New Hampshire School Nurses' Association

Upcoming Conferences

Back to School: Working Together to Address Mental Health

17 Aug 2022 8:00 AM

2500 N River Rd, Hooksett, NH 03106
School Nurse Essentials 22-23

18 Aug 2022 7:45 AM

NH Audubon Society 84 Silk Farm Rd Concord, NH 03301

Scholarship Money Available

Scholarships are available yearly for members of NHSNA. Reimbursement will be made after applicant sends verification of successful course completion. Deadline is April 1st. READ MORE HERE

NHSNA School Health Manual

The School Health Manual provides resources on the most important issues and topics for school nurse practice. NHSNA is the voice of New Hampshire School Nursing and this manual continues that commitment to excellence.

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Covid Updates

VACCINES

Initial COVID-19 Vaccine Provider Map for 4 Mos. to 5 Years of Age

Medical practice and pharmacy vaccine locations

TESTING

Positive home COVID test results can now be reported to NH Public Health by filling out the online form at forms.nh.gov/EpiInfoWebSurv….

COVID-19 testing is offered at 90 locations statewide, including at hospitals, pharmacies and urgent-care centers.

DHHS Covid Resources for Schools

DPHS Education Liasion: Sheryl Nielsen 603-271-6996
Sheryl.Nielsen@dhhs.nh.gov

Immunization and Legislative Updates

2022 - 2023 Immunization Requirements for School Attendance

School Nurses now have access to the NH Immunization Registry:
There are procedures in place to have School Nurses gain access.
LEARN MORE AND SIGN UP HERE

New State Law:
House Bill 1035: Effective 7/19/2022
Result: Religious Exemptions no longer require a notary.

House Bill 1131: Vetoed by Governor Sununu 05/20/2022
Result: School boards and districts may require facial masks.

House Bill 1606: Effective 7/01/2023
Result: Patients will have to opt-in or opt-out for every vaccination given, instead of once for each patient. DHHS will have to find a new vendor for the program at a cost of $42 million over four years of development.

How to Spot Monkeypox: A Tutorial
Jun 15, 2022 Very few physicians have seen Monkeypox, and its eradicated cousin Smallpox. In this tutorial, Dermatology professor Dr. Lisa Iannottone goes over how to identify Monkeypox, how to distinguish it from similar looking rashes caused by Chickenpox and other illnesses.

ConvenientMD has partnered with NHSNA to provide valuable services to school nurses.

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Take Action!

In our first direct action, we ask our Governor, Congressional delegation, and Executive Councilors to address climate change for a healthier NH. Join our Advisory Board, Board of Directors, and many NH healthcare associations by signing this letter. Every voice matters and there is clearly strength in numbers!

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Need To Reach Us?

We'd love to hear from you! The New Hampshire School Nurses' Association monitors the following email daily and will respond to your email within 48 hours. Email us at: NHSchoolNurses@gmail.com

Mission: As registered professional school nurses, we provide comprehensive school health services to ensure that all students achieve their full education potential.

Vision: New Hampshire School Nurses Association (NHSNA) provides leadership and education to support New Hampshire school nurse standards of practice, care coordination, leadership, quality improvement, and community public health. New Hampshire school nurses are committed to promoting the health of students and school communities through evidence based clinical practice, health promotion, and education. NH school nurses are integral members of the school leadership and education teams, and are committed to collaborating with professional organizations and health care teams. Through strength in membership and advocacy, NHSNA creates the infrastructure to promote excellence in school nurse practice across the state.

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