Happy Student Nurse Day!
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Happy School Nurse Day!
Today is both National Student Nurse Day and National School Nurse Day for 2024. This whole week celebrates National Nurse’s Week. Recognition and celebration goes to very important person to come, in education to be the well needed nurse! Also thanks go to the first responder at school, being the school nurse. . .
Happy National Student Nurse Day & National School Nurse Day! ! !
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A Brief History:
Origination: The events of National Student Nurse Day and National School Nurse Day coincidentally happen the same week as National Nurses Week.
Student Nurse Day: Student Nurses are on the forefront of technological advancements, acquiring knowledge of the most recent life-saving methods. Simultaneously, they are honing their skills through structured programs grounded in medical research. The need for nurses continues to rise annually. Presently, the field of nursing requires individuals who are committed to the practice of medicine more than ever before. Their passion for providing care, expanding their knowledge, and specializing in nursing will have a significant impact on the well-being of countless individuals and their families annually.
School Nurse Day: School nurses are frequently the initial destination for students who are unwell or injured. However, they also offer a plethora of valuable information that contributes to a fruitful education. This observance serves as a reminder of the various reasons why the nurse is accessible to your school. In addition to tending to scrapes on the playground and checking for fevers at the onset of illness, school nurses act as first responders for medical issues and administer mid-day medication doses.
National Association of School Nurses: See the information at School Nurse Day on the National Association of School Nurses website. Consider a generous donation.
Celebrated: Nationally we celebrate both these great occasions of National Student Nurse Day and National School Nurse Day on the Wednesday in National Nurses Week every year.

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A Few Facts:
I am sharing a few facts, and more, some trivia, some not trivial. . .
Major Nursing Roles that are on the Curriculum:
- Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
- Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
- Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN)
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Surgical Assistant Registered Nurse
- Home Care Registered Nurse
- Emergency Room Registered Nurse
- Labor and Delivery Nurse
- More. . .

St. Thomas-Elgin General Hospital School of Nursing Students, 1958 courtesy of Openverse
The Present:
Planning on becoming part of the nursing profession deserves the admiration and celebration for their continued loyalty and education is paramount! Also taking care of students in a timely fashion being the criterion of a school nurse, is an important role to be honored.
The Future:
The need for future nurses goes on, and the need will be there into the years to come. . .
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Cabbage Patch Kids Nurse courtesy of Openverse
National Student Nurse Day
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National School Nurse Day







Thank you to all the nurses