Angela Elliott
West Lafayette
Summary
Energetic nursing professional with extensive experience at Lafayette School Corporation, excelling in client-centered care and effective communication. Proven track record in developing customized training for staff and families, enhancing health services for students. Skilled in medication administration and health assessments, ensuring optimal care and support for diverse student needs.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Head Nurse Developmental Preschool
Lafayette School Corporation
08.2011 - Current
- Built rapport with students and family members to deliver exceptional care.
- Monitored nursing care for essential skills students, including communication with medical providers, assessment of current health status and implementation of treatment plans.
- Identified changes in health status and communicated with family and physician.
- Performed student assessments and adjusted care plans accordingly
- Served on school evaluation team for all new students seeking special education services.
- Served as liaison with Department of Child Services on reporting and issues.
- Partnered with families on community assistance such as housing, food, clothing and counseling.
- Medication distribution, and procedures i.e. sickle cell assessments, tube feedings, tracheostomy care, catheterizations, asthma care and emergency seizure care.
- Collaboration with other specialties such as teachers, speech therapy, occupational and physical therapy.
- Tracking and maintenance of database for immunizations, medical records and staff training.
- Training of staff on various health topics such as bloodborne pathogens, seizures, allergies, and various medical syndromes in children.
- Partnered with outside organizations to create opportunities for events, projects and improvements for students and staff such as reading nights, family training programs and specialized equipment donations.
School Nurse-Klondike Elementary-Middle School
Tippecanoe School Corporation
08.2008 - 07.2011
- Served as liaison between families, school personnel, and other healthcare providers on behalf of students.
- Oversaw health services for school of 1900 students and faculty.
- Participated in development of school safety plans to address areas of concern.
- Performed health screening for students and faculty by conducting vision and dental screenings.
- Identified changes in health status and communicated with family and physician.
- Performed student assessments and adjusted care plans accordingly.
- Medication distribution, and procedures i.e. tube feedings, catheterizations, asthma care and emergency seizure care.
- Partnered with families on community assistance such as housing, food, clothing and counseling.
- Collaboration with other specialties such as teachers, speech therapy, occupational and physical therapy.
- Tracking and maintenance of database for immunizations, medical records and staff training.
- Training of staff on various health topics such as bloodborne pathogens, seizures, allergies, and various medical syndromes in children.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Tennessee Technological University
Cookeville, TNSkills
- Effective communication with families, staff and providers
- Needs based training customized to students and staff
- Client centered care and follow up with students and families
- Supply management for school health office
Certification
CPR
First Aid
Distinguished Educator Linwood Developmental Preschool 2025
Recognized by peers for dedication to students, families and staff in the areas of care, social services, community outreach and leadership.
Timeline
Head Nurse Developmental Preschool
Lafayette School Corporation
08.2011 - Current
School Nurse-Klondike Elementary-Middle School
Tippecanoe School Corporation
08.2008 - 07.2011
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Tennessee Technological University