Kim Cummins
Springfield,IL
Summary
- Dedicated registered nurse with extensive experience in healthcare and education, emphasizing a holistic approach to patient care. Proven track record in collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to enhance engagement and drive productivity. Exceptional communication skills foster clear interactions with patients and families, leading to improved health outcomes. Committed to continuous learning and adaptability within dynamic healthcare environments.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Wellness and Student Care
Illinois State Board of Education
Springfield, IL
03.2019 - 11.2024
- Directed programming focused on comprehensive child wellness.
- Amplified collaborative efforts with effective communication strategies.
- Developed comprehensive project plans covering timelines, goals, budgets, staffing needs and other requirements.
- Worked alongside regulatory bodies to uphold conformity with regulations and guidelines.
- Partnered with senior leadership to establish long-term goals for the agency.
Registered Nurse
Capital Area Career Center
Springfield , IL
08.2013 - 02.2019
- Conducted classroom lectures, laboratory activities, and demonstration sessions to teach CNA content.
- Assessed clinical education needs and patient and client teaching needs using various methods.
- Encouraged critical thinking among students to promote problem solving skills related to nursing practices.
- Assessed learning needs of students based on individual abilities and disabilities.
- Built life-long learning skills and strong study habits in students to help each prepare for higher-level education.
- Served as a mentor for newly hired adjunct faculty members in the CNA program.
- Actively participated in professional organizations related to Certified Nursing Assistants.
- Served on rapid response team for student/staff health-related concerns.
Principal
St. Patrick Catholic Elementary School
Springfield, IL
05.2011 - 08.2013
- Cultivated strong relationships with parents, students and members of the community to ensure a safe learning environment.
- Oversaw the day-to-day work of classroom teachers, staff, and school personnel to expertly serve students' needs.
- Oversaw afterschool programs and monitored activities for safe and encouraging learning environment.
- Informed students and parents of policies and procedures regarding student behavior and disciplinary actions.
- Responsible for health services in the absence of licensed personnel.
Registered Nurse (Paid and Volunteer Services)
Various School Districts
, IL
08.2000 - 05.2011
- Provided direct health care services to students involving triage, evaluation, and first aid care for illness and injury.
- Maintained accurate records of student health information.
- Administered oral and topical medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Coordinated with families, school personnel and healthcare professionals on behalf of students to advocate for healthcare needs and provide medical information to appropriate parties.
- Conducted screenings for vision, hearing, growth, and physical development
- Instructed classes on nutrition, hygiene, and disease prevention.
- Educated faculty members on recognizing signs of illness in students.
- Supply extra information upon inquiry.
Classroom Teacher
Various School Districts
, IL
08.2000 - 05.2011
- Designed instructional plans and curated resources for positive educational outcomes.
- Designed and implemented interactive child-centered curriculum fostering engagement and active participation.
- Tailored educational approaches to enhance engagement across diverse student abilities.
- Worked alongside experts to formulate detailed educational programs for at-risk and special needs students.
- Implemented behavior management strategies to maintain classroom discipline.
- Held conferences with parents to address questions, discuss academic progress and encourage learning goals.
- Additional information available upon request.
Registered Nurse: Director of Health Services
North Callaway R-1 School District
Kingdom City, MO
08.1998 - 08.2000
- Utilized effective decision-making strategies in nursing practice within educational environments.
- Coordinated administration of student medications in compliance with physician directives.
- Worked with school staff to foster a healthy learning environment.
- Collaborated with local public health authorities to maintain compliance with state regulations in student healthcare.
- Monitored immunization records and ensured compliance with state regulations.
- Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
- Assisted in developing IEPs for students with special needs related to their healthcare requirements.
- Coordinated with families, school personnel and healthcare professionals on behalf of students to advocate for healthcare needs and provide medical information to appropriate parties.
- Supported teachers by providing information about common childhood illnesses, allergies.
- Conducted classroom health education lessons on topics such as nutrition, hygiene, substance abuse prevention, growth and development.
Registered Nurse: Assistant Director of Nursing
Gamma Road Lodge
Wellsville, MO
05.1993 - 08.1998
- Recruited, hired and trained new medical and facility staff.
- Built work schedules and staff assignments, taking workload, space and equipment availability into consideration.
- Served as the point of contact for Medicare nursing, and the Minimum Data Set (MDS) process.
- Responded promptly to inquiries from physicians, families, staff members, and other healthcare professionals.
- Served as a long-term care case manager to assist individuals and families on health-related placement decisions.
- Maintained communication and transparency with governing boards, department heads and medical staff.
Education
Master of Arts - Education
University of Missouri
Columbia, MO12-2006
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Missouri
Columbia, MO05-1993
Bachelor of Arts - Education
Mid America Nazarene University
Olathe, KS05-1986
Skills
- Empathetic
- Sensitive to Diversity
- Patient and care planning
- Excellent communication skills
- Collaborative
- Resilient and responsive to change
- Professional
Timeline
Director of Wellness and Student Care
Illinois State Board of Education
03.2019 - 11.2024
Registered Nurse
Capital Area Career Center
08.2013 - 02.2019
Principal
St. Patrick Catholic Elementary School
05.2011 - 08.2013
Registered Nurse (Paid and Volunteer Services)
Various School Districts
08.2000 - 05.2011
Classroom Teacher
Various School Districts
08.2000 - 05.2011
Registered Nurse: Director of Health Services
North Callaway R-1 School District
08.1998 - 08.2000
Registered Nurse: Assistant Director of Nursing
Gamma Road Lodge
05.1993 - 08.1998
Master of Arts - Education
University of Missouri
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Missouri
Bachelor of Arts - Education
Mid America Nazarene University
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