Graduated with a Bachelor's Degree in Nursing in 1996. After graduation, worked at the Bureau of Fire Protection in the Philippines as a Fire Officer 1 and Ambulance Crew for 4 years. Went to the USA through an agency petition, took a US board nursing certificate, and started working as a Travelling Nurse in California USA for 3 years. Also worked as a Registered Nurse in a Telemetry Unit at Huntington Memorial Hospital for 9 years. Afterward, worked as a school nurse in LAUSD, assigned to 3 different schools (Elementary and Middle School) for 6 years. Currently working as one of the Lead Nurses for Region East District Nursing Services.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
School Nurse
LAUSD Los Angeles Unified School District
02.2017 - Current
Provide emergency care to students who had serious accidents, illness, or crisis situations.
Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting
Suicide Risk Assessment
Managed immunization compliance within the school population to prevent or control the spread of communicable diseases.
Immunization Assessment and Follow-up: Review non-compliant lists, check CAIR database, and call parents as appropriate and exclude non-compliant students
Parent/Guardian Notification of Possible Health Defects with Referral and Follow-up.
Special Education Services/IEPs & Health Assessments.
Review all healthcare provider orders for accuracy and completeness.
Electronic Record Keeping and Documentation : Enter medications, protocols, health conditions, parent conferences, etc.
Performed health screening for students and faculty by conducting mandated vision and hearing screening for K/TK, 2nd, 5th and 8th graders.
Participate as School Re-Entry Team Member in collaboration with other members
Improved overall student health by implementing comprehensive health education programs and preventive measures.
Collaborated with teachers to address diverse learning styles while designing inclusive classroom accommodations for students with chronic illnesses or disabilities.
Contributed to a positive school culture by serving as an advocate for student health and wellness, empowering them to make informed decisions about their wellbeing.
Administered medication to students as prescribed by physicians to provide necessary treatment and manage health conditions.
Served as liaison between families, school personnel, and other healthcare providers on behalf of students.
Sports Physicals and Return to Play/Concussion/Positive COVID-19 follow-up (high schools only) per current guidance from Coordinator of Interscholastic Athletics.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Catanduanes State University
Virac, Catanduanes Philippines
06.1996
High School Diploma -
Catanduanes National High School
Virac, Catanduanes Philippines
06.1992
Elementary Diploma -
Virac Pilot Elementary School
Virac, Catanduanes Philippines
06.1988
Skills
Hearing and Vision Screening
Medication Administration
Infection Control Measures
Acute Illness Recognition
Emergency Services Coordination
Privacy and Confidentiality
Decision-Making
Student Health Evaluation
Immunization Record Review
Injury Treatment
Communication Abilities
Student Needs Assessment
Nutrition Counseling
Child Health Education
Infection Control
HIPAA Requirements
Chronic Disease Management
Crisis Intervention
Health Screening
Electronic Records Management
Suicide Awareness Training
Emergency Care
Certification
School Nurse Services Credential Program (May 21,2022)
Student and Family Resources Coordinator at LAUSD Los Angeles Unified School DistrictStudent and Family Resources Coordinator at LAUSD Los Angeles Unified School District