School Nurse
Hello :)
I'm Kelly, the Jr/Sr high school nurse. I've lived in the district for 13 years. I have been a nurse since 2014 and started school nursing in 2016 after working as an RN supervisor and a med/surg nurse. I came to the hilltop in 2020 during the pandemic. I have loved watching your children grow from junior high to high school and graduating! Thank you for allowing me to work with your families to make our community healthier. I enjoy my role at the school. I have two boys who attend school in the district and one on the way. I am made to be a boy mom, sports and activities at our house are a constant. When we aren't at the field, ice rink, or slopes, we are camping. In my "free" time I love to exercise, run, craft, read, and hike. Reach out anytime [email protected] or 814-255-8741.
2024 UPDATE: I will be out of the office starting March 2024 until the last student day of the year to welcome our third son. During this time Nicole Zajdel will be covering the nurse's office. Please contact her with any questions and concerns at [email protected] and phone number 814-255-8741. Thank you for your understanding.
Health Office Important Information:
What do I need from you?
7th grade:
- Proof of immunizations: Tdap ( tetanus, diphtheria, and pertussis) and first MCV ( meningococcal vaccination) for entrance into 7th grade.
- Dental Examination
11th Grade:
- Physical Examination completed by the doctor
12th Grade:
- Proof of immunization: Second MCV ( meningococcal vaccination) for entrance into 12th grade.
What does a school nurse do all day?
I am mandated to complete these required screenings:
7th Grade
Scoliosis
Vision
Hearing
Height and Weight
8th Grade
Vision
Height and Weight
9th Grade
Vision
Height and Weight
10th Grade
Vision
Height and Weight
11th Grade
Hearing
Vision
Height and Weight
12th Grade
Vision
Height and Weight
I am mandated to collect the following information for your student:
7th Grade:
Proof of Immunizations
Dental examinations
11th Grade:
Physical Examinations
12th Grade:
Proof of Immunizations
A majority of my days are spent on ill/injured students, average office visits are around 65 daily.
Is COVID still a "thing"?
Yes! COVID is still a "thing." Currently, our policy is for your pediatrician to fax over any isolation, masking, or quarantine recommendations for your family to 814-255-2704, attn: Kelly. If your student tests positive at home, the doctor should still be able to fax a recommendation on your behalf. Most pediatricians follow the CDC guidelines which can be found here: CDC Guidelines 2023
Medications:
We have standing orders now! Please send in your student's signed pink emergency health form yearly to utilize this. Ibuprofen, Tylenol, Benadryl, TUMS, Neosporin, burn cream, sting wipes, and anti-itch gel can be used. You will need a physician's order for all prescription medications or higher doses of over-the-counter medications. Please have the medication form filled out. You can find it below.
Chronic Conditions:
Chronic conditions such as asthma, life-threatening allergies, Diabetes, Chron's disease, seizure disorders, migraine headaches, cardiovascular conditions requiring accommodations, etc. Require yearly orders for accommodations and rescue medications. Please see below for the appropriate forms for your student if they are diagnosed with a chronic condition
During FID days I can be reached at [email protected] or via the Remind app. Class Code: @69aef3