Suzette Walters
Norwood,NC
Summary
Passionate healthcare professional with a rich background in both educational and clinical settings, notably at Stanly County Schools. Excels in organizational ability and compassionate care, enhancing patient and student outcomes through effective healthcare coordination, collaboration and critical thinking. Significant focus on health education promotion and chronic illness management, with goals of improvements in wellness, knowledge and academic success.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CTE Health Science Middle School Teacher
Stanly County Schools
01.2024 - Current
- Provided one-on-one attention to students, while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
- Kept classroom organized, clean and safe for students and visitors.
- Engaged in continuous professional development to stay current with educational best practices, applying new knowledge to enhance teaching effectiveness.
- Integrated Activeboard and other instructional technologies into classroom.
- Communicated with parents and guardians regarding student progress and behavioral issues.
- Devised and implemented classroom management strategies, maintaining safe and pleasant learning environment.
- Taught subject matter based on information compiled from textbooks, online sites, and other educational materials.
- Improved learning with well-structured and engaging lesson plans tailored to diverse learning styles.
School Nurse
Stanly County Schools
11.2004 - 12.2023
- Administered medication to students as prescribed by physicians to provide necessary treatment and manage health conditions.
- Provided training to and supervised staff on medication administration.
- Performed monthly medication audits with follow up remediation if needed.
- Monitored ongoing medical conditions such as asthma, allergies, seizures, or diabetes, adjusting care plans accordingly to maintain optimal student wellness levels.
- Provided education and training to staff on medical conditions and appropriate care.
- Updated emergency medical plans each year (and as needed) and provided copies to "need to know" staff.
- 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.
- Trained staff members yearly to be first responders in our school buildings.
- Shared health related information / requirements with rising kindergarten student parents.
- Assessed student health and identified potential health concerns to provide appropriate care.
- Screened for infectious diseases to help prevent spreading within school community.
- Maintained upkeep on defibrillators, and first aid kits to keep resources in working condition for emergencies.
- Provided support to students with special needs and disabilities to deliver appropriate care and meet educational needs.
- Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
- Communicated with parents regarding student illnesses, injuries, symptoms.
- Follow up with parents / students regarding absences.
- Responded to emergencies.
- Assisted families with resource management/ utilization.
- Performed mass vision screenings and assisted with follow up care is needed.
- Collaborated with student support staff to include social workers and guidance counselors, along with administrators.
- Served as liaison between families, school personnel, and other healthcare providers on behalf of students.
- Assessed students'' physical and emotional well-being during clinic visits, providing appropriate care or referrals as needed.
- Communicated and developed relationships with local health care providers.
- Maintained documentation.
- Participated on IEP / 504 teams as needed to collaborate with team and parents to create most beneficial plan for student.
- Consulted with school staff as needed when physically on another school campus (served 3 schools for the last several years...more prior to that).
- Time management/ prioritizing and organization were very important skills.
Radiation Oncology RN
Roy M. Hinson Cancer Center
08.2000 - 11.2004
- Followed physician orders and assisted physicians with assessments, procedures and treatments.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams, resulting in better health outcomes.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Developed strong relationships with patients'' families, providing emotional support while addressing concerns or questions about care plans.
- Served as a liaison between physicians and patients'' families to facilitate clear communication regarding treatment options and progress updates.
- Monitored patient reactions to radiation and carefully documented findings. (communicated findings to physician)
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Explained course of care and radiation side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Monitored patient reactions after receiving radiation and IV therapies.
- Assisted with scheduling.
- Limited transcription
- Assisted radiation therapists as needed
Home Health RN
St. Joseph's Home Care and Hospice
09.1995 - 08.2000
- Administered medications accurately and safely, reducing medication errors and adverse reactions.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team to enhance patient outcomes.
- Collaborated with physicians to deliver appropriate treatment.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, patient care and management.
- Developed strong relationships with patients' families through effective communication and empathy while addressing concerns or questions about care.
- Served as a liaison between physicians and patients'' families to facilitate clear communication regarding treatment options and progress updates.
- Provided direct patient care for acute and chronic conditions.
- Devised individualized care plans tailored to each patient''s unique situation, optimizing clinical outcomes.
- Utilized advanced clinical skills such as wound care management or IV therapy administration, leading to faster recovery times.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Observed patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively provide care.
Staff RN
Moore Regional Hospital
06.1994 - 09.1995
- Utilized critical thinking skills to make quick decisions in high-pressure situations, prioritizing patient needs and addressing emergent issues promptly.
- Monitored vital signs, lab results, and other indicators to detect changes in patients' conditions promptly.
- Collaborated with team members to enhance patient care.
- Followed physician orders and assisted physicians during procedures by preparing equipment, monitoring patient status, and ensuring sterile environments.
- Provided compassionate, attentive, and empathetic care.
- Provided education on disease management, self-care techniques, and preventive measures to patients and families.
- Promoted patient safety by adhering to infection control protocols and conducting regular health assessments.
- Administered oral, IV and intramuscular medications accurately and safely, (monitoring response) ensuring proper dosages were given per physician orders.
- Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior with physicians.
- Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, specimen collection, and catheter insertion.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, procedures and patient care.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, and discharge instructions.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of North Carolina At Chapel Hill
Chapel Hill, NC06.1994
Skills
- Organizational ability
- Critical Thinking
- Compassionate and Caring
- Healthcare coordination
- Diabetes management
- Communication abilities
- Health screening
- Problem-Solving
- Health Education Promotion
- Family Education
Certification
National Certification of School Nurses
Timeline
CTE Health Science Middle School Teacher
Stanly County Schools
01.2024 - Current
School Nurse
Stanly County Schools
11.2004 - 12.2023
Radiation Oncology RN
Roy M. Hinson Cancer Center
08.2000 - 11.2004
Home Health RN
St. Joseph's Home Care and Hospice
09.1995 - 08.2000
Staff RN
Moore Regional Hospital
06.1994 - 09.1995
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of North Carolina At Chapel Hill
National Certification of School Nurses
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