JENNIFER FISHER MSN RN PEL-CSN
Lemont
Summary
Conscientious school nurse with an aptitude for coordinating parents, faculty and healthcare professionals to ensure a complete system of care for students. Educated in public health and familiar with health and safety compliance. Offering several years of experience and outstanding administrative skills.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead School Nurse
Will County School District 92
Lockport
08.2018 - Current
- Lead and coordinate health services for the district, ensuring compliance with Illinois School Code, state health mandates, and district policies.
- Provide comprehensive nursing care to junior high students, addressing acute illnesses, injuries, and chronic health conditions.
- Develop, implement, and evaluate Individualized Healthcare Plans (IHPs), Emergency Action Plans (EAPs), and medication administration procedures.
- Coordinate care for students with asthma, diabetes, seizure disorders, severe allergies, and other complex medical needs.
- Monitor immunization compliance, health examinations, vision screenings, and required state health documentation.
- Collaborate with administrators, teachers, counselors, parents, physicians, and community agencies to improve student health outcomes and academic success.
- Created and implemented a monthly health newsletter distributed to more than 450 families, providing education on wellness, mental health, immunizations, and preventive healthcare.
- Maintain confidential electronic health records in compliance with FERPA, HIPAA, and district regulations.
- Provide emergency response, staff education, and leadership for school health and safety initiatives.
Staff Nurse (PRN)
Dupage Pediatrics
Illinois
03.2017 - Current
- Provide pediatric nursing care for infants, children, and adolescents in a busy outpatient pediatric practice.
- Administer immunizations, medications, and treatments in accordance with current pediatric standards of care.
- Conduct patient assessments, obtain health histories, and assist providers during examinations and procedures.
- Perform telephone triage and provide clinical guidance and education to patients and families.
- Educate families regarding disease prevention, medication administration, immunizations, and wellness promotion.
- Maintain accurate electronic medical records and ensure patient confidentiality.
- Collaborate with physicians, nurse practitioners, and interdisciplinary healthcare team members to deliver high-quality patient care.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing
Lewis University
Romeoville, Illinois12.2024
Certified School Nurse Program -
University of Illinois Chicago
Chicago, Illinois12.2019
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Illinois State University
Normal, Illinois12.2018
Associate Degree - Nursing
Joliet Junior College
Joliet, Illinois12.2016
Skills
- School Nursing
- Pediatric Nursing
- Health Assessments
- Care Coordination
- Chronic Disease Management
- Emergency Response
- Immunization Compliance
- Health Education
- Electronic Health Records
- FERPA & HIPAA Compliance
- Case Management
- Parent Communication
- Student Wellness Programs
- Leadership
- Collaboration
Certification
- Illinois Registered Nurse License
- Professional Educator License (PEL) - School Nurse Endorsement
- Certified School Nurse (CSN)
- Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR)
Timeline
Lead School Nurse
Will County School District 92
08.2018 - Current
Staff Nurse (PRN)
Dupage Pediatrics
03.2017 - Current
Master of Science - Nursing
Lewis University
Certified School Nurse Program -
University of Illinois Chicago
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Illinois State University
Associate Degree - Nursing
Joliet Junior College