I am a retired RN having worked for 39 years in my field. I loved the ability to challenge myself in areas of nursing that weren't necessarily in society's highest regard. The individuals I met through my career made me appreciate the life I am blessed to live. My last position was the most satisfying 4 years of my career~ being a Camden Elementary school nurse!  There, I was introduced to the raw truth of caring for many children who lived in poverty.  This was a big adjustment for me, having lived as the eldest of five children in a family who never had the experience of coming to school hungry or be properly clothed for each season. My nursing position unraveled to include helping children with clothing and shoes as well as utilizing our skills such as providing Diabetic treatment or providing enteral nutrition to a child who was unable to swallow effectively. In a school system, the nurse needs to look beyond the "obvious complaint" of the child to understand why and how the nurse can help their student.