Lisa Kamenides
Chelmsford,Massachusetts
Summary
Dedicated, board-certified Registered Nurse (RN, MSN, NCSN) with over two decades of specialized experience in school health, community wellness, and clinical education. Driven by a deep passion for lifelong learning and holistic care, with a proven track record of supporting the health and well-being of students, staff, and the broader community. Proactive mentor and educator committed to inspiring and guiding the next generation of healthcare professionals by actively supporting those pursuing nursing careers or advancing their clinical education.
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
Work History
School Nurse
Town of Chelmsford
Chelmsford, MA
08.2024 - Current
- Assesses 814 student health needs to develop individualized health care plans, including determining when sick or injured children should be sent home, seek follow-up medical care, and, if warranted, be referred for emergency transport to ED.
- Provides nursing care for student and staff injuries, illnesses, and chronic conditions by providing appropriate standards of care, conducts screenings and coordinates and oversees school-based vaccination clinics.
- Administers medication as needed on an emergency and ongoing basis based on student needs.
- Collaborates with parents, family physicians, teachers, school social workers, and multidisciplinary professional staff to implement individualized student care, particularly for students with chronic conditions.
- Provides physical and psychological support, advice, and referrals for care for students, staff, and families.
- Meets nursing operational standards by contributing information to outside family medical professionals, providing care, and identifying system improvements.
- Identifies patient service requirements by establishing a personal rapport with student patients, teachers and school staff, families, outside medical service providers, and other people in a position to understand individual student health needs and service requirements.
- Maintains quality of care by adhering to staff policies and procedures, state board of nursing requirements, and other governing agency regulations, and measuring health outcomes against standards.
- Establishes a compassionate environment by providing emotional and psychological support to students, families, and staff.
- Promotes students’ independence by establishing patient care goals and teaching and counseling students, family, and staff to reinforce their understanding of disease and self-care.
- Maintains a safe and clean working environment and maintains and promotes hygiene practices in the nurse’s office, classrooms, and throughout the school.
- Provides expert advice to administration, faculty, staff, and student parents and guardians on health-related matters.
- Protects students and staff by developing and interpreting infection-control policies and protocols and enforcing medication administration and storage procedures.
- Maintains documentation on student care services and keeps confidential medical information secure.
- Ensures operation of medical and administrative equipment by verifying emergency equipment availability, completing preventive maintenance requirements, following manufacturer’s instructions, troubleshooting malfunctions, requesting repairs, maintaining equipment inventories, and evaluating new equipment and techniques.
- Manages nursing supplies inventory by studying usage reports, identifying trends, anticipating needed supplies, and cost allocations.
- Maintains professional and technical knowledge and certification by attending educational workshops, reviewing professional publications, and participating in professional societies.
- Fosters a cooperative relationship among nursing team members, faculty and staff, and parents and guardians by communicating information, responding to requests, and participating in team problem-solving.
Registered Nurse Clinic Nurse II
Norwood Hospital
Norwood, MA
08.1989 - 09.1999
- Clinical II Nurse on a 33 bed Medical Surgical Floor
- Spearheaded unit level quality assurance initiatives, identifying areas for improvement and executing corrective action plans to ensure patient safety.
- Served as a unit Representative on the documentation Committee ensuring charting excellence and strict compliance with healthcare regulatory standards.
- Spearheaded unit-specific educational initiatives to address common charting and dispensing errors, fostering a culture of non-punitive safety reporting.
- Supervised nursing staff and coordinated patient flow for a 33 bed unit, ensuring optimal care delivery alongside active bedside nursing duties.
- Guided new nursing graduates through critical thinking development, skills validation, and workload management for a 33-bed patient population.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing Education
Worcester State University
Worcester, MA05-2015
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Massachusetts Lowell
Lowell06-2004
Associate of Science - Nursing
Quincy College
Quincy06-1989
Skills
- Utilizing the School Nursing Practice Framework (NASN, 2024) to assess, design, and implement health interventions that target the school and broader community populations
- Translating complex clinical concepts into accessible, age-appropriate educational curricula for students, faculty, and aspiring healthcare professionals
- Cultivating the next generation of nursing professionals by mentoring high school seniors who are pursuing a future career in healthcare and dedicated to mentoring practicing nurses as they navigate their educational journey toward a Bachelor's degree in nursing
- Serving as a clinical leader and advocate within the district to shape health policies that support both academic success and community well-being
Timeline
School Nurse
Town of Chelmsford
08.2024 - Current
Registered Nurse Clinic Nurse II
Norwood Hospital
08.1989 - 09.1999
Master of Science - Nursing Education
Worcester State University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Massachusetts Lowell
Associate of Science - Nursing
Quincy College