OSHNA
SCHOOL NURSE OF THE YEAR
Congratulations to Karen Carson, RN, BSN, School Nurse at Humphrey's High School in Pyeongtaek, South Korea! Karen has been a nurse since 2004 and a school nurse with DODEA since 2020. In addition to managing the health and wellness of 800+ students and staff, "Nurse Carson shows up and cares for her students every day with attention and passion."
Karen is the sponsor for the school's Pre-Med Club and Red Cross Club. She holds certification in Safe Crisis Management and is an American Red Cross CPR Instructor. "Our Humphreys Community is safer and stronger because of her!"
SCHOOL NURSE OF THE YEAR
Congratulations to Karen Carson, RN, BSN, School Nurse at Humphrey's High School in Pyeongtaek, South Korea! Karen has been a nurse since 2004 and a school nurse with DODEA since 2020. In addition to managing the health and wellness of 800+ students and staff, "Nurse Carson shows up and cares for her students every day with attention and passion."
Karen is the sponsor for the school's Pre-Med Club and Red Cross Club. She holds certification in Safe Crisis Management and is an American Red Cross CPR Instructor. "Our Humphreys Community is safer and stronger because of her!"
- "With over 20 years of nursing experience, I bring expertise in student health care, disease prevention, and educational outreach. My proactive approach to health management has significantly boosted school attendance by addressing acute and chronic conditions, preventing infectious diseases, and fostering partnerships with military community stakeholders. I am passionate about improving community health through education and preventative care initiatives. As a compassionate DoDEA school nurse, I am committed to promoting student wellbeing through evidence-based practice, collaboration, and leadership in school health initiatives."
School health professionals from around the globe came together in Amsterdam to share and learn school health management strategies. Speakers included Dr. Kate King, DNP, MS, RN, LSN, NASN President, Mr. Goof Buijs, UNESCO Chair of Global Health and Education, Ms. Christine Amidon, FNP, MSN, BSN, Dr. Sharita Trimuel, M.D., Dr. Andrea Tanner PhD, RN, NCSN, and our very own Charlotte Geehreng, MHA, BSN, RN, NASN OSHNA Director. Members, keep an eye on your email for a "Save the Date" for our next conference...February 2026, Rome, perhaps?
Interested in joining NASN and OSHNA? Visit https://www.nasn.org/membership/become-a-member
Interested in joining NASN and OSHNA? Visit https://www.nasn.org/membership/become-a-member
Calling all Overseas School Nurse, we need you! Join the OSHNA board and contribute your expertise and leadership. From conferences to scholarships, we have several committees if you can only contribute a few hours of your time; or join us on the board to make a major impact for School Nurses everywhere. Email at [email protected]
