Tonja Rice
Chelsea,Alabama
Summary
Dedicated School Nurse with expertise in pediatric nursing, adept at developing individualized healthcare plans and implementing infection control measures. Recognized for compassionate care and effective communication, ensuring student well-being and safety. Proven ability to manage cases and a strong foundation in providing comprehensive healthcare to students. Proven ability to manage health plans and address minor and major health concerns efficiently. Demonstrated skills in crisis management and effective communication with both students and staff.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
School Nurse
Vestavia Hills City Schools
01.2017 - Current
- Developed individualized healthcare plans for students with chronic conditions or special needs.
- Educated staff on various health topics, including infection control and prevention measures.
- Assessed students' health needs and provided appropriate care.
- Responded to emergencies within school setting as needed.
- Maintained accurate health records for all students in school system.
- Served as resource for information regarding community health services and resources.
- Counseled students and families about personal health issues or concerns.
- Monitored immunization status of all students in accordance with state regulations.
- Maintained accurate records and charted consistently in EHR system.
Agency Nurse
ATC Healthcare
10.2016 - 01.2017
- Safeguarded patient privacy in alignment with HIPAA requirements.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to develop individualized patient care plans.
- Documented medical history, symptoms and treatments in EMR system.
- Documented all patient care activities in electronic medical records accurately and promptly.
- Educated patients and families on disease prevention, health promotion, and proper medication usage.
- Maintained safe environment for patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
Education
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Nursing
University of Alabama at Birmingham
Birmingham, Alabama03.1987
Skills
- Individualized healthcare plans
- Clear and concise communication
- Detail-oriented record management
- Kind and attentive
- Health care advisory
- Care plan execution
- Health promotion
- Management of electronic health records
- Evaluation of immunization history
- Health screening
Timeline
School Nurse
Vestavia Hills City Schools
01.2017 - Current
Agency Nurse
ATC Healthcare
10.2016 - 01.2017
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Nursing
University of Alabama at Birmingham