Lake Carolina Health Room
2007-2008
Welcome to the Health Room at Lake Carolina Elementary. It is staffed by a full-time Health Room Assistant, Mrs. Donna Chandler, and a full-time Registered Nurse, Mrs. Kathy Waldrep, R.N., B.S.N.
Mrs. Chandler provides
first aid, care, and comfort to students with illness or injury. She administers
medications to students as designated by district policies, maintains Health
Room records, and refers students with more involved health needs to the
School Nurse. She communicates with parents as needed regarding their child’s
health status. Mrs. Chandler also serves as
the director of the aftercare program at Lake Carolina.
Mrs. Waldrep provides nursing
assessment, treatment, and referral, as necessary, for students with more
complex health needs or chronic health conditions. She also performs health
screenings, monitors immunizations, medications, communicable diseases,
and provides a variety of student and employee health services. She provides
training for employees regarding Bloodborne Pathogens and implements the
District Exposure Contol Plan when necessary. She provides guidance and instruction
to the Health Room Assistant and other staff involved in the care of students
with special health needs. The nurse also is responsible for creating and
implementing Individual Health Plans (IHPs) for students with chronic medical
conditions.
Both Mrs. Chandler and
Mrs. Waldrep are CPR and AED certified and serve as members of the Lake Carolina
Emergency Team. They are also members of the Lake Carolina School Health
Council that addresses the health , nutrition, and well being of all students.
Mrs. Chandler and Mrs. Waldrep love providing Gator-Aid to all of the Lake
Carolina Gators.
