CHELSI ALLARD
Milton
Summary
Focused and friendly School Nurse offering years of experience providing care to students age four (Transitional Kindergarten) to 11 years old (fifth grade). Known professionally for working effectively within Tahoma School District to develop innovative public and health and safety initiatives. Exemplary organization and administrative skills.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
LPN School Nurse
Tahoma School District
08.2018 - Current
- Collaborated under direct supervision of the District Nurse Coordinator, registered nurse, evaluating and implementing care to students; assist in creating and maintained individual health care plans and performed related tasks associated with student care and activities of daily living.
- Daily tasks include, not limited to: performance of blood glucose monitoring, insulin administration, administration of daily medications, including rescue emergency medications; and gastrostomy feedings.
- Oversight of immunization records using WAIIS, ensuring compliance.
- Performance of annual hearing and vision screening.
- Provided compassionate nursing care to students with acute and chronic medical conditions, ensuring their safety and wellbeing.
- Maintained accurate medical records for all students, ensuring compliance with state regulations and confidentiality requirements. Completion of incident/injury reports when indicated.
- Collaborated relevant training sessions to faculty and staff on topics such as first aid, CPR, and common childhood illnesses.
- Collaborated with teachers and staff to accommodate students' special needs to promote a healthy learning environment.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Multicare Health Systems
03.2008 - 08.2018
- Work at a family practice as a primary licensed practical nurse for one provider.
- Daily duties include, but are not limited to:
- Assist with skin biopsies and colonoscopies
- Catheterization
- Wound irrigation
- Electrocardiograms
- Guaiac tests
- Assemble and maintain a sterile field
- Administer injectable and oral vaccines
- Administer injectable antibiotics
- Blood glucose testing and patient instruction.
- Experience using electronic medical records through Epic.
- Responsible for all Health Department vaccines throughout the clinic.
- Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
Substitute School Nurse; Substitute Para-educator
Tahoma School District
09.2006 - 06.2007
- As a substitute school nurse I was responsible for responding to the needs of children as they arrived. I also passed out medications, including the administration of insulin.
- As a substitute para-educator, I worked with small groups and one-on-one with special needs students ranging in age from 7 to 15.
Receptionist/Medical Transcriptionist
Pinnacle Physical Therapy
05.2006 - 04.2007
- Answered main phone line, completed filing duties, verified insurance benefits, cleaned the office, and performed various other general administrative duties.
- Completed medical transcription duties.
Physical Therapist Aide/Receptionist/Medical Transcriptionist
Maple Valley Physical Therapy
07.2001 - 04.2006
- Worked one-on-one with patients to instruct on exercises.
- Performed ultrasounds.
- Set up patients for electrical stimulation procedures.
- Cleaned the office and patient rooms.
- Answered main phone line and completed filing duties.
- Verified insurance benefits and completed insurance billing duties.
- Completed medical transcription duties.
Education
Associate of Applied Science Degree - Licensed Practical Nurse
Renton Technical College
Renton, WA08.2007
Skills
- First Aid trained and certified in CPR and HIV
- Fast learner, team player, and enjoy working in fast-paced environments
- Parent communication
- Special needs care, health education, allergy management
- Verbal and written communication, EMS charting
- Decision-making and time management
- Privacy and confidentiality
- Teamwork and collaboration
Timeline
LPN School Nurse
Tahoma School District
08.2018 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse
Multicare Health Systems
03.2008 - 08.2018
Substitute School Nurse; Substitute Para-educator
Tahoma School District
09.2006 - 06.2007
Receptionist/Medical Transcriptionist
Pinnacle Physical Therapy
05.2006 - 04.2007
Physical Therapist Aide/Receptionist/Medical Transcriptionist
Maple Valley Physical Therapy
07.2001 - 04.2006
Associate of Applied Science Degree - Licensed Practical Nurse
Renton Technical College
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