Compassionate and resourceful Registered Nurse with 7+ years of pediatric and community health experience transitioning into school nursing, bringing a proven ability to serve as the sole healthcare provider for large, diverse student populations while collaborating with teachers, administrators, and families
Skilled in autonomous clinical decision-making, chronic disease management for school-age children (asthma, diabetes, severe allergies), and translating complex medical information into age-appropriate health education for students and non-medical staff
Demonstrated expertise in conducting large-scale health screenings (vision, hearing, BMI) for 600+ students annually, developing individualized healthcare plans aligned with IEP/504 requirements, and ensuring compliance with FERPA, HIPAA, and IDEA regulations in educational settings
Recognized for building culturally responsive health programs, training school staff on emergency response protocols, and improving student attendance rates through proactive wellness initiatives and early intervention
Professional Experience
Henrico County Health Department, Richmond, VA
Community Health Nurse
June 2021 – Present
Served as lead nurse for school-based health clinics across 8 elementary and middle schools, providing direct care, health screenings, and immunization compliance reviews for a combined population of 3,200+ students
Developed and delivered culturally sensitive health education workshops on puberty, nutrition, and hygiene to over 40 fifth-grade classrooms annually, receiving a 96% positive feedback rating from teachers and parents
Coordinated annual vaccination clinics serving 750+ underserved families per year, partnering with school administrators and parent-teacher organizations to maximize participation and reduce barriers to access
Created individualized emergency action plans for 85 students with chronic conditions including Type 1 diabetes, epilepsy, and severe food allergies, and trained 120+ teachers and aides on plan execution
Managed communicable disease outbreak response for three schools during a norovirus event, implementing containment protocols that limited spread to under 4% of the student body and maintained instructional continuity
Collaborated with school psychologists and social workers on crisis intervention teams, providing mental health first aid and appropriate referrals for students exhibiting signs of anxiety, depression, or abuse
Maintained meticulous electronic health records in compliance with FERPA and HIPAA, ensuring confidentiality while facilitating seamless communication with parents and pediatricians
Children's Hospital of Richmond at VCU, Richmond, VA
Pediatric Registered Nurse
August 2017 – May 2021
Provided direct patient care to an average daily census of 6–8 pediatric patients (ages 2–17) on a 32-bed medical-surgical unit, managing conditions including asthma exacerbations, diabetic ketoacidosis, post-surgical recovery, and infectious disease
Served as unit liaison between medical teams and families, translating complex care plans into understandable language for parents and caregivers, resulting in a 30% improvement in discharge instruction comprehension scores
Developed and piloted an age-appropriate asthma self-management education program for patients ages 8–14, contributing to a 40% reduction in 30-day readmission rates for participating patients
Trained and mentored 4 new graduate nurses annually on pediatric assessment techniques, medication administration for pediatric dosing, and de-escalation strategies for anxious young patients
Managed multiple simultaneous emergencies during high-acuity shifts, consistently demonstrating calm, autonomous clinical judgment and effective triage prioritization
Collaborated with child life specialists and social workers to support holistic patient well-being, including coordinating school re-entry plans for students with extended hospitalizations
Education
Virginia Commonwealth University, School of Nursing
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
May 2017
Relevant Coursework: Pediatric Nursing, Community and Public Health Nursing, Developmental Psychology, Family Health Nursing, Epidemiology
Clinical Rotation: Children's Hospital of Richmond Pediatric Unit (160 hours); Henrico County Public Schools Health Services Practicum (80 hours)
Senior Capstone Project: "Improving Asthma Outcomes in School-Age Children Through Nurse-Led Education"
Licenses and Certifications
Active Registered Nurse (RN) License
Virginia Board of Nursing, License #RN-2017-048231
Expires: 06/2026
National Certified School Nurse (NCSN)
National Board for Certification of School Nurses
Earned: 2022
Virginia School Health Services Credential
Virginia Department of Education
Current
CPR/BLS Certification
American Heart Association
Current through 03/2026
Mental Health First Aid Certified
National Council for Mental Wellbeing
Earned: 2023
Diabetes Management in the School Setting
National Association of School Nurses
Completed: 2022
Mandated Reporter Training
Commonwealth of Virginia
Current
Skills
Clinical Competencies
Pediatric health assessment and triage
Emergency response and first aid (anaphylaxis, seizures, asthma attacks)
Chronic disease management (diabetes, asthma, epilepsy, severe allergies)
Medication administration and delegation to unlicensed personnel
Vision, hearing, and scoliosis screening
Immunization compliance review and administration
Communicable disease identification and outbreak management
Individualized Healthcare Plan (IHP) and Emergency Action Plan (EAP) development
Educational Environment Skills
IEP/504 plan collaboration and health-related accommodation development
Age-appropriate health education curriculum delivery (K–8)
FERPA, HIPAA, and IDEA compliance in school settings
Crisis intervention and mental health first aid for students
Training non-medical staff on emergency protocols and medication administration
Culturally responsive health communication with diverse families
Parent and caregiver health counseling and resource referral
Electronic health records management (SNAP Health Center, PowerSchool)
Substitute nurse coverage planning and health office procedure documentation
Awards and Recognition
Excellence in Pediatric Patient Education Award
Children's Hospital of Richmond
2020
Recognized for developing an age-appropriate asthma self-management program that contributed to a 40% reduction in 30-day readmission rates among school-age patients
Community Health Champion Award
Henrico County Health Department
2023
Honored for designing and implementing school-based vaccination clinics serving 750+ underserved families annually across 8 school sites
Publications and Presentations
Publications
"Building Allergy-Aware Classrooms: A Practical Guide for Teachers and Staff" — Contributing Author, Henrico County Public Schools Health Services Manual, 2023
"A Parent's Guide to Managing Your Child's Asthma During the School Day" — School Health Connection Newsletter, Fall 2022
Presentations
"Recognizing Signs of Anxiety and Depression in Elementary Students" — Workshop for Henrico County Teachers and Staff, March 2023 (Audience: 85 educators)
"Food Allergy Safety in Schools: What Every Parent Should Know" — PTA Health Night, Tuckahoe Elementary School, October 2022 (Audience: 120 parents)
Professional Affiliations
National Association of School Nurses (NASN)
Member since 2021
2021
Virginia Association of School Nurses (VASN)
Member since 2021
2021
American Nurses Association (ANA)
Member since 2017
2017
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