Laura Wiegers
Bishop Unified School District
Independence
1
Certification
15
years of professional experience
Dedicated school nurse with expertise in health screening, care coordination, and health education. Proven ability to develop individualized care plans and mentor staff, driving student wellness and academic success.
Work History
School Nurse
4 Years 10 Months- Developed individualized health plans for students with chronic conditions, promoting wellness and academic success.
- Conducted health screenings and assessments, identifying potential health issues for timely intervention.
- Collaborated with educators and parents to address student health concerns, enhancing overall school environment.
- Administered first aid and medication to students, ensuring compliance with health regulations.
- Educated students on hygiene practices and healthy lifestyle choices, fostering a culture of wellness.
- Maintained accurate health records and documentation, ensuring confidentiality and adherence to legal requirements.
- Coordinated emergency response plans for medical incidents, improving preparedness across the district.
- Mentored new nursing staff, sharing best practices in student care and school health management.
- Administered medication to students as prescribed by physicians to provide necessary treatment and manage health conditions.
- Monitored ongoing medical conditions such as asthma or diabetes, adjusting care plans accordingly to maintain optimal student wellness levels.
- Supported students with special needs by coordinating individualized healthcare plans and working closely with the interdisciplinary team.
Behavioral Health Nurse
6 Years 10 Months- Developed and implemented individualized care plans in collaboration with multidisciplinary teams.
- Monitored patient progress, adjusting interventions based on clinical observations and feedback.
- Administered mental health assessments to evaluate patient needs and treatment effectiveness.
- Coordinated care transitions to ensure continuity of services across various healthcare settings.
- Advocated for patient rights, fostering a supportive environment that promotes recovery-oriented practices.
- Administered medications and assessed side effects, successes, and failures of new medications.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to maintain clinical expertise and stay current on advancements in the field of behavioral health nursing.
In Home Support Services Nurse
10 Months- Assessed clients for needed services to remain living independently.
- Conducted health assessments to evaluate patient needs and monitor progress
- Performed accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in compliance with regulatory standards.
- Increased quality of care by participating in ongoing professional development opportunities such as workshops, conferences, and online courses.
Medical-Surgical Nurse
2 Years 4 Months- Administered medications and monitored patient vitals to ensure safety and adherence to treatment plans.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans for diverse patient populations.
- Educated patients and families on post-operative care, enhancing understanding of recovery processes.
- Implemented infection control protocols, significantly reducing hospital-acquired infection rates within the unit.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments to identify patient needs, contributing to improved health outcomes.
- Provided high level of individualized care to adult patients across multiple medical specialties.
- Educated patients and families on illnesses, medications and treatment plans.
Education
High School Diploma
Bachelor of Arts - Communications/Journalism
Master of Arts - Mass Communication
Bachelor of Arts - Interior Design
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Skills
Health screening
Student health assessment
Healthcare planning
Medication administration
Immunization administration
Injury treatment
Health record management
Care coordination
School health policies
Health education
Illness recognition
Decision-making
Certification
CPR Instructor Trainer
Timeline
School Nurse
Bishop Unified School District
08.2021 - 06.2026Read More
Behavioral Health Nurse
Inyo County Health and Human Services
07.2014 - 05.2021Read More
In Home Support Services Nurse
Inyo County Health and Human Services
07.2014 - 05.2015Read More
Medical-Surgical Nurse
San Juan Regional Medical Center
12.2011 - 04.2014Read More
Althoff Catholic High School
High School Diploma
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Eastern Illinois University
Bachelor of Arts from Communications/Journalism
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Sangamon State University
Master of Arts from Mass Communication
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Rocky Mountain College of Art. And Design
Bachelor of Arts from Interior Design
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University of Oklahoma
Bachelor of Science from Nursing
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