Kylie Larsen
Worthington,MN
Summary
Compassionate School Nurse with background in pediatric care and health education. Experience includes providing health screenings, immunizations, and routine care while promoting wellness education among students and staff. Strengths lie in ability to handle medical emergencies, conduct health assessments, manage student's medical conditions and administer medications safely. Skilled at working collaboratively with educational staff, parents and healthcare providers to optimize student's overall health and wellness.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
School Nurse
Harris - Lake Park Community School District
Lake Park, IA
07.2022 - Current
- Reviewed and updated existing protocols for various health-related topics such as allergies or asthma attacks.
- Organized health awareness activities throughout the year such as flu shot clinics.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations involving student health issues.
- Actively participated in developing new strategies for promoting healthy lifestyles among children.
- Instructed classes on nutrition, hygiene, disease prevention, and CPR.
- Implemented school policies related to health and safety of students.
- Provided health services to students, including first aid and administering medication.
- Provided resources and referrals to families concerning community healthcare services.
- Coordinated with outside medical providers regarding student care.
- Participated in meetings with other healthcare professionals to discuss best practices for providing quality care to students.
- Conducted screenings for vision, hearing, growth, and physical development.
- Educated faculty members on recognizing signs of illness in students.
- Maintained accurate records of student health information.
- Developed individualized healthcare plans for students with special needs.
- Advised parents and guardians about their child's health status at school or home.
- Monitored immunization requirements for all enrolled students.
- Collaborated with teachers and other staff members to ensure a safe learning environment for students.
- Coordinated with families, school personnel and healthcare professionals on behalf of students to advocate for healthcare needs and provide medical information to appropriate parties.
- Reported pertinent information to authorities in cases of child endangerment, neglect or abuse.
- Greeted and logged in students arriving at office.
- Communicated with students about feelings, need for assistance or social and emotional support.
- Counseled and educated students in small groups or as individuals concerning medical issues.
- Contacted parents or medical facilities when student condition warranted.
Charge Nurse - Dialysis
Sanford Health
Worthington, MN
04.2012 - 07.2022
- Served as a preceptor for new nurses by providing orientation to unit policies and procedures, coaching on clinical skills, and mentoring on professional development issues.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives to ensure best practice standards were met within the unit setting.
- Ensured that all documentation was completed accurately according to established policies and procedures.
- Ensured compliance with infection control protocols throughout the facility.
- Assisted with admission and discharge planning for assigned patients.
- Responded quickly to emergent situations such as cardiac arrest or respiratory distress.
- Monitored vital signs, medication administration, and fluid balance for assigned patients.
- Delegated tasks appropriately among staff members according to their qualifications.
- Supervised Licensed Practical Nurses and Certified Nursing Assistants.
- Provided direct patient care, including assessments and treatments, to a variety of patients.
- Collaborated with other departments such as pharmacy, laboratory services, physical therapy, to ensure proper delivery of services.
- Provided emotional support for families facing difficult decisions regarding end-of-life care.
- Coordinated communication between physicians and other healthcare professionals regarding patient care.
- Educated patients, caregivers and families on diagnoses, treatment and disease prevention.
- Supported physicians and consultants with tests and procedures.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
USD
Vermillion, SD12-2008
Skills
- Privacy and confidentiality
- Emergency Services Coordination
- Injury Treatment
- Decision-Making
- Student Health Evaluation
- Medication Administration
- Immunization Record Review
- Epipen Administration
Certification
- current MN and IA RN license
- American Red Cross CPR instructor
Timeline
School Nurse
Harris - Lake Park Community School District
07.2022 - Current
Charge Nurse - Dialysis
Sanford Health
04.2012 - 07.2022
Associate of Science - Nursing
USD
- current MN and IA RN license
- American Red Cross CPR instructor
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