Quiz of the Week #1

I try to give students a health quiz weekly to encourage health awareness and get them involved in clinic happenings.  This week I'm posting a quiz to all blog readers. 

Who am I?

I help students learn and I educate, but I'm not a teacher.
I listen to problems and help work out a solution, but I'm not a counselor.
I'm a first responder to emergencies, but I'm not a fireman or EMT.
I ensure all records are up to date, but I'm not a secretary.
I sometimes give out medications, but I'm not a pharmacist.
I help students with medical needs, like diabetes and cerebral palsy, but I'm not a doctor.
I encourage kids to do their best, but I'm not a cheerleader.
I help kids transition between hospital and school and I help kids get insurance, but I'm not a social worker.
I test hearing and vision to help students succeed in the classroom, I am a mentor, a hand holder, a mom away from home.  I comfort, I ask questions, I listen.  Do you know who I am?

If you haven't guessed, I'm a SCHOOL NURSE!  Many people do not understand the work that I do, some will not even see me more than a few times throughout the school year.  I am here to help students, parents and staff.  I will be here to assist students to do the best they can in school.  It's a lot of roles to fill and I feel very honored to be the nurse here at Harrison.  Parents, we are very lucky to live in Wylie where there is a school nurse at each campus.  You have a health care resource that many families don't have access to.  Stop by and say hello or feel free to ask your school nurse questions.  You will be glad they are there when you need them!   

Medications

I just wanted to add some reminders/tips for parents who have kids that take medication at school.

*  Parents or responsible adult need to bring ALL MEDICATIONS to office or clinic. 
*  Always send medication in prescription labeled bottle or original container.
*  Fill out Medication Administration Request form on Wylie ISD website or pick one up @ school.
*  Only medications that the student needs DURING SCHOOL HOURS will be given.  If medications can be taken before or after school that is our preference and policy. 
*  If an "as needed" medication is taken more than 5 times during the year a physicians signature may be required.
*  No medications containing aspirin will be given to children under 12 per Wylie ISD policy. 
*  Always ask your friendly School Nurse if you have any questions! 

Harrison Clinic News and Info

Hello Harrison students, family and staff!  I'm excited to get information out to everyone, hopefully you will find it useful and will answer questions you may have about procedures here at Harrison.  My name is Nurse Stephanie and I am starting my second school year at the Harrison clinic.  

As the school year progresses I hope to update you on current topics, fun things happening at our school and Wylie health events.   With  the beginning of school fast approaching most people would like to know how to contact me.  I am available Monday through Friday 7:45 to 3:45 and my direct line with voice mail is 972-442-3308.  I will return messages as soon as possible.  Any questions you may have about health conditions, medications or immunizations here at school can be directed to me. 

Welcome to Harrison Health Happenings!