CHRISTINA HARSY
Du Quoin,Illinois
Summary
Highly qualified School Nurse with 28 years of nursing experience and exceptional attention to detail. Skilled in effectively coordinating faculty, parents, and healthcare providers to ensure comprehensive care for students. Experienced in both school, hospital, and clinic settings, with a passion for working with people and providing quality care. Seeking a rewarding career that aligns with a desire for quality care, a healthy work environment, appreciation from administration, and work-life balance.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
School Nurse/Instructor
DUQUOIN HIGH SCHOOL
09.2023 - Current
- Assessed sick and injured children to provide on-the-spot first aid treatment
- Collaborated with teachers, administrators and other school personnel to ensure proper care for students' health-related needs
- Provided first aid treatments for minor injuries sustained during recess or sports activities
- Performed hearing and vision screenings
- Instructor for health occupations courses and CNA courses
- Medication administration.
- Developed care plans and made referrals as necessary for students with health concerns or injuries.
- First line of communication for students following concussion protocol
- Provided support to students with special needs and disabilities to deliver appropriate care and meet educational needs.
School Nurse
TRI-COUNTY SPECIAL EDUCATION
08.2018 - 09.2023
- Provided first aid treatments for minor injuries sustained during recess or sports activities
- Assessed sick and injured children to provide on-the-spot first aid treatment
- Communicated regularly with parents regarding their child's health status and any changes in care plan
- Participated in IEP meetings
- Gathered health histories for student's IEP meetings
- Administered medications
- Performed hearing and vision screenings.
- Developed guidelines and monitored Covid Testing and follow up during peak pandemic.
Medical Hospital Nurse
HERRIN HOSPITAL
08.2017 - 01.2019
- Applied effective communication techniques when interacting with patients and families
- Demonstrated the ability to work independently as well as part of a team environment
- Assisted in providing patient care, including administering medications, treatments and performing diagnostic tests.
School Nurse
DUQUOIN SCHOOLS
01.2008 - 09.2017
- Provided first aid treatments for minor injuries sustained during recess or sports activities
- Assessed sick and injured children to provide on-the-spot first aid treatment
- Communicated regularly with parents regarding their child's health status and any changes in care plan.
- Participated in development of school safety plans to address areas of concern.
- Developed care plans and made referrals as necessary for students with health concerns or injuries.
- Served as liaison between families, school personnel, and other healthcare providers on behalf of students.
- Maintained upkeep on defibrillators, blood pressure monitors and first aid kits to keep resources in working condition for emergencies.
- Daily medication administration
- Performed and managed hearing and vision screenings for Pre-k to 12th grade students. Made referrals as necessary.
Clinic Nurse
Shawnee Health Center
04.2001 - 01.2008
- Roomed patients to see the doctor
- Obtained history and vital signs
- Provided immunizations
- Managed multiple tasks while providing timely, high quality patient care
- Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment
- Completed OB workup on obstetric patients
- Completed EKG's and other tests as necessary
- Assisted doctor with procedures.
- Partnered with support technicians, nursing staff and social workers to coordinate services.
- Built meaningful relationships with patients and families for optimal care.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Assisted DON with scheduling and administration while on leave
- Ordered immunizations from IDPH
Education
BSN in Nursing -
Chamberlain College of Nursing
05.2016
ADN in Nursing - undefined
John A. Logan College
05.1996
Skills
- Injury Treatment
- First Aid
- CPR trainer-Certified
- Hearing and Vision Certified
- BLS Certified
- ACLS Current
- Train the Trainer Certified-teach CNA students
References
- Kaila Tyner, Academic Adviser, U Of I Champaign, Friend, (618) 559-4350, kailatyner@gmail.com
- Ashley Cook, RN School Nurse, DuQuoin Schools, Co-Worker, (618) 559-0277, acook@duquoinschools.org
Timeline
School Nurse/Instructor
DUQUOIN HIGH SCHOOL
09.2023 - Current
School Nurse
TRI-COUNTY SPECIAL EDUCATION
08.2018 - 09.2023
Medical Hospital Nurse
HERRIN HOSPITAL
08.2017 - 01.2019
School Nurse
DUQUOIN SCHOOLS
01.2008 - 09.2017
Clinic Nurse
Shawnee Health Center
04.2001 - 01.2008
BSN in Nursing -
Chamberlain College of Nursing
ADN in Nursing - undefined
John A. Logan College
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