Fully COVID vaccinated with booster. Focused and friendly School Nurse offering 11 years of experience providing care to Elementary age and High School age students to 800+/campus. Known professionally for working effectively within education systems to develop innovative public and health and safety initiatives. Attentive School Nurse providing medical care and consultation in educational settings. Dedicated to providing thorough health assessments, accurate evaluations and effective treatments for students and faculty. Highly organized professional possessing in-depth knowledge of contemporary topics such as pregnancy prevention and infection control protocols. Certified in BLS and BLS Trainer. Excellent interpersonal skills dealing with students, teachers, staff, and administrators and families.
Skills
Patient care assessment
Medication Administration
Immunizations and Vaccinations
Medical Supply Management
Monitoring Vital Signs
Preventive Healthcare
Community Healthcare Programming
First Aid
Emergency Diagnostics
Treatment Recommendations
Microsoft Office, Google Doc, TEAMS Proficiency
Direct Patient Care
Work History
High School School Nurse, 08/2019 - Current Touro – Baton Rouge, LA,
Routinely provided School Nursing Care to over 50+ student everyday.
Developed care plans and made referrals as necessary for students with health concerns or injuries.
Oversaw health services for school of 900+ students and faculty.
Documented patient vitals, behaviors and conditions to communicate concerns to supervising student Neurologist, student Endocrinologist, and. my district Coordinator of Health Services.
Provided medical consultations to other school personnel to promote well-coordinated school health and safety efforts.
Served as liaison between families, school personnel and other healthcare providers on behalf of students.
Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
Participated in development of school safety plans to address areas of concern.
Performed health screening for students and faculty by conducting Vision and Hearing screenings.
Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to acutely ill patients.
Administered scheduled and PRN medication and monitor for effectiveness.
Administered different therapies and medications in line with physician orders and treatment plan.
Elementary School Nurse, 08/2011 - 05/2019 Lubbock Cooper ISD – City, STATE,
Developed care plans and made referrals as necessary for students with health concerns or injuries.
Oversaw health services for school of 800+ students and faculty.
Documented patient vitals, behaviors and conditions to communicate concerns to supervising student Neurologist, student endocrinologist, supervising Coordinator of Health Services.
Participated in development of school safety plans to address areas of concern.
Performed health screening for students and faculty by conducting Vision and Hearing and Scoliosis screenings.
Served as liaison between families, school personnel and other healthcare providers on behalf of students.
Provided medical consultations to other school personnel to promote well-coordinated school health and safety efforts.
Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
Strengthened training and nursing knowledge by taking part in continuing education programs and Texas School Nurse Association workshops.
Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
Administered scheduled and PRN medications to 700 students and monitored response to medications.
Radiology Special Procedure Nurse , 08/1995 - 08/2011 Covenant Health Systems – City, STATE,
Provided excellent care to 6-10 biopsy or special procedure patients per day.
Accurately documented treatment, medications including conscious sedation and IVs administered, discharge instructions and follow-up care.
Monitor vital signs and assessed for complications during procedures and conscious sedation.
Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
Explained biopsies and special procedures and procedure risks and side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
Explained course of care and conscious sedation medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
Evaluated patient histories, complaints and current symptoms.
Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
Offered exceptional care and support to individuals undergoing radiology modality guided biopsies and special procedures.
Assisted radiologist in sterile procedure of biopsies and special procedures and maintained inventory of all biopsy and special procedure supplies.
Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety and rights of patient.
Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
Medical/Surgical ICU Nurse, 01/1992 - 06/1995 Covenant Health Systems – City, STATE,
Total Patient Care Nurse for 1-2 patients per shift
Worked closely and collaborated with physicians and residents to discuss and identify ICU patient needs.
Responded to Code Blue situations in according to ACLS guidelines.
Provided IV moderate sedation and/or support assistance for diagnostic and surgical procedures.
Oversaw various aspects of telemetry by administering PA catheters and arterials, vasoactive drugs, titration, thrombolytic therapy, dysrhythmia interpretation, chest tubes, tracheostomy, and endotracheal tubes.
Provided extensive post op wound care and maintenance of various drains and tubes in critical care patient.
Conducted patient assessments, recorded vitals and analyzed records and charts to define care requirements.
Provided targeted care and treatment to critical care patients.
Delivered outstanding patient care in Medical/Surgical critical care units.
Assessed and managed various patient treatments for numerous patient diagnoses from sepsis to acute respiratory distress.
Education
Bachelor of Science: Pre BSN Courses, Expected in - University of Mary Hardin-Baylor - Belton, TX GPA:
Associate of Science: RN, Expected in 12/1993 - South Plains College - Levelland, TX GPA:
Licensed Vocational Nurse: LVN, Expected in 08/1989 - South Plains College - Levelland, TX GPA:
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