Saying Farewell...

After 5 years at my beloved alma mater, I have to share the bittersweet news that I will be transitioning out of my role as the school nurse at George Washington High School at the end of this school year. It has been an absolute joy to serve this community, provide holistic nursing services and look out for the emotional, physiological, and mental well being of such a vibrant, diverse, and engaging student body. 

My next role will be as full time nursing faculty for a local college of nursing where I will be excited to teach courses in community health, the nursing process, and nursing of families and cultures. This last course is especially meaningful to me as a transcultural nurse certified to deliver culturally responsive care to diverse communities. It is indeed my passion to help prepare the next generation of nurses to provide culturally appropriate care as global citizens of a changing world.

I will miss all of my students, families, and colleagues dearly. All the best.

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Role of the School Nurse

• ​​​Response to immediate health concerns as they arise during the school day
• Concussion Management Program (insuring accommodations and support for students with head injuries)
• Assisting students with chronic disease in the management of their health care (insuring accommodations and support for students with chronic conditions)
• Response to emergency health situations
• Case manager for 504s due to medical conditions
• Member of the Social/Emotional/Mental Health team
• Train/Educate staff about the health conditions of the students in their classes
• Link students and families to health care and other needed resources
• Telehealth appointments to primary care providers through Hazel Health
• Hearing and vision screenings as needed and every year for 9th grades
• Serve as the consultant for IEPs related to medical needs
• Oversee immunization rates and adherence
• Focus on school community wellness and population health

Office Hours

Monday through Friday, 8am-4pm