Lauren Montgomery
Tifton,Georgia
Summary
Public health professional with strong background in school nursing and commitment to health education and disease prevention. Proven ability to collaborate with teams, adapt to changing needs, and deliver results in high-pressure environments. Skilled in patient care, health assessments, and emergency response, with focus on fostering safe and healthy school environment. Known for reliability, empathy, and effective communication.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
School Nurse Floater
Tift County Board Of Education
07.2024 - 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.
- Served as a resource for faculty and staff by providing training on first aid, CPR, and other health-related topics.
- Maintained upkeep on defibrillators, blood pressure monitors and first aid kits to keep resources in working condition for emergencies.
- Assisted in the development of school policies that promote a positive and safe learning environment for all students.
- Enhanced school safety by collaborating with staff, parents, and community partners in developing emergency response plans.
- Provided crisis intervention services during emergencies or critical incidents at school events or activities outside of normal hours when necessary.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- 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.
Elementary School Nurse
Tift County Board Of Education
07.2022 - 07.2024
- Enhanced student health by providing comprehensive medical care and addressing various health issues.
- Improved school-wide wellness by implementing health education programs and promoting healthy habits among students.
- Collaborated with teachers to create a safe and inclusive learning environment for all students, taking into account individual health needs.
- Decreased absenteeism by identifying and addressing potential health concerns before they became major issues.
- Established strong relationships with parents, ensuring timely communication regarding their child''s health status or needs.
- Provided emergency care to injured students, effectively assessing situations and administering appropriate treatments.
- Coordinated with local healthcare professionals to ensure access to necessary services for students in need of specialized care.
- Maintained accurate records of student immunizations, ensuring compliance with state requirements and school policies.
- Served as liaison between families, school personnel, and other healthcare providers on behalf of students.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Affinity Pediatrics
08.2021 - 07.2022
- Cultivated rapport with patients and caregivers, utilizing proactive communication with parents and children.
- Thrived in high volume atmosphere providing care ranging from wellness visits to illnesses, injuries and life-threatening conditions.
- Asked parents pre-determined questions based on age of child.
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
- Supported diagnoses by taking blood samples from patients for laboratory testing.
- Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
- Assisted physicians with diagnostic testing and procedural support for optimal treatment decisions.
Nursing Student Clinicals
Southern Regional Technical College
10.2020 - 06.2021
- Worked alongside experienced nursing professionals to learn new procedures.
- Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety and rights of patient.
- Adhered to strict safety measures by carefully determining proper dosages before administering medications.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints and current symptoms.
Office Assistant
Erika S. Johnson Attorney At Law
11.2015 - 11.2017
- Interacted with customers by phone, email or in-person to provide information.
- Completed clerical tasks such as filing, copying and distributing mail.
Education
Diploma - Licensed Practical Nursing
Southern Regional Technical College
Tifton, GA07.2021
High School Diploma -
Tift County High School
Tifton, GA05.2012
Skills
- CPR/First Aid instructor certified
- Scoliosis Screening certified
- School System Crisis team member
- First Aid/CPR certified
- Privacy and confidentiality
- Patient Care
- Medication Administration
- Patient Assistance
- Patient Assessments
- Acute illness recognition
- Infection Control
- Infection control measures
- Collecting vitals
- Empathy and patience
- Patient and family advocacy
- Foley Catheter Insertion and Removal
- Conflict Resolution
- Vital Signs Recording
- Patient Observation
- Chronic Disease Management
- Allergy awareness
- Immunization management
- Compassionate Care
- Medication administration via G-Tube
Accomplishments
Completing 450+ hours of practical nursing student clinicals
CPR/First Aid instructor through Project SAVE for Public School systems.
Scoliosis Screening Certified
Affiliations
- National Technical Honor Society
- Project SAVE choa
- Scoliosis Screening CHOA
Timeline
School Nurse Floater
Tift County Board Of Education
07.2024 - Current
Elementary School Nurse
Tift County Board Of Education
07.2022 - 07.2024
Licensed Practical Nurse
Affinity Pediatrics
08.2021 - 07.2022
Nursing Student Clinicals
Southern Regional Technical College
10.2020 - 06.2021
Office Assistant
Erika S. Johnson Attorney At Law
11.2015 - 11.2017
Diploma - Licensed Practical Nursing
Southern Regional Technical College
High School Diploma -
Tift County High School
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