School Nursing Services

HEALTH SERVICES

Bedford County Public Schools (BCPS) is proud to have a registered nurse in every school. These experienced healthcare professionals are available during the school day to support the health needs of students. 


THE ROLE OF THE SCHOOL NURSE

According to the National Association of School Nurses (NASN), a school nurse's primary role is to protect and promote student health by bridging healthcare and education, providing care coordination, advocating for student-centered care, and collaborating to create systems that support student development and academic success; essentially acting as a leader in the school community to ensure students are healthy enough to learn effectively. 

Key aspects of a school nurse's role as defined by NASN:

  • Health assessments and screenings: Performing vision, hearing, and other necessary health screenings to identify potential health issues.
  • Medication administration: Managing student medications that need to be taken during school hours.
  • Emergency care: Responding to medical emergencies in the school and providing first aid.
  • Health education: Teaching students about health topics like nutrition, hygiene, and disease prevention.
  • Case management: Coordinating care for students with chronic health conditions, including communication with parents and healthcare providers.
  • Mental health support: Identifying and providing support for students experiencing mental health concerns.
  • Advocacy: Working with school staff, parents, and community partners to promote a healthy school environment and address health disparities.
  • Collaboration with healthcare providers: Referring students to appropriate healthcare providers when necessary. 


SCHOOL NURSE CONTACT INFORMATION

Supervisor of Health Services
Kelly Thomas, MSN, RN, NCSN
[email protected]
540-586-1045 Ext. 10251

Bedford Elementary School
Lindsey Wilson, BSN, RN
[email protected]
Raven Wood, LPN
[email protected]
540-586-0275

Bedford Primary School
Caitlin Hawley, BSN, RN
[email protected]
540-586-8339

Big Island Elementary School
Katrina Wilson, RN
[email protected]
434-299-5863

Boonsboro Elementary School
Sherry Mull, RN
[email protected]
434-384-2881

Forest Elementary School
Melissa Jarvis, RN
[email protected]
434-525-2681

Forest Middle School
Michelle Warden, RN
[email protected]
434-525-6630

Goodview Elementary School
Abbey Jones, BSN, RN
[email protected]
540-892-5674

Huddleston Elementary School
Linda Preston, BSN, RN
[email protected]
540-297-5144

Jefferson Forest High School
Ginny Davis, BSN, RN, NCSN
[email protected]
Nakisha Pannell, LPN
[email protected]

434-525-2674

Liberty High School
Jennifer Talton, MSN, RN
[email protected]
540-586-2541

Liberty Middle School
Roda Werking, BSN, RN
[email protected]
540-596-7735

Moneta Elementary School
540-297-4411

Montvale Elementary School
Hannah Overstreet, RN
[email protected]
540-947-2241

New London Academy
Randi Cadiero, RN
[email protected]
434-525-2177

Otter River Elementary School
Amy Gelles, BSN, RN
[email protected]
540-586-9210

Staunton River High School
Monica Camfield, BSN, RN
[email protected]
540-297-7151

Staunton River Middle School
Heidi Draper, RN
[email protected]
540-297-4152

Stewartsville Elementary School
Barb Ratliff, RN
[email protected]
540-890-2174

Susie G. Gibson Science & Technology Center
Tiffani Wright, RN
[email protected]
540-586-3933

Thomas Jefferson Elementary School
Amanda Pierzala, RN
[email protected]
434-534-6159


IMPORTANT INFORMATION & DOCUMENTS

HEALTH SERVICES FORMS

For health services forms, please visit the links below:

BCPS Medication Authorization (PDF)
Parent Information Regarding Medication Administration (PDF)
Allergy Anaphylaxis Emergency Action Plan (PDF)
Asthma Action Plan (PDF)
Diabetes Medical Management Plan (PDF)
Seizure Action Plan (PDF)
Tube Feeding Action Plan (PDF)
Healthcare Provider Order for Health History or Procedure (PDF)

If you have difficulty using or accessing any element of this website or the documents on this page, information may be available in alternative formats upon request. To ensure we respond in a manner that will be of most help, please indicate the nature of the accessibility needs and your preferred format. Contact information: Mrs. Kelly Thomas, [email protected]