KELLI A O'KEEFE
Wall Township,NJ
Summary
Compassionate Certified School Nurse with solid foundation in school healthcare and student wellness. Successfully managed health programs and provided critical support to students, enhancing their well-being and academic performance. Demonstrated expertise in emergency response and chronic condition management.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified School Nurse
Red Bank Charter School
01.2024 - Current
- Participated in IEP and 504 plan meetings, offering valuable input on accommodations necessary for student success within the school setting.
- Reduced absenteeism by identifying and addressing major health concerns affecting student attendance.
- Strengthened partnerships between school, families, and community resources to address diverse student health needs effectively.
- Ensured compliance with federal, state, and local regulations by maintaining accurate health records and documentation for all students.
School Nurse
College Achieve Central Charter School
09.2022 - 12.2023
- Served as liaison between families, school personnel, and other healthcare providers on behalf of students.
- Assessed students'' physical and emotional well-being during daily clinic visits, providing appropriate care or referrals as needed.
- Screened for infectious diseases to help prevent spreading within school community.
- Assessed student health and identified potential health concerns to provide appropriate care.
- Contributed to a positive school climate by serving as a resource for staff members on matters related to physical and mental wellness.
- Coordinated vision, hearing, dental screenings annually ensuring timely detection and referral of potential conditions impacting educational performance.
School Nurse
Bradley Beach Elementary School
09.2016 - 06.2022
- Administered medication to students as prescribed by physicians to provide necessary treatment and manage health conditions.
- Monitored ongoing medical conditions such as asthma or diabetes, adjusting care plans accordingly to maintain optimal student wellness levels.
- Supported students with special needs by coordinating individualized healthcare plans and working closely with the interdisciplinary team.
- Managed immunization compliance within the school population to prevent the spread of communicable diseases.
Education
School Nurse Certification
New Jersey City University
Jersey City, NJ12-2013
Associate of Science - Registered Nurse
Brookdale Community College
Lincroft, NJ06-2006
Bachelor of Science - Mamagement Science
Kean University
Union, NJ06-1990
Skills
- Emergency care
- Mental health support
- Health promotion
- Individualized healthcare plans
- Diabetes management
- Confidentiality practices
- Health education
- Allergy management
- Epilepsy management
- Collaboration with staff
- Health assessment
- Immunization tracking
- Vision and hearing screening
- Growth monitoring
- Immunization record review
- Acute illness recognition
Timeline
Certified School Nurse
Red Bank Charter School
01.2024 - Current
School Nurse
College Achieve Central Charter School
09.2022 - 12.2023
School Nurse
Bradley Beach Elementary School
09.2016 - 06.2022
School Nurse Certification
New Jersey City University
Associate of Science - Registered Nurse
Brookdale Community College
Bachelor of Science - Mamagement Science
Kean University
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