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RAINIER LEGASPI-BURKLEY

Long Beach

Summary

Experienced Regional School Nurse with expertise in health assessments and individualized planning. Developed emergency care protocols and contributed to policy advancement, improving student health services. Collaborates effectively with multidisciplinary teams to enhance health outcomes in educational settings.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Regional School Nurse

KIPP SoCal Public Charter Schools
Los Angeles
08.2020 - Current
  • Reporting directly to the Managing Director of Student Services, implements, manages, and delivers school health services to 10+ public schools of KIPP SoCal.
  • Coordinated and implemented special education health screenings, managing referrals and follow-up to ensure comprehensive care.
  • Collaborated with program specialists, school leaders, building managers, and staff to facilitate health screenings during the pandemic, addressing urgent student needs.
  • Oversaw training and delegation of medication administration, diabetic management, and nursing treatments to licensed vocational nurses and unlicensed school personnel.
  • Assessed student health status in collaboration with staff, parents, and professionals, providing recommendations aligned with individualized education plans.
  • Assist school districts with policies and procedures for school health services based on current laws and accepted practices.
  • Is a member of the interdisciplinary IEP team; performs student health assessments, parent or guardian interviews, team consultation, plan development and report-writing.

Substitute School Nurse

Los Angeles Unified School District, LAUSD
Los Angeles
11.2023 - Current

Developed and implemented individualized healthcare plans for students with asthma, diabetes, and seizures.

  • Administered first aid emergency care for illnesses and injuries, ensuring timely medication management.
  • Conducted state-mandated vision and hearing screenings, reviewed immunization records, and coordinated health referrals for students.
  • Participated in multidisciplinary teams to conduct health assessments for individualized education programs.
  • Trained and supervised unlicensed personnel in specialized physical health care services, enhancing care quality for students.
  • Assisted with child abuse reporting, counseling, and connecting families to community resources.

Public Health Nurse

Arlington County Public Health Division
Arlington
01.2020 - 08.2020
  • Provided comprehensive health services to students and families in Arlington County schools and community.
  • Coordinated and promoted health program activities across multiple sites to enhance community engagement.
  • Executed procedures and treatments per health policy and physician directives.
  • Conducted health screenings following Virginia Department of Health protocols.
  • Directed investigations of communicable disease outbreaks, ensuring effective response and communication across various settings.
  • Participated in training, supervision, and evaluation of paraprofessionals in health settings.
  • Attended multidisciplinary meetings to enhance coordination of client services.
  • Acted as a resource for school health services for staff, parents, and students.

School Nurse

Prince George County Public Schools
Upper Marlboro
01.2017 - 12.2019
  • Coordinated illness prevention and early detection initiatives for 1,600 students daily, promoting overall student health.
  • Provided professional health care services to students in multiple Prince George County schools.
  • Executed procedures and treatments following school health policy and physician directives.
  • Conducted health screenings adhering to Maryland State Department of Health regulations.
  • Documented student visits and injuries utilizing PGCPS school health electronic record system.
  • Conducted orientation and training on health protocols for over 100 unlicensed assistive personnel, ensuring compliance and enhancing service delivery.
  • Acted as a resource for staff, parents, and students on school health services, fostering a supportive health environment.
  • Participated in multidisciplinary meetings to enhance coordination of client services.

School Nurse

Manzanita Public Charter School
VAFB
10.2015 - 12.2016
  • Developed school's health services as inaugural on-site registered nurse, establishing foundational support for student wellness.
  • Implemented comprehensive health program for over 400 students and 50 personnel.
  • Administered medical screenings and evaluations, delivering care for illnesses or injuries to support student health.
  • Conducted health screenings, referring issues to appropriate healthcare providers.
  • Dispensed medications per physician orders, adhering to district policies and regulations.
  • Provided health education resources to K-6 students and staff.
  • Coordinated school-community health initiatives, enhancing collaboration among stakeholders to improve health resources.

Staff Nurse

Santa Maria Juvenile Hall
Santa Maria
11.2014 - 11.2016
  • Supervises licensed vocational nurses and medical assistants in providing healthcare services in a corrections setting.
  • Evaluate and provide comprehensive nursing care while observing and maintaining the requirements of security in a corrections setting.
  • Conducted a complete physical assessment and medical history on each detainee referred by probation upon entry to the correctional facility.
  • Maintained health records and ensured proper documentation for 60-80 inmates requiring health services, enhancing continuity of care.
  • Provided comprehensive nursing assessments and interventions, including medical, dental, and psychiatric screenings, to support holistic patient care.
  • Obtained health history, conducted drug and alcohol withdrawal assessments.
  • Administered medications, collected specimens, and monitored treatment progress and patient responses for over 60 patients each shift, ensuring timely and effective care.
  • Performed medical care for emergencies and prioritized care based on acuity.
  • 4263 California Blvd., Santa Maria, CA 93455

School Nurse

Santa Maria Bonita School District
Santa Maria
04.2014 - 08.2015
  • Developed and implemented healthcare plans for general and special education students.
  • Evaluated cumulative health data to tailor interventions for individual student needs.
  • Acted as a change agent to improve school nursing practices through systematic evaluation.
  • Researched school health services to identify and implement enhancements in health programs.

School Nurse

Los Angeles Unified School District
Los Angeles
11.2010 - 07.2015
  • Provided nursing care and health education to K-12 students in assigned schools.
  • Delivered first aid, immunization assessments, and follow-up care for students.
  • Managed communicable disease control efforts and conducted health appraisals, ensuring student health and safety.
  • Developed comprehensive school health plans that addressed diverse student needs, promoting overall wellness.
  • Conducted workshops for parents on health-related topics, fostering community engagement and awareness.
  • Reported child abuse cases following mandated guidelines to ensure student safety.

Director of Patient Care Services Designee

Prompt Hospice Care, Inc.
Los Angeles
11.2011 - 11.2014
  • Planned and coordinated direct clinical services for patients and families, enhancing care delivery.
  • Coordinated interdisciplinary teams to ensure effective delivery of hospice services.
  • Ensured compliance of hospice services with company policies and procedures through regular monitoring.
  • Oversaw patient care services during director's absence, ensuring continuity of care.

Staff RN-Med/Surg and Bariatric Unit

Tricity Regional Medical Center
Hawaiian Gardens
10.2007 - 02.2009
  • Accepted delegated responsibilities from head nurse and evaluated nursing care in designated area to ensure quality standards.
  • Maintained client clinical records and assisted in executing physician orders, ensuring accurate problem-oriented nursing notes met audit committee standards.
  • Assisted physicians with procedures and administered treatments, including sterile procedures, to support effective patient care.
  • Performed client care within the principles of team nursing, reporting pertinent observations or complaints to the team leader or head nurse.
  • Documented address for client records

Sub Acute Unit Clinical Coordinator

Pacific Care Nursing Center
Long Beach
01.2007 - 10.2007
  • Led sub-acute unit in director of nurses' absence, maintaining operational continuity.
  • Managed admissions and discharges for the sub-acute unit efficiently.
  • Coordinated scheduling of operations, enhancing resource utilization across the unit.
  • Supervised licensed vocational nurses and nursing assistants, ensuring quality care delivery.
  • Ensured compliance with health policies and procedures within the department.

Staff RN-Adult Medical Diabetes Unit

Long Beach Memorial Medical Ctr.
Long Beach
07.2006 - 01.2007
  • Administered prescribed treatments with precision to enhance patient care and recovery.
  • Conducted individualized client assessments to ensure timely and effective response to immediate needs and adherence to facility protocols.
  • Performed ongoing assessments to adapt care according to changing conditions.
  • Developed personalized care plans in collaboration with healthcare team members.

Education

Post Master's Family Nurse Practitioner Certification - Nursing

Purdue University Global
West Lafayette, IN

Masters of Science Degree - Nursing

Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, Arizona
01-2015

Bachelor of Science Degree - Nursing

California State University-Dominguez Hills
Dominguez Hills, California
01-2009

Associate of Science Degree - Nursing

Cypress College
Cypress, California
01-2006

Licensed Vocational Nurse -

Lynwood Community Adult School
Lynwood, California
01-2004

Skills

  • Health assessments
  • Individualized healthcare plans
  • Individualized planning
  • Health screenings
  • Medication administration
  • Medication management
  • Emergency care
  • Patient advocacy
  • Policy development

Timeline

Substitute School Nurse

Los Angeles Unified School District, LAUSD
11.2023 - Current

Regional School Nurse

KIPP SoCal Public Charter Schools
08.2020 - Current

Public Health Nurse

Arlington County Public Health Division
01.2020 - 08.2020

School Nurse

Prince George County Public Schools
01.2017 - 12.2019

School Nurse

Manzanita Public Charter School
10.2015 - 12.2016

Staff Nurse

Santa Maria Juvenile Hall
11.2014 - 11.2016

School Nurse

Santa Maria Bonita School District
04.2014 - 08.2015

Director of Patient Care Services Designee

Prompt Hospice Care, Inc.
11.2011 - 11.2014

School Nurse

Los Angeles Unified School District
11.2010 - 07.2015

Staff RN-Med/Surg and Bariatric Unit

Tricity Regional Medical Center
10.2007 - 02.2009

Sub Acute Unit Clinical Coordinator

Pacific Care Nursing Center
01.2007 - 10.2007

Staff RN-Adult Medical Diabetes Unit

Long Beach Memorial Medical Ctr.
07.2006 - 01.2007

Post Master's Family Nurse Practitioner Certification - Nursing

Purdue University Global

Masters of Science Degree - Nursing

Grand Canyon University

Bachelor of Science Degree - Nursing

California State University-Dominguez Hills

Associate of Science Degree - Nursing

Cypress College

Licensed Vocational Nurse -

Lynwood Community Adult School
RAINIER LEGASPI-BURKLEY