Dedicated health services manager with a focus on planning and executing student health programs. Proven ability to enhance health literacy and access to resources through effective staff development and community education initiatives.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Student Services Health Manager
Waukee Community School District
08.2024 - Current
Facilitated and oversaw student health programs, ensuring alignment with health standards and student needs
Supported health education initiatives for students, families, and communities, enhancing awareness and access to health resources
Supervise, evaluate, audit, and guide the nursing staff and health services program.
Assisted with providing health services to students.
Hiring and onboarding school nurses and health associates and recommending building school nurse assignments including substitute nurses.
Elementary Lead Nurse
Waukee Community School District
08.2021 - 08.2024
Developed and conducted in-service training for school nurses, enhancing their skills and knowledge to improve student health outcomes.
Collaborated with HR and Student Services Director to address school health services needs, facilitating effective support for students and staff.
Created continuity of documentation for nurses across the district, ensuring consistency in health records and communication.
Assists in hiring and training of new school nurses.
School Nurse-Brookview
Waukee Community School District
08.2017 - 08.2024
Provided skilled nursing assessments and care for students, including those with special needs, facilitating necessary nursing procedures.
Liaised among students, families, and health care providers to promote seamless continuity of care within the school environment.
Collaborated with administration and staff on communicable diseases, infection control, and health and safety matters, ensuring effective implementation of health-related plans.
Registered Nurse
MercyOne Des Moines Medical Center
01.2003 - 08.2017
Coronary Care Unit: Cared for critically ill cardiac patients
Cardiac Cath Lab: Assisted patients during life-threatening cardiac events in the Cath Lab
Iowa Heart Center Research: Worked with various cardiac research studies to improve patient quality of life
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT
09-2021
Associate of Science - Nursing
Mercy College of Health Sciences
Des Moines, IA
01-2002
Skills
Patient care management
Nursing staff development
Advocate for nursing staff
Strong leadership skills
Innovation and adaptability
Extensive knowledge of nursing profession
Teamwork promotion
Compassionate
Certification
Registered Nurse in Iowa, License number 108465 Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification since 2003 BLS Instructor IBOEE Nurse Certificate-Statement of Professional Recognition Level One Investigator