Laura Chapman
Richton Park,IL
Summary
Professional Educator Licensed Highly credentialed, detail- oriented Registered Nurse with a Doctorate in Nursing Practice and a specialization in Diabetes Education. Seeking a position as a Adjunct Nursing Instructor. Experienced leader recognized for building strong patient relationships while leveraging excellent teaching skills to achieve successful staff, student, and patient outcomes. Offering 27 years' nursing expertise, strong teaching methodologies and high standards of patient care.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Adjunct Faculty Instructor
Rasmussen University
Mokena, IL
05.2023 - Current
- Committed passionately to student development through hands-on training.
- Guided and supervised nursing students in classroom, lab and clinical learning activities.
- Evaluated students to identify knowledge gaps and conduct thorough assessments.
- Remained current in instructional methods and evidence-based, best practice nursing concepts and impact such concepts place on nursing program students' education.
- Designed personal clinical assignments consistent with student's knowledge base, competency and learning needs.
- Contributed subject matter expertise toward improving overall training program and skills displayed by student nurses.
- Assessed clinical education needs and patient and client teaching needs using various methods.
District School Nurse
Rich Township High School District
Richton Park, IL
08.2019 - Current
- Develop and implement the Asthma Education curriculum for Asthmatic students in the district
- Trained staff on blood borne pathogens and safety procedures
- Evaluated students with health concerns or injuries to develop plan of care or provide reference to appropriate healthcare providers
- Mentored new Nurses to the District
- Administered prescribed medications, address patient symptoms and underlying etiologies
- Monitored infection control procedures to verify facility-wide health and safety
- Assessed and responded to medical emergencies with speed and level-head approach
- Successfully trained staff on Epi-Pen use and allergic reaction emergency procedures and seizure precautions
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues
- Coordinated with families, school personnel and healthcare professionals on behalf of students to advocate for healthcare needs and provide medical information to appropriate parties.
Certified School Nurse
Evergreen Park Community High School
Evergreen Park, IL
08.2017 - 05.2019
- Guided and supervised nursing students in clinical learning activities for community health nursing
- Evaluated students to identify knowledge gaps and conduct thorough assessments
- Designed personal clinical assignments consistent with student's knowledge base, competency and learning needs
- Successfully trained new employees, provided education and mentorship tor new staff and nursing students
- Coordinate flu shot and Meningitis Clinic
- Teach CPR and AED training to Staff and Administration
- Perform Emergency Medical care to staff and students
- Develop curriculum and Teach student Diabetes Management skills
- Develop and Implement Asthma Education Program for students
- Complete State Reports for the Immunization and Hearing and Vision Surveys
Certified School Nurse
Southland College Prep High School, Certified
Richton Park, IL
07.2016 - 07.2017
- Taught staff about various medical conditions
- Developed and implemented health plans for medical fragile students
- Monitored infection control procedures to verify facility-wide health and safety.
- Inventoried and ordered medical or office supplies or equipment.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
- Write 504 plans and educate staff on health conditions
- Managed all aspects of a busy high school health office
- Create and deliver diabetes management curriculum to diabetic students
- Served on the wellness committee and develop a wellness plan for the school
- Created a field trip policy for medication administration
- Developed and implemented the suicide prevention policy
- Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
Certified School Nurse / Preceptor
Oak Forest High School, Saint Xavier University
Oak Forest, IL
07.2013 - 08.2016
- Remain current in instructional methods and evidence-based, best practice nursing concepts and impact such concepts place on nursing program students' education
- Maintained current, accurate records of course enrollment, attendance, and student academic progress
- Contributed subject matter expertise toward improving overall training program and skills displayed by student nurses
- Instructed nursing students how to perform vital sign and physical assessments
- Conduct health history interviews and perform assessments
- Designed and implement health education programs for staff and students
- Administer medication, diabetes management and insulin
- Develop and implement individualized health plans
- Precept nursing students in Community Health Nursing
- Plan and coordinate immunization clinic within the school setting
- Committed passionately to student development through hands-on training.
- Guided and supervised nursing students in classroom and clinical learning activities.
- Evaluated students to identify knowledge gaps and conduct thorough assessments.
- Designed personal clinical assignments consistent with student's knowledge base, competency and learning needs.
- Promoted safe and clean classroom environment conducive to individualized and small group needs.
District Nurse & School Health Administrator
Matteson School District
Matteson, IL
08.2009 - 06.2013
- Supervised and trained district school health service aides and other personnel regarding health service responsibilities, and implementation of school district health service policies and procedures
- Provided diabetes education, including nutrition assessment and counseling to students and their family members
- Created lesson plans and teach classes to parents, teachers, and students
- Developed curriculum and educate staff members on various health conditions such as diabetes and life-threatening food allergies
- Facilitated continuing education seminars for staff
- Developed professional development courses; create exams, and evaluation tools
- Managed health services department for the school district
- Maintained student health records and district health offices data
- Developed individual student health plans and facilitate 504 meetings
Special Education Program Nurse Manager
Southwest Co-op
Oak Forest, IL
08.2005 - 07.2009
- Provide skilled nursing care for the daily health needs of students, assess medical emergencies, administers emergency first aid, medication, and injections
- Develop and implement health plans for medically fragile students, manage and supervise a team of nurses who provide 1:1 nursing care to students, attend IEP meetings to address medical concerns of students
- Educate and train staff on various medical topics such as diabetes, asthma, and epilepsy
- Train staff members in Basic Life Support
- Administer G- tube feedings
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated physicians with observations and concerns.
Skilled Rehabilitation Unit Manager
Rest Haven Nursing Facility
Palos Heights, IL
12.2004 - 02.2006
- Responsible for providing all aspects of nursing care to patients with various medical diagnoses undergoing physical or occupational therapy
- Assessed wounds and rendered treatment to patients
- Instruct adult patients on self-care procedures and techniques.
- Monitored staff performance and provided coaching and formal counseling to staff.
- Trained other nurses on patient care and daily tasks, supporting growth and professional development.
- Improved patient outcomes through peer groups and facilitating continuing education.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
Acute Rehabilitation Charge Nurse
Pinecrest Rehabilitation Hospital, Delray Beach Medical Center
Delray Beach, FL
05.2003 - 07.2004
- Supervised nursing staff on cardiac rehabilitation unit
- Evaluated and assessed patient conditions, carried out prescribed medical treatments and procedures, and managed patient care
- Administer medication, venous and arterial blood draws, IV-line maintenance
- Collaborated with physicians and therapists' multidisciplinary team during conferences.
- Coordinated and performed patient admissions, transfers and discharges.
- Built and maintained strong working relationships between nursing department and other disciplines.
- Educated patients, caregivers and families on diagnoses, treatment and disease prevention.
- Stocked clinical workstations and procedure rooms with necessary supplies.
Certified School Nurse
Dolton School District, Certified
Dolton, IL
05.2000 - 08.2002
- Supervised Registered Nurses and Health Clerks
- Screen for hearing and vision deficits and developmental delays
- Managed daily operations of the health care office, educated students on growth and human development, regulated, and controlled the spread of communicable diseases
- Participated as district representative of an interdisciplinary team for special education students
- Educate staff members on emergency first aid care and blood borne pathogens.
- Contacted parents or medical facilities when student condition warranted.
Certified School Nurse
Kirby School
Tinley Park, IL
08.1998 - 05.2000
- Performed as primary healthcare provider in an Elementary School setting, administering medication daily
- Developed and implemented health plans for medically fragile students
- Administered vaccinations and flu shots to employees
- Completed medical histories and participated in case study meetings
- Performed annual hearing and vision screens on students
- Developed and implemented Emergency Plan
Skilled Rehabilitation Nursing Supervisor
Manor Care Health Services
Palos Heights, IL
01.1997 - 05.1998
- Trained other nurses on patient care and daily tasks, supporting growth, patient safety, and professional development.
- Maintained correct number of staffers to meet budget parameters while promoting high levels of patient care.
- Advised, coached and mentored experienced and student nurses on medical issues, crisis management and appropriate nursing interventions.
- Completed daily rounds of nursing department to verify nursing service personnel performance alignment acceptable nursing standards.
- Managed a 60 bed unit, created assignments and performed evaluations.
- Coordinated and led in-services to facilitate nursing leadership development and career growth.
- Investigated and reported accidents, leveraging new knowledge to improve protections for patients and staff.
Medical/Surgical/Oncology Staff Nurse
Ingalls Memorial Hospital
Harvey, IL
01.1996 - 01.1997
- Provided nursing care to adult patients on medical-surgical, oncology and orthopedic/neurological units
- Prepared medical equipment and provided physician assistance with procedures
- Coordinate patient care, social work referrals, and outpatient treatment
- Coordinated and interpreted radiological scans, EKGs and other diagnostic screenings to diagnose patient conditions.
- Monitored unexpected patient events, interactions or outcomes and recorded incident report in certain situations.
- Maintained aseptic environment to prevent patient infections or other unwanted outcomes.
- Assessed patients using comprehensive evaluation techniques and sound clinical judgment.
- Informed patients, family members and caregivers of physician instructions for post-operative at-home care.
Rehabilitation Staff Nurse
Skilled, Mercy Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center
Homewood, IL
06.1995 - 01.1996
- Performed duties of a Charge Nurse for a 35-bed geriatric unit
- Cared for patients with various medical conditions
- Conducted discharge planning and teaching
- Devised and implemented nursing care plans
- Supervised Certified Nurse Assistants.
Education
Doctor of Nursing Practice Degree - Nursing Leadership
Capella University
01.2022
Master of Science - Diabetes
Education
Capella University
01.2014
Master of Science Degree - Nursing Education
Chamberlain College of Nursing
01.2012
Bachelor of Science Degree - Nursing
The Pennsylvania State University
01.1995
Skills
- Experience with software programs: Microsoft word, Power Point, Excel and Outlook
- Experience with MedTech, Blackboard, and Canvas
- Curriculum Development
- Decision Making
- Effective student nurse training
- Mentoring
- Excellent Verbal and Written Communication Skills
- Leadership Abilities
- Critical Thinking Skills
- Organizational Skills
Certification
- State of Illinois Registered Nurse License
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Provider (CPR) - American Heart Association
- Certified Vision and Hearing Screening Technician- Illinois Department of Public Health
- Professional Educator License -Certified School Nurse -Type 73 Certificate – University of Illinois at Chicago
Affiliations
- Sigma Theta Tau Honor Society of Nursing Member 2011 – Present
- The National Society of Leadership and Success- 2021- Present
- Illinois Association of School Nurses 2000-Present
- National Association of School Nurses 2000- Present
- American Nurses Association- 2006- Present
Community Service
- Victory Thunderette Cheerleading Coach 2016-2020
- Matteson Youth Athletic Association Cheerleading Coach 2008-2010
- Youth Baseball Association of Richton Park, Director of Team Moms 2009- 2014
- New Life Christian Fellowship, Sunday School Teacher 2007-2011
- New Life Christian Fellowship, Hospitality Committee 2006-2011
- Twenty Pearls Foundation Board of Director 2021- Present
- Girl Scout Troop Leader- 2014-2019
References
References available upon request
Timeline
Adjunct Faculty Instructor
Rasmussen University
05.2023 - Current
District School Nurse
Rich Township High School District
08.2019 - Current
Certified School Nurse
Evergreen Park Community High School
08.2017 - 05.2019
Certified School Nurse
Southland College Prep High School, Certified
07.2016 - 07.2017
Certified School Nurse / Preceptor
Oak Forest High School, Saint Xavier University
07.2013 - 08.2016
District Nurse & School Health Administrator
Matteson School District
08.2009 - 06.2013
Special Education Program Nurse Manager
Southwest Co-op
08.2005 - 07.2009
Skilled Rehabilitation Unit Manager
Rest Haven Nursing Facility
12.2004 - 02.2006
Acute Rehabilitation Charge Nurse
Pinecrest Rehabilitation Hospital, Delray Beach Medical Center
05.2003 - 07.2004
Certified School Nurse
Dolton School District, Certified
05.2000 - 08.2002
Certified School Nurse
Kirby School
08.1998 - 05.2000
Skilled Rehabilitation Nursing Supervisor
Manor Care Health Services
01.1997 - 05.1998
Medical/Surgical/Oncology Staff Nurse
Ingalls Memorial Hospital
01.1996 - 01.1997
Rehabilitation Staff Nurse
Skilled, Mercy Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center
06.1995 - 01.1996
Doctor of Nursing Practice Degree - Nursing Leadership
Capella University
Master of Science - Diabetes
Education
Capella University
Master of Science Degree - Nursing Education
Chamberlain College of Nursing
Bachelor of Science Degree - Nursing
The Pennsylvania State University
- State of Illinois Registered Nurse License
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Provider (CPR) - American Heart Association
- Certified Vision and Hearing Screening Technician- Illinois Department of Public Health
- Professional Educator License -Certified School Nurse -Type 73 Certificate – University of Illinois at Chicago
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