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Health Educators

School nurses play a vital role in creating a safe and healthy environment that supports student success and well-being. School nurses have a diverse range of responsibilities that encompass both healthcare and educational support. Here are some key aspects of the role:
 
Healthcare Services:
  • Health Assessments: Conduct health assessments for students, including vision and hearing screenings, to identify potential health issues.
  • First Aid: Providing immediate first aid and medical assistance to students and staff in case of injuries or sudden illnesses.
  • Chronic Illness Management: Managing the healthcare needs of students with chronic conditions and ensuring they have access to necessary medications and treatments.
Health Education:
  • Health Promotion: Promoting healthy lifestyles and behaviors among students through education and awareness programs.
  • Preventive Care: Conducting programs on topics such as nutrition, hygiene, and disease prevention to encourage good health practices.
Immunization Compliance:
  • Ensuring Compliance: Verify and maintain immunization records to ensure students comply with state-mandated vaccination requirements.
Emergency Response:
  • Emergency Preparedness: Collaborating with school administrators and local emergency services to develop and implement emergency response plans, including drills for natural disasters or lockdowns.
Collaboration with School Staff:
  • Working with Teachers: Collaborating with teachers and other school staff to address health-related concerns affecting students' academic performance.
  • Special Education Support: Provide health-related support for students with special needs or disabilities.
Medication Management:
  • Administering Medications: Administering prescribed medications to students according to established protocols.
  • Medication Monitoring: Monitoring and managing medication administration, including maintaining accurate records and communicating with parents and healthcare providers.
Advocacy: 
  • Advocating for students' health and wellness needs within the school community and in interactions with parents and external healthcare providers.
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HEALTH SERVICES TEAM

HEALTH SERVICES TEAM

Dave Kravitz, Director of Student Services
 
Helen Burrows, Administrative Secretary
 
District Nurses
 
Kathy Rooney, MSN, RN, PHN
District Nurse Coordinator
Sites: Live Oak, Preschool Assessment, Venture School
 
Sites: Twin Creeks ES, Country Club ES, San Ramon HS
 
Anju Lashkari, MSN, RN
Sites: Alamo ES, Los Cerros MS, Stone Valley MS, Green Valley ES, 
 
Nancy Sheets, BSN, RN, PHN
Sites: Gale Ranch MS, Golden View ES, Dougherty HS
 
Niko Holmes, BSN, RN
Sites: California HS, Pine Valley MS, Neil Armstrong ES
 
Rosa Harnetiaux, BSN, RN, PHN
Sites: Greenbrook ES, John Baldwin ES, Montevideo ES
 
Sites: Tassajara Hills ES,Quail Run ES, Walt Disney ES, Windemere Ranch MS
 
Alyson Campbell, BSN, RN, PHN
Sites: Vista Grande ES, Montair ES
 
Hilary Weiss, MSN, RN, PHN, NCSN
Sites: Bollinger ES, Hidden Hills ES, Rancho Romero ES, Charlotte Wood MS
 
Kay M. Smith, RN, PHN, MA
Sites: Coyote Creek ES
 
Kristi Nolan, BSN, RN
Sites: Bella Vista ES, Sycamore ES, Diablo Vista MS, Iron Horse MS
 
Carrie Kojima, RN, MPH
Sites:  Monte Vista HS, Creekside ES