Illinois Association of School Nurses

64th Annual Virtual IASN Conference - Thriving in School Nursing: Transforming Student Health
2021-10-01 19:00 - 2021-10-02 15:30 (America/Chicago)
Registration for this event has closed. Please watch for the On-Demand offering coming soon.
Thriving in School Nursing: Transforming Student Health
The IASN board is proud to offer a virtual experience for our members. As we continue to deal with the COVID-19 pandemic, it was important to IASN to offer an opportunity for school nurses to come together to be inspired, empowered, and re-energized.
September 23rd – Virtual Annual Meeting
7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Report from the President
Report from the Treasurer
Bylaws Amendments
Swearing in of new officers
Detailed agenda is pending
Disclosures: No conflict of interest is present on the part of the planning team. Speaker disclosures will be made at the time of the individual presentations.
Friday, October 1st – Virtual Pre-Conference
Screening of Resilience: The Biology of Stress & the Science of Hope
The original research was controversial, but the findings revealed the most important public health findings of a generation. RESILIENCE is a one-hour documentary that delves into the science of Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) and the birth of a new movement to treat and prevent Toxic Stress. Now understood to be one of the leading causes of every- thing from heart disease and cancer to substance abuse and depression, extremely stressful experiences in childhood can alter brain development and have lifelong effects on health and behavior.
However, as experts and practitioners profiled in RESILIENCE are proving, what’s predictable is preventable. These physicians, educators, social workers and communities are daring to talk about the effects of divorce, abuse and neglect. And they’re using cutting edge science to help the next generation break the cycles of adversity and disease.
7:00 PM: Screening Begins (#IASN21Screening)
8:05 – 8:15 PM: BREAK
8:30 PM: Roundtable Discussions led by IASN Board
Saturday, October 2nd – Virtual Conference
9:00-9:05 AM: Meeting opens, Virtual meeting rules review
9:05-9:15 AM: President Welcome & Board Introductions
9:15-10:15 AM: Keith Carlson BSN, RN, NC-BC Keynote – Thriving Amidst the Chaos: The Mindful Nurse Rides the Waves
10:15-10:20 AM: BREAK
10:20-10:40 AM: School Nurse of the Year & IASN Foundation Grant Award Presentation
10:40-11:15 AM IASN Talks
11:15-12:00 PM: LUNCH BREAK
12:00-1:00 PM: COVID Update with Dr. Emily Landon, MD
1:00-1:05 PM: BREAK
1:05-2:05 PM: Caring for students with asthma: an evidence-based approach; Anna Volerman, MD, Associate Professor of Medicine and Pediatrics at University of Chicago; Illinois Asthma Partnership
2:05-3:15 PM Amplifying Your Voice as a School Nurse by Robin Cogan MEd, RN, NCSN
3:15-3:20 PM Giveaways presented by NASN Director and Wrap Up
Keynote Speaker – Keith Carlson RN, BSN, NC-BC

Nurse Keith has over two decades of experience in nursing and healthcare as a clinician, administrator, and entrepreneur.
As an accomplished speaker, writer, blogger, podcaster, consultant, and holistic career coach for nurses, Keith has his finger on the pulse of 21st-century nursing. He keenly understands the challenges faced by nursing professionals and healthcare organizations.
Keith’s well-known nursing podcasts — The Nurse Keith Show and RNFM Radio — reach listeners on six continents. His message of savvy career advice for nurses has been featured by Nurse.com, Nurse.org, Working Nurse Magazine, American Sentinel University, MultiBriefs News Service, StaffGarden, American Nurse Today, NursingCE.com, Health eCareers, among others.
Keith is a Board Certified Nurse Coach (NC-BC) and has logged more than 1,000 hours providing holistic career coaching for nurses throughout the United States.
Registration Fees
IASN Members – $49
Non Members – $79
Interested in being a sponsor?
Find out more about our sponsorship options here.

2021 Virtual IASN Conference - Sponsorship Opportunities
2021-10-01 - 2021-10-02
Sponsorships – Thriving in School Nursing: Transforming Student Health – 2021 Virtual IASN Conference
This conference is an opportunity for companies and organizations to exhibit services, information or products of interest to School Nurses and public health. We are inviting your organization to partner with us a sponsor for this event.
Platinum Sponsorship $3,500

Recognition on Conference Materials
Option to welcome Keynote Speaker, Keith Carlson
Complimentary Attendance for 2
Virtual Exhibitor Profile on Event Platform
– Linked Logo
– Company Information
– Social Media Links
– Downloaded PDF Resources (up to 3)
– Company listed on Virtual Platform Homepage – Linked Logo
– Embedded YouTube Video
Full Page advertisement in Conference Materials

Gold Sponsorship $2,500

Recognition on Conference Materials
Virtual Exhibitor Profile on Event Platform
– Linked Logo
– Company Description
– Contact Information
– Social Media Links
– Downloaded PDF Resources (up to 2)
– Company listed on Virtual Platform Homepage – Linked Name
Complimentary Attendance for 1
Half page advertisement in Conference Brochure

Silver Sponsorship $1,000

Recognition on Conference Materials
Virtual Exhibitor Profile on Event Platform
– Linked Logo
– Company Description
– Contact Information
– Social Media Links
– Downloaded PDF Resources (1)
Half page advertisement in Conference Brochure

Please contact Kristy Dugan at kristy@sysconsultingsolutions.com for any questions.

The University of Chicago Second Annual Comer School Nurses Continuing Education Day
2021-08-06 08:30 - 15:30
This activity will provide updates to school nurses and other clinicians to prepare for the start of the school year. Especially with the past year being so heavily focused on COVID-19, nurses need to be prepared for new school criteria and restrictions that aligns with the best interests of their students. This activity will include case-based discussions on topics vital to the success of school nurses and offer insight into a variety of experiences a school nurse or clinician will encounter. It will also showcase the latest information by experts in the field so participants can provide the highest level of care to the unique population they serve.

Target Audience

This activity is designed for physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals dedicated to the treatment of children and youth in a school setting.

Learning Objectives

At the conclusion of this educational activity, participants will be able to:

Identify the most up to date concerns and solutions for celiac disease, irritable bowel syndrome, and gastrointestinal disorders in school-aged children;
Discuss the best procedures for children dealing with epilepsy and seizure disorders;
Identify updated research on food allergies and asthma;
Describe the most recent information for diabetes management and technology in school-aged children;
Analyze the school nurse’s role in managing COVID-19 that aligns with a school’s best practices;
Describe how to best approach sleep disorders in school-aged children;
Identify solutions to managing students with anxiety and depression.

Available credit:

7.50 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
7.50 Nursing Contact Hours
7.50 Participation

This activity is generously sponsored by the Sunshine Charitable Foundation.
Register Here: https://web.cvent.com/event/20f1bda5-c83b-4cde-8a69-ebe07900faf8/summary

School Nurse Emergency Care Course
2021-08-04 08:00 - 2021-09-04 17:00
Illinois Emergency Medical Services for Children (EMSC) is pleased to announce that an online School Nurse Emergency Care (SNEC) course is now available. This online training is based on the original in-person, 3-day SNEC course and is designed to enhance the assessment, triaging, and treatment skills of the school nurse when confronted with the acutely ill or injured student.
The course is comprised of 17 course modules and 5 skill demonstrations, so the course will take several sittings to complete. Successful completion of the course requires completion of all 17 modules, 5 skill demonstration videos, a passing score of at least 84% on the course exam, and completion of the course evaluation. Thirteen (13) continuing education hours are provided through an Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) site code (applicable for Illinois nurses).
There is no registration fee. The course is hosted by the University of Illinois Public Health Learning platform. You can access course information via the EMSC website at: https://www.luriechildrens.org/en/emergency-medical-services-for-children/education/school-nurses/snec—online-course/
Or you can directly access the online SNEC course by following the steps below:

Go to https://www.publichealthlearning.com
Click on Course Offerings
Select Illinois Emergency Medical Services for Children (EMSC)
Select the School Nurse Emergency Care (SNEC) course
If you have an account, log in using your username and password. If you do not have an account, click “Create an Account”, and follow the prompts

If you should have any questions, please contact Ramona Rendon, Administrative Assistant at rrendon@luriechildrens.org.

The School Nurse's Role With IEP's
2021-07-22 18:00 - 19:30
The School Nurse’s Role With IEP’s
A free Webinar Co-Sponsored by: The Illinois Association of School Nurses and The NASN Special Needs School Nurses – Special Interest Group.
The purpose of this educational activity is to inform school nurses regarding their role with serving students through a special education IEP and how to document health information on the IEP.
When: Thursday, July 22, 2021 7:00 – 8:30pm EST / 6:00 – 7:30pm CST
Speakers:
Lisa A. Lawson, Ed.D. Assistant Superintendent for Student Services, Brandywine School District, Willmington, Delaware
MaryAnn Strawhacker, MPH, BSN, RN, SEN. Special Education Nurse Consultant, Heartland Area Education Agency, Iowa
Objectives:

Describe how a student may receive health services in one of the 13 categories of disability as defined by IDEA 2004.
Give 2 examples of how states may differ in their application of federal and state special education law.
Define direct and indirect nursing services that can be included in an IEP and give an example of each.
Explain where on the IEP forms to document health information and health services.

CNE’s: 1.5 CNE’s will be provided upon completion of this program
For any questions, please contact Linda Kimel at froglkimel@gmail.com.
The Illinois Association of School Nurses is approved as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the Ohio Nurses Association, an accredited approver by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation. (OBN-001-91). 1.5 CE’s will be awarded to participants who attend the entire program and complete the evaluation. No partial credit will be awarded.

Town Hall Meeting - SHIELD Illinois, Sponsored by Maxim Healthcare Staffing
2021-07-15 19:00 - 20:30
July Town Hall Meeting – SHIELD Illinois

Sponsored by Maxim Healthcare Staffing
Speakers: Beth Heller, Rebecca Lee Smith & Debbie Broadfield
Beth Heller
Senior Director, External Relations
SHIELD Illinois

A veteran marketing executive and life-long Chicagoan, Beth Heller brings more than 25 years of experience and expertise to SHIELD Illinois, including strategic planning, executing high-profile events, leveraging influencer relations and implementing media-management and brand marketing.
At SHIELD Illinois, Beth oversees external relations for the University of Illinois’ non-profit COVID-19 saliva-based PCR test program. She began working with SHIELD as the company began offering testing to partners outside of the university system. Working in tandem with local state agencies including the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH), Gov. JB Pritzker’s education office, the State Board of Education (ISBE) and the Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH), Heller is focused on bringing SHIELD’s screening testing to PK-12 schools throughout the state. Heller also onboards and engages with other external partners, including the U.S. District Court of Illinois, Rivian, an electric truck company with headquarters in Normal, IL and companies looking to utilize SHIELD testing as a way to provide an additional mitigation layer to keep people safe. In addition, Beth manages SHIELD’s marketing department, which includes the Public Relations and Social Media arms.
It is essential that Beth and her team are knowledgeable about the myriad issues and current news surrounding the COVID-19 pandemic, including a clear understanding of the complexity of different attitudes and opinions surrounding the pandemic from a market perspective. That includes having tough conversations about controversial issues with many types of organizations — with a focus on education and government.
Beth’s role with SHIELD is another example of her lifelong passion for community involvement. She sits on the Board of Trustees at the Latin School of Chicago, where she is an alumnus. She also is an avid supporter of Chicago’s arts community, and works with many athletes’ charitable foundations, including former Chicago Cub Kerry Wood’s “Wood Family Foundation” and former Chicago Bear Charles “Peanut” Tillman’s “Cornerstone Foundation,” among others. She co-chairs some of the city’s most high-profile events, such as the Green Tie Ball, which raises money to clean and beautify Chicago.
Beth earned a bachelor’s degree in marketing from the University of Illinois-Champaign-Urbana.  Prior to joining SHIELD, Beth founded BH Consulting, developing marketing strategies for select companies and partnerships, securing media exposure, and creating pathways to give back to the community. Prior to that, she was Executive Vice President and VP, Marketing for Harry Caray’s Restaurant Group for more than 20 years. She helped the company grow from a single restaurant into one of Chicago’s largest restaurant groups and iconic institutions. She remains a partner in the Group and in 2015 received the inaugural Hospitality Award given by the Chicago Hotel Concierge Association.
Rebecca Lee Smith DVM MS PhD
Associate Professor of Epidemiology
Dr. Rebecca L Smith is associate professor of epidemiology at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. She earned a DVM and a PhD in epidemiology from Cornell University, as well as an MS in biosecurity and risk analysis from Kansas State University. Since joining UIUC in 2014, her work has focused on control of disease using mathematical and statistical modeling. In particular, she focuses on developing realistic disease control programs in collaboration with field-based partners.
The Covid-19 SHEILD Illinois test is a PCR saliva test that was developed for University of Illinois students to successfully return to campus last fall. The test is utilized as a diagnostic test and is approved by the FDA.
Just a few highlights of the test are:

Funding from the State of Illinois comes from the Illinois Department of Public Health
Highly accurate results within 24 hours, typically however, results are given 12 hours after the test
For Tier 1 and 2 schools, the test is completely free, for Tier 3 and 4, some, but minimal fees involved
Collection will be set up at the school and then taken to a collections SHEILD Illinois laboratory
Current focus is for middle and high school, however it is believed that it will soon be extended to K-5
Schools will choose the population to test

Join us on July 15th to learn more about the Covid-19 SHIELD Illinois test.
Registration is limited for this meeting!
Once you have registered, please read the confirmation page for further information regarding Zoom links.

School Team Supports for PANS/PANDAS
2021-05-28 12:00 - 13:00
The Illinois PANDAS/PANS Advisory Council & The Illinois Association of School Nurses present:
School Team Supports for PANS/PANDAS
This presentation will address responsibilities and considerations of the school team members for a student with a PANS/PANDAS
diagnosis. Attendees will get information regarding the importance of communication between team members and family and processes for the school team to consider when supporting the student at school. We will also look at data needs and benefits for the school team and the family to help the student be successful.
Speakers
‣Teresa Schindler, RN,PEL-CSN
‣Lauren Persino, MA, BCBA
One (1) CE will be awarded to participants who attend the entire program and complete evaluation.
Accreditation and Credit Designation The Illinois Association of School Nurses is approved as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the Ohio Nurses Association, an accredited approver by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation.(OBN-001-91).

Half Day Conference for the Care of School Age Children
2021-05-21 07:50 - 12:00
Half Day Conference for the Care of School Age Children
Presented by The Illinois Association of School Nurses and Advocate Children’s Hospital
Friday, May 21, 2021
Registration is free but limited.
Conference outcome: Participants will describe with detail how at least one concept or practice idea presented will be integrated into their practice and setting.

The Illinois Association of School Nurses is approved as a provider of continuing nursing education by Ohio Nurses Association, an accredited approver by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation. (OBN-001-91).
Participants will receive 4.5 contact hours for successful completion of this activity—attendance for the entire conference and completion of a post activity evaluation. Questions about continuing
nursing education contact hours should be made to: Mary Girardi MSN RN PEL-CSN at girardi6@comcast.net

7:50-8:00 a.m. – Welcome
Nancy Mabbott, Director, Community & Health Relation, Advocate Children’s Hospital
Mary Girardi, MSN, RN, PEL-CSN, IASN Nurse Planner
8:00-8:30 a.m. – Current state of COVID, its Impact on Children and Pediatric Practice & Plans for a Vaccine
Frank Belmonte, DO, – Vice President/Chief Medical Officer, Advocate Children’s Hospital
8:30-9:20 a.m. – Common Orthopedic Conditions and Injuries
Kristina S. Walick, MD. – Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon, Advocate Children’s Hospital
9:25-10:15 a.m. – Otolaryngology & Speech –Language Deficits Impacting School Success
Valerie Cote, MD. – Pediatric Otolaryngologist, Advocate Children’s Hospital
10:20-11:10 a.m. – Child and Teen Mental Health during the Pandemic
Gabrielle Roberts, Ph.D. – Pediatric Psychologist, Advocate Children’s Hospital
11:15 am-12:00 p.m. – Eating Disorders in Children & Teens
Michele Zucker, MD. – Attending Physician, Pediatrics, Medical Director, Weight Restoration Program, Adolescent Medicine, Advocate Children’s Hospital

Half Day Conference for the Care of School Age Children
2021-05-19 07:50 - 12:00
Half Day Conference for the Care of School Age Children
Presented by The Illinois Association of School Nurses and Advocate Children’s Hospital
Wednesday, May 19, 2021
Registration is free but limited.
Conference outcome: Participants will describe with detail how at least one concept or practice idea presented will be integrated into their practice and setting.

The Illinois Association of School Nurses is approved as a provider of continuing nursing education by Ohio Nurses Association, an accredited approver by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation. (OBN-001-91).
Participants will receive 4.5 contact hours for successful completion of this activity—attendance for the entire conference and completion of a post activity evaluation. Questions about continuing
nursing education contact hours should be made to: Mary Girardi MSN RN PEL-CSN at girardi6@comcast.net

7:50-8:00 a.m. – Welcome
Nancy Mabbott, Director, Community & Health Relation, Advocate Children’s Hospital
Mary Girardi, MSN, RN, PEL-CSN, IASN Nurse Planner
8:00-8:30 a.m. – Current state of COVID, its Impact on Children and Pediatric Practice & Plans for a Vaccine
Frank Belmonte, DO, – Vice President/Chief Medical Officer, Advocate Children’s Hospital
8:30-9:20 a.m. – Common Orthopedic Conditions and Injuries
Kristina S. Walick, MD. – Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon, Advocate Children’s Hospital
9:25-10:15 a.m. – Otolaryngology & Speech –Language Deficits Impacting School Success
Valerie Cote, MD. – Pediatric Otolaryngologist, Advocate Children’s Hospital
10:20-11:10 a.m. – Child and Teen Mental Health during the Pandemic
Gabrielle Roberts, Ph.D. – Pediatric Psychologist, Advocate Children’s Hospital
11:15 am-12:00 p.m. – Eating Disorders in Children & Teens
Michele Zucker, MD. – Attending Physician, Pediatrics, Medical Director, Weight Restoration Program, Adolescent Medicine, Advocate Children’s Hospital

Town Hall Meeting - Collecting and Submitting School Health Data
2021-05-06 19:00 - 20:30
May Town Hall Meeting – Collecting and Submitting School Health Data
Speaker: Dena Hinkle DNP, MEd, APRN, NCSN, IL PEL-CSN, FNP-BC
A recent evaluation of Illinois school health metric data submitted to the National Association of School Nurses’ National School Health Data Set: Every Student Counts! revealed that a very small percentage of Illinois school nurses submitted data for the 2018-2019 school year. The purpose of this DNP study was to identify the factors that promote or inhibit Illinois school nurses from submitting aggregated data to the national dataset at the end of the school year. The findings suggest that Illinois school nurses who already collect health office data via an electronic health record still experience barriers to submitting that data to Every Student Counts! An awareness of potential facilitators and barriers will assist with the development and implementation of a variety of resources that will promote increased participation in submitting data to the dataset with the aim of improving student health, safety and readiness to learn.
Registration is limited for this meeting!

Town Hall Meeting
2021-04-22 19:00 - 20:30 | https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZ0kfu2srTMoHtzqzph0eDhHRHI2-3fkqjcQ
Our April Town Hall Meeting will be Sponsored by Neurelis. More program information coming soon!

Coffee with the Board
2021-03-20 10:00 - 11:00 | https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84592253655
Innovative ideas are brewing! Come hear about the open leadership positions within IASN, join a committee, get involved.

Join us for Coffee with the Board on Saturday, March 20th at 10:00 AM. We look forward to chatting with you and just checking in.

Join the conversation on March 20th with this link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84592253655

Coffee with the Board
2021-02-27 10:00 - 11:00 | https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85631113789
Innovative ideas are brewing! Come hear about the open leadership positions within IASN, join a committee, get involved.

Join us for Coffee with the Board on Saturday, February 27th at 10:00 AM. We look forward to chatting with you and just checking in.

Join the conversation on February 27th with this link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85631113789

Coffee with the Board
2021-01-23 10:00 - 11:00 | https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85719433458
Innovative ideas are brewing! Come hear about the open leadership positions within IASN, join a committee, get involved.

Join us for Coffee with the Board on Saturday, January 23rd at 10:00 AM. We look forward to chatting with you and just checking in.

IASN Book Club
2020-12-12 09:30 - 11:00 | Zoom
VIRTUAL MEET UP
falling together by Donna Wilk Cardillo, RN
It is not too late to catch up; order your book today and finish reading before December 12th.
We will have a guided discussion with questions written for us by Donna Cardillo herself.
You are invited to a Zoom meeting.
When: Dec 12, 2020, 09:30 AM Central Time
Register in advance for this meeting using the website link below.
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.

Town Hall Meeting - School Nursing in the Time of COVID-19
2020-11-12 18:30 - 20:00 | https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87854441377
Thank You to Our Sponsor School Health Corporation
Moderated by Gloria E. Barrera, MSN, RN, PEL-CSN—IASN President
Panelists
Andi Clark, MSN, RN-BC—Quincy School District 172
Joy Lewis, MSN, RN, PEL-CSN—Vandalia School District
Apryll Elliott M.Ed., BSN, RN, PEL-CSN—Kane County Health Department Assistant Director for Communicable Disease
Dr. Alexandra Sophia Sontag, MSN, DNP, RN, FNP-BC—Chicago Public Schools
School nurses were at the frontlines before stay-at-home orders went into effect here in Illinois, and now we’re leading the COVID-19 response. Hear from fellow IASN members about their triumphs and lessons learned on mitigating the spread of COVID-19 in their schools, districts, and communities. Case scenarios will be presented for discussion with the Assistant Director for Communicable Disease of Kane County Health Department.

NURSES4NURSES NETWORKING CALL
2020-10-28 19:00 - 20:00 | Zoom
School Nurses lead health promotion and disease prevention in schools. School nurses can decrease fears and promote prevention of COVID-19, the flu, and other illnesses.
This month’s discussion is lead by a panel of School Nurses who will lead a discussion on the the general role of the school nurse, speak to the educational preparation needed to be a school nurse and the importance of certification, and how has that role shifted or changed with the COVID19 pandemic.
Join the discussion on October 28th with this link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82388643722

63rd Annual Conference - Virtual
2020-10-02 - 2020-10-03 | Zoom
October 2nd & October 3rd 2020
We’re going virtual – Please join us!
Donna Cardillo – Keynote Speaker
“Own Your Seat at the Table: Positioning Yourself for Success as a School Nurses
Find out more
Are you interested in exhibiting or being a sponsor – Learn More

Re-Establishing Vaccine Coverage Post-COVID
2020-07-15 09:00 - 10:00 | Zoom
IASN is Hosting a Virtual Presentation
Re-Establishing Vaccine Coverage Post-COVID
Presented By:Jeannine M. Alameda/ Senior Medical Science Liaison at Sanofi Pasteur

This presentation will review the impact of COVID-19 on immunization rates, vaccine policy and catch-up vaccination resources. To join the session, please click the link below on the presentation date and time.

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