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Laura Lester

Summary

Dynamic and dedicated School Nurse with extensive experience at Hurst Euless Bedford ISD, adept at developing individualized healthcare plans and promoting health education. Recognized for effectively managing immunization compliance and fostering strong relationships with interdisciplinary teams to enhance student wellness. Committed to acute illness recognition and maintaining privacy and confidentiality.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

School Nurse

Hurst Euless Bedford ISD
08.2009 - Current
  • 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.
  • 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.

Resource Room K-8th and K-3rd Health Teacher

Harmony Science Academy Fort Worth
08.2008 - 05.2009
  • Collaborated with fellow teachers to develop interdisciplinary lesson plans that enriched students'' understanding of health topics within various contexts.
  • Fostered strong relationships between schools and local healthcare providers, arranging guest speakers and field trips for students to gain real-world insights into the field of healthcare.
  • Developed effective classroom management strategies to maintain focus and minimize disruptions during instruction.
  • Implemented evidence-based teaching methods to support diverse learners, including those with special needs or learning disabilities.
  • Evaluated student performance through ongoing assessments, providing constructive feedback to help them reach their full potential.
  • Organized extracurricular activities related to health education, such as wellness fairs or community service projects, fostering a sense of civic responsibility among students.

School Nurse

Harmony Science Academy Fort Worth
08.2007 - 05.2008
  • 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.
  • Administered medication to students as prescribed by physicians to provide necessary treatment and manage health conditions.
  • Assessed students'' physical and emotional well-being during daily clinic visits, providing appropriate care or referrals as needed.
  • Coordinated and managed Mobile Dentist program for HSA.
  • Conducted vision, hearing, spinal and Acanthosis Nigricans screening.

Education

Texas Educator Certificate - Generalist EC-4th And Special Education EC-12th

ESC Region 11-Educator Preparation Program
Fort Worth
05-2009

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

TCU
Fort Worth
05-2006

Skills

  • Immunization record review
  • Health screening
  • Individualized healthcare plans
  • Acute illness recognition
  • Health education promotion
  • Medication administration
  • Privacy and confidentiality

Certification

  • Registered Nurse License (RN) - State Board of Nursing.

Timeline

School Nurse

Hurst Euless Bedford ISD
08.2009 - Current

Resource Room K-8th and K-3rd Health Teacher

Harmony Science Academy Fort Worth
08.2008 - 05.2009

School Nurse

Harmony Science Academy Fort Worth
08.2007 - 05.2008

Texas Educator Certificate - Generalist EC-4th And Special Education EC-12th

ESC Region 11-Educator Preparation Program

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

TCU

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