Compassionate, detail-oriented team player with strong interpersonal communication skills. Ability to collaborate within a diverse population among staff, students, and families.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified School Nurse
Plainfield School District 202
01.2020 - Current
Participate in IEP, 504, MTSS and Child Find meetings, offering valuable input on accommodations necessary for student success within the school setting.
Offer exceptional care and support to students with chronic health conditions while in the school setting.
Serve as liaison between families, school personnel, and other healthcare providers on behalf of students.
Liaise with community resources to ensure continuity of care for students requiring additional support services.
Mentor new school nurses, sharing best practices and fostering a positive, collaborative work environment.
Participate in development of school safety plans and individual health care plans to address areas of concern.
Manage time efficiently in order to complete tasks within deadlines.
School Nurse
Minooka Community High School
07.2017 - 01.2020
Developed effective communication channels between school staff, parents, and healthcare providers to facilitate information sharing and coordinated care efforts.
Ensured compliance with state regulations regarding immunizations, medication administration, and other pertinent aspects of school health services delivery.
Assessed student health and identified potential health concerns to provide appropriate care, including annual hearing & vision screenings as mandated.
Provided high-quality care to students by staying current with evidence-based nursing practices and relevant guidelines.
Cultivated a supportive environment where students felt comfortable seeking guidance on health-related concerns or questions.
Administered medication to students as prescribed by physicians to provide necessary treatment and manage health conditions during the school day.
Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
School Nurse
Minooka Junior High School
04.2016 - 07.2017
Administered medication to students as prescribed by physicians to provide necessary treatment and manage health conditions during the school day.
Managed immunization compliance within the school population to prevent the spread of communicable diseases.
Provided nursing assessment, intervention and detailed documentation of student complaints.
Home Health Nurse Case Manager
Presence Home Care
06.2015 - 04.2016
Pediatric/Medical Surgical Registered Nurse
Silver Cross Hospital
08.2006 - 06.2015
Orthopedic Clinic Nurse
Dupage Medical Group
07.2000 - 02.2006
RN Floor Nurse
Loyola University Medical Center
02.1998 - 07.2000
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Lewis University
Romeoville, IL
12.1998
No Degree - School Nurse Graduate Certificate Program
Illinois State University
Normal, IL
12.2021
Skills
IDPH Certified Hearing and Vision Technician
Certified in CPR/AED
Staff Training in Asthma and Seizure Care
Case Management
Stop the Bleed Trainer
Youth Mental Health First Aid training
Timeline
Certified School Nurse
Plainfield School District 202
01.2020 - Current
School Nurse
Minooka Community High School
07.2017 - 01.2020
School Nurse
Minooka Junior High School
04.2016 - 07.2017
Home Health Nurse Case Manager
Presence Home Care
06.2015 - 04.2016
Pediatric/Medical Surgical Registered Nurse
Silver Cross Hospital
08.2006 - 06.2015
Orthopedic Clinic Nurse
Dupage Medical Group
07.2000 - 02.2006
RN Floor Nurse
Loyola University Medical Center
02.1998 - 07.2000
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Lewis University
No Degree - School Nurse Graduate Certificate Program
Learning Behavior Specialist (LBS1) at Plainfield Consolidated School District 202,Learning Behavior Specialist (LBS1) at Plainfield Consolidated School District 202,