Davia' Burns
St.Louis,MO
Summary
Dedicated and reliable Registered Nurse with a proven track record of delivering exceptional patient care and maintaining meticulous charting standards. Demonstrates strong leadership abilities in providing school-based healthcare that adheres to state regulations and district policies within a collaborative team environment. Skilled in managing challenging or traumatic situations with professionalism and courtesy, ensuring the highest level of care for patients across diverse healthcare settings. Committed to combining technical expertise with compassion to enhance patient outcomes and support colleagues effectively.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
RN School Nurse
Jennings School District/ Amergis
08.2025 - Current
- Administered medications and treatments following established protocols to ensure patient safety and care quality.
- Monitored patient conditions, documenting changes in vital signs and symptoms to inform treatment adjustments.
- Implemented infection control measures, enhancing overall patient safety within the healthcare environment.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- School-based health assessment & triage
- Chronic condition management (asthma, diabetes, seizures, severe allergies)
- Emergency response & crisis intervention (EpiPen, glucagon, CPR/AED)
- Special education health services (IEPs, 504 Plans)
- Vision, hearing, scoliosis & mandated screenings
LPN School Nurse
Ferguson-Florissant School District/Maxim
09.2022 - 05.2025
- Trained staff on emergency procedures and protocols to enhance school safety initiatives.
- Conducted health assessments to identify student health needs and concerns.
- Developed individualized healthcare plans for students with chronic conditions.
- Provided first aid and emergency care in response to student injuries or illnesses.
- Maintained accurate health records and documentation for compliance with regulations.
- Immunization compliance reports & audits
- Led health-related trainings for staff
- Played a key role in minimizing the spread of communicable diseases through prompt identification and appropriate management of suspected cases.
- Mentored/ precepted junior and new nursing staff members, fostering professional growth and skill development through targeted coaching and feedback sessions.
- Provided leadership and clinical oversight for school health services across multiple campuses
CMT/ Licensed Practical Nurse
Friendship Village Chesterfield
11.2020 - 09.2022
- Interview patients to obtain medical /personal information, vitals, weights, and height measurements
- Assisted patients with bathing, dressing, hygiene, grooming, and feeding.
- Partnered with a team of nurses to achieve overall well- beings of all patients
- Copied, logged and faxed supporting documentation
- Implemented infection control procedures, ensuring safety standards were met consistently.
- Mentored junior nursing staff, fostering skill development and teamwork.
- Maintained a safe and therapeutic environment for patients through effective risk assessment and crisis intervention strategies.
- Delivered culturally competent care that respected diverse patient populations'' unique values, beliefs, and traditions.
Certified Medication Technician
Quarter Of Des Peres
12.2018 - 11.2020
Certified Nurse Assistant
Lutheran Senior Services
01.2016 - 12.2018
Certified Nurse Assistant/Certified Medical Technician
LSS Hidden Lake/ Aperion Care
06.2012 - 04.2018
Education
Certified Nurse Assistant - Nursing
North Technical High School
St Louis, MO05-2012
High School Diploma -
MCcluer North High School
705 Waterford Dr. St. Louis, MO 630332012
Certified Medication Technician / IV Certification - Nursing
Made Whole Health Technologies
St Louis, MO11-2013
Licensed Practical Nurse/ IV Certification - Nursing
Applied Technologies STL
St Louis, MO08-2018
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
St. Charles Community College
Cottleville, MO12-2024
Skills
- Efficient and reliable team player
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Enthusiastic and self-motivated
- Outstanding time management
- Ensured compliance with state school health regulations, district policies, and nursing standards
- Maintained legally sound documentation to reduce risk and support audits
- Medication Administration, vital signs and patient monitoring
- Maintained accurate electronic health records in compliance with FERPA and HIPAA requirements
- Mentored and supported school nurses and health aides, ensuring safe practice and adherence to protocols
- Assisted with onboarding and training of newly hired nursing staff
- Led emergency health response for medical crises including anaphylaxis, diabetic emergencies, and seizures
- Supported development and implementation of school emergency and safety protocols
Certification
- Insulin Certified
- CPR
- IV Certified
Timeline
RN School Nurse
Jennings School District/ Amergis
08.2025 - Current
LPN School Nurse
Ferguson-Florissant School District/Maxim
09.2022 - 05.2025
CMT/ Licensed Practical Nurse
Friendship Village Chesterfield
11.2020 - 09.2022
Certified Medication Technician
Quarter Of Des Peres
12.2018 - 11.2020
Certified Nurse Assistant
Lutheran Senior Services
01.2016 - 12.2018
Certified Nurse Assistant/Certified Medical Technician
LSS Hidden Lake/ Aperion Care
06.2012 - 04.2018
High School Diploma -
MCcluer North High School
Certified Nurse Assistant - Nursing
North Technical High School
Certified Medication Technician / IV Certification - Nursing
Made Whole Health Technologies
Licensed Practical Nurse/ IV Certification - Nursing
Applied Technologies STL
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
St. Charles Community College