Lice Lessons Presented by Meghan Brown Shari Hendrickson
Lice Lessons Presented by: Meghan Brown ØShari Hendrickson ØDana La. Macchia ØMary Pray ØMelanie Stickney Ø http: //www. innerquestchurch. org/classes/public-speaking. aspx
Introduction Our organization will visit the schools and homes in Kent County to educate the school nurses, teachers, families/caregivers, and students on ways to prevent lice transmission. We will provide information on the treatment options for lice to reduce the number of school absences. We will empower families to efficiently and effectively treat lice to decrease the negative stereotypes associated with lice outbreaks.
Why do we need Lice Lessons? What is the need for this service? � An estimated 6 -12 million infestations occur each year in the United States (CDC, 2015) � 1/3 of school children under 16 have experienced on average 3. 6 head lice infestations over the last year. This rises to 48% for children of primary school age (4 -11) (Lukats Communications, 2011) 1. 78 million children are absent 2. 7 million days a year from school as parents choose to keep them at home (Lukats Communications, 2011) The economic impact of head lice in the U. S. is estimated to approach $1 billion dollars annually. This includes both direct costs (products and treatments used to kill lice and their eggs) and indirect costs (missed work and school days, misdiagnosis, and misuse of pediculicides and other agents) (MDCH, 2013) Parents are taking 2. 78 million days off work to tackle head lice treatments (Lukats Communications, 2011)
Why do we need Lice Lessons? Why do we need Lice Lessons in Kent County? � � There is a "medium" incidence of lice outbreaks in Kent County (Nix, 2016) Inappropriate treatments can pose real and significant health hazards to the child and his or her household (CDC, 2015) It is unlikely that all head life infestations can be prevented, but education on the signs and symptoms to detect lice and treat early infestations, as well as knowing the treatment options is important to prevent the spread of lice to others (Devore & Schutze, 2015)
Lice Facts Pediculosis is an infestation of head lice, NOT an infection. Lice primarily affects children between the ages of 3 -12 years. Transmission occurs by direct head-to-head contact Indirect spread through touching personal belongings (combs, brushes, hats) of an infected person is less likely to occur (Devore & Schutze, 2015) Common Symptoms: (CDC, 2015) » Itching » Sores on the head » Tickling sensation » Sleeplessness and irritability
Lice Lessons – Who We Are Lice Lessons is a non-profit organization that seeks to improve the health status of students in Kent County. Our consultants will visit the schools in Kent Intermediate School District (ISD) and speak to teachers, families/caregivers, and students about lice prevention, treatment options, and help decrease the stigma attached to lice outbreaks. We offer Home Nurse Educators/Consultants who will visit the home and provide education to parents/caregivers and children on treatment solutions to control and eliminate the lice outbreak within the home.
Lice Lessons: Mission To provide prevention and treatment educational information to the students, families/caregivers, and staff in Kent County schools. https: //www. verywell. com/head-lice-in-school-what-to-do-620496
Lice Lessons: Goals Our overall goals are to reduce lice transmission and outbreaks through education and prevention strategies. � � � Educate regarding the symptoms of lice: itching, tickling sensation, sleeplessness, appearance of lice eggs, irritating scalp, recent exposure, and/or fever/swollen lymph nodes Educate regarding the recognition of lice: difference between nits and debris, the common symptoms of infestation, and/or the appearance of nits and live lice Educate children/parents/school staff on the prevention of lice from student to student: avoiding direct head-to-head contact, by not sharing hats/scarves/combs/hair accessories/towels, and/or avoiding sleepovers during an infestation Educate regarding the treatment of lice: pharmacologic treatment, thorough combing of dead and live lice using nit combs, thorough rechecks, washing of all clothing/linens/stuffed animals that have been in contact with infected person, vacuuming furniture/flooring, and/or seeking professional lice removal salons Educate regarding the stigmas and misconceptions of lice: uncleanliness, lack of personal hygiene, embarrassment
Lice Lessons: Objectives To educate school staff, parents/caregivers, and students on the prevention, transmission, and treatment of lice. � To educate children, parents, and school staff through yearly educational sessions held at various school facilities � To decrease the number of absences from school as a result of performing inhome lice treatments and completing thorough home removal techniques as measured by a decrease in absences from first to second semester � To improve the quality of life for students and their families through lice education � To empower parents to efficiently and effectively treat lice and decrease the negative stereotype associated with lice with each outbreak
Lice Lessons: Philosophy � � � Our educators will provide: An organized, easy-to-understand educational program that allows clients to engage in interactive learning regarding the transmission, prevention, and treatment of lice Clear instructions to develop skills necessary for successful learning about lice and to navigate treatment options An exposure to basic principles of medical information and its application to lice Our clients will: Receive nonbiased information to improve their quality of life by eliminating days missed at school or work and decrease embarrassment due to lice outbreak Have the right to make informed choices based on the treatment options for lice Have access to preventative skills and treatment in order to decrease lice outbreaks among elementary school children Our organization will: Follow evidence-based practice guidelines relevant to lice prevention and treatment Maintain a quality educational program for the community to reduce lice outbreaks Improve the quality of life for clients through the use of prevention and treatment techniques
Lice Lessons Organization and Position within the Community Lice Lessons President Kent County Health Department Lice Lessons Director/School Liaison School Nurse Educator/ Consultant Home Nurse Educator/ Consultant Kent ISD School Nurse Parents/ Caregivers Teachers Students
Positions within Lice Lessons President: responsible to oversee all company operations to insure quality, service, and cost-effective management of resources. � Responsibilities include: Plan, develop, and implement strategies for generating revenues for the company. Approve all operational procedures, policies, and standards. Develop financial budgets and manage all resources. Review reports and financial statements to determine progress and revise objectives and plans to meet current conditions. Secure all state and federal grant funding. Education required: Bachelor’s in Business or related field Lice Lessons Director/School Liaison: responsible for managing and directing all current projects and employees to ensure successful completion of each event. � Responsibilities include: Arrange, coordinate, and implement all active projects to ensure success Supervise staff in accordance with company procedures, policies, and standards. Conduct interviews, hire new staff, and provide employee training and mentoring. Establish employee goals and conduct employee performance reviews. Responsible for scheduling staff which includes: work assignments, employee training, and employee vacations. Communicate with President on all operations. Education required: Bachelor’s in Business preferred
Positions within Lice Lessons School Nurse Educator/ Consultant: the in-school representative responsible to help increase lice education in Kent County school systems and decrease the number of lice outbreaks throughout the county. � Responsibilities include: Educate school staff, parents/caregivers, and students about the identification, transmission, prevention, and treatment of lice. Initiates referrals to school personnel for intervention Coordinate services for lice treatment for families/caregivers and students in the district that need both financial, emotional and physical support Screens students in Kent County for head lice after outbreak is detected Interprets the health status of the students to school personnel Education required: Bachelor’s in Nursing Home Nurse Educator/Consultant: the in-home representative who will visit homes within Kent County to provide education to parents/caregivers and children as well as treatment solutions to control and eliminate a lice outbreak. � Responsibilities include: Teach parents/caregivers and children about the identification, transmission, prevention, and treatment of lice within the home environment Acts as a resource person for each school’s faculty, parents/caregivers, and students within the home environment Coordinate services for lice treatment for families/caregivers and students in the district that need both financial, emotional and physical support Provide in home treatment support after outbreak is detected Education required: Bachelor’s in Nursing
Business Plan Revenues: � School Visits: 300 visits per year $250 per school visit There are 23 school districts within Kent County Over 300 schools within Kent ISD and over 117, 000 students � At-home visits: 500 visits per year $100 per 2 hour visit � State Grants, Federal Grants, and Kent County Community Foundation Donation Expenses: � Position Expenses � Operating/Office Expenses
Lice Lessons: Budget Position Expenses: � President- Full-time position � Director/School Liaison- Full-time position � Includes Benefits, Retirement, and Health Savings Account School & Home Nurse Educator/Consultants- Part-time position Includes Benefits, Retirement, and Health Savings Account Work up to 24 hours per week Requires own transportation to travel between schools and homes within Kent County Operating/Office Expenses: � General office expenses � Rent, utilities, operating equipment, office supplies, mileage stipends Advertising/Marketing Materials for School/Home Visits RID Kits, materials/handouts for presentations
Position Expenses President Lice Lessons Director/School Liaison School/Home Nurse Educator/ Consultant (9 employees) Total Amount Salary/ Hourly Insurance/ Fringe Retirement Health Savings Account $ 59, 360 $ 48, 000 $2, 400 $960 $ 47, 590 $ 37, 000 $8, 000 $1, 850 $740 $ 202, 176 $18/hr -- -- -- Operating/Office Expenses Utilities (Internet, Phone, Electric, Gas, Water, Cleaning) ($1, 000 per month) $ 12, 000 Rent ($2, 500 per month) $ 30, 000 Office Furniture/Computers/Printers/ Phone ($1, 000 per month) $12, 000 Schools District Fee ($250 per school/ 300 visits per year) $ 75, 000 Office Supplies (pens, paper, ink) ($250 per month) $ 3, 000 At-home visit fees ($100 per visit/500 visits per year) $ 50, 000 Materials for events or in-home visits $ 1, 000 State Grants RID Complete Lice Elimination Kit (10, 000 @ $10) $ 100, 000 $ 630 Advertising/Marketing Mileage Stipend ($25 per week per 11 employee) Total Expenses: Revenues $ 100, 000 Federal Grants $ 200, 000 Kent County Community Foundation Annual Donation $ 100, 000 $ 14, 300 $482, 056 Total Revenues: $ 525, 000
Marketing Plan and Strategies Budget and Organizational charts were created as a guide for planning. Plan to advertise in: Grand Rapids Press � MLive � American Journal of Nursing � Craig’s List (free) � Utilize Lice Lessons’ Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter to post job openings Copyright: Lice Lessons
References Centers for Disease Control and Prevention [CDC]. (2015). Parasites-lice. Retrieved from http: //www. cdc. gov/parasites/lice/index. html Devore, C. D. , & Schutze, G. E. (2015). Head lice. Pediatrics, 135(5), 1355 -1365. doi: 10. 1542/peds. 2015 -0746 Head Exam [Online image]. (2016). Retrieved from https: //www. verywell. com/head-lice-inschool-what-to-do-620496 Kent ISD. (2016). Kent ISD FAQ’s. Retrieved from http: //www. kentisd. org/about-kent-isd/faqs/ Lukats Communications. (2011). Head lice statistics. Retrieved from http: //pressreleases. responsesource. com/news/67333/head-lice-statistics-children-losemillion-days-from-school-and/ Michigan Department of Community Health [MDCH]. (2013). Michigan head lice manual. Retrieved from https: //www. michigan. gov/documents/Final_Michigan_Head_Lice_Manual_103750_7. pdf Nix. (2016). Lice tracker. Retrieved from http: //www. nixlice. com/lice-tracker Public Speaker [Online image]. (2016). Retrieved from http: //www. innerquestchurch. org/classes/public-speaking. aspx
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