an opioid overdose, SDCOE has gathered a variety of resources to provide instruction and guidance in this process. The California Department of Health Care Services' (DHCS) Naloxone Distribution Project (NDP) is funded by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) and administered by DHCS to combat opioid overdose-related deaths throughout California. The NDP aims to address the opioid crisis by reducing opioid overdose deaths through the provision of free naloxone, in its nasal spray formulation. Since October 2018, qualified organizations and entities have been able to request free naloxone from DHCS. More information here: https://www.sdcoe.net/student-services/student-support/Nurses/Pages/Naloxone-Toolkit.aspx
Nasal Glucagon Powder: Is replacing injectable glucagon for the treatment of hypoglycemia. Learn more from the FDA and from the pharmaceutical company Lilly.
SDCOE ISHP Templates: The SDCOE Nursing website has been revamped and is updated with new materials. You can find ISHP templates, a list of upcoming events and professional development opportunities
Legislation Updates
AB 743 Pupil health: requires a school district to accept a written statement from a physician to carry and self-administer asthma inhaler from a physician contracted with a prepaid health plan operating lawfully under the laws of Mexico that is licensed with a health care service plan in this state. (A physician in Mexico contracted with a California health insurance plan can prescribe this medication for California schools.) Orders and medications must be written in English. Read on...
AB 743 Pupil health: requires a school district to accept a written statement from a physician to carry and self-administer asthma inhaler from a physician contracted with a prepaid health plan operating lawfully under the laws of Mexico that is licensed with a health care service plan in this state. (A physician in Mexico contracted with a California health insurance plan can prescribe this medication for California schools.) Orders and medications must be written in English. Read on...
CSNO Membership Join/Renewal
If you have not joined CSNO or renewed your membership, please click here.
Why join CSNO?
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Why join CSNO?
- High-quality State and Regional professional learning experiences at discounted rates. Access to members-only evidence-based practices
- Access to members-only CSNO bi-monthly e-newsletters
- Professional insight and feedback with expert school nurses
- CSNO has updated The Green Book and sections will be available on line to members Participation in professional networking
- Leadership opportunities to shape and improve the practice of school nursing
- California Department of Education is to hire and reinstate a California State School Nurse Consultant
- secondary to advocacy by CSNO
- Opportunities to have a voice in laws affecting your practice
- There is now a members only school health laws section on the CSNO website Scholarship and research awards
- Our section has scholarships for those members advancing their education in nursing Professional product discounts
- Access to one-on-one support mentoring
To see membership types & rates, click HERE
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UPCOMING EVENTS
Wednesday, December 4, 2019, 4:00-6:00pm: CSNO- SD/I Mini Conference, SDCOE, Room 306
Wednesday, January 15, 2020, 4:00-6:00pm: CSNO- SD/I Board Meeting, SDCOE, Room 301 Wednesday, January 29, 2020, 4:00-6:00pm: CSNO- SD/I Mini Conference, SDCOE, Room 306 February 13-Sunday 16, 2020: CSNO State Conference, Anaheim, CA Monday, March 23, 2020, 4:00-6:00pm: CSNO- SD/I Mini Conference, SDCOE, Room 306 Wednesday, April 22, 2020, 4:00-6:00pm: CSNO- SD/I Board Meeting, SDCOE, Room 301 Wednesday, May 13, 2020, 3:30-6:00pm: School Nurse Day Celebration, TBD MOre events at: calendar 
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Immunizations updates
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