Amy Williams
Hampstead
Summary
Dedicated Certified School Nurse with extensive experience in student health assessments, medication management, and emergency care. Proven ability to develop health education programs that enhance student well-being and foster effective communication with parents and staff.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified School Nurse
Salem School District
Salem
08.2006 - Current
- Administered student health screenings and maintained accurate health records.
- Partnered with teachers to proactively address student health concerns, enhancing overall student well-being.
- Provided first aid and emergency care in accordance with state regulations.
- Developed and implemented health education programs for students and staff.
- Communicated regularly with parents regarding student health issues and needs.
- Oversaw safe and timely medication distribution to ensure students received necessary treatments.
- Performed immunization reviews for all incoming students to ensure compliance with state laws.
- Assessed student's physical, mental, and emotional health needs in a timely manner.
- Participated in IEP meetings to discuss the impact of a student's medical condition on academic performance.
- Provided first aid training to faculty members and staff.
- Collaborated with parents and guardians regarding their child's healthcare needs.
- Collaborated with school administrators and teachers to create individualized health plans for students with chronic conditions, promoting academic success.
- Maintained accurate records of student health information according to HIPAA regulations.
- Attended professional development seminars related to nursing best practices.
- Provided direct care to ill or injured students, including administering medications prescribed by physicians.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Elliott Hospital
Manchester
09.2001 - 08.2006
- Provided direct nursing care to medical-surgical patients including assessments, treatments, medications and documentation of care.
- Adhered to hospital policies and procedures while providing quality patient centered care.
- Maintained accurate records of all patient interactions, treatments, medications administered and any changes in condition.
- Utilized strong interpersonal communication skills to effectively engage with patients, families, and healthcare professionals.
- Prioritized workloads based on urgency, ensuring timely completion of critical assignments.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining high standards of professional conduct.
- Facilitated orientation for new staff on Medical-Surgical Unit procedures and protocols to enhance team integration.
- Participated in continuing education programs to maintain professional licensure requirements.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Northern Essex Community College
Haverhill, MA05-2021
Skills
- Health assessments
- Student health assessment
- Healthcare planning
- Medication management
- Emergency care
- Special needs care
- Mental health support
- Health education
- Effective communication
- Communication
Timeline
Certified School Nurse
Salem School District
08.2006 - Current
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Elliott Hospital
09.2001 - 08.2006
Associate of Science - Nursing
Northern Essex Community College