Nurse Station

NURSE

Ileana Hinojosa, RN

 Health Aide: Judy Alanis

              

A typical day for the school nurse at Hubert R. Hudson involves interacting with a variety of people on the campus. The day often begins long before the bell rings. Many times parents are waiting for the nurse to arrive at school, so they can discuss fears and concerns. Parents often consult with the school nurse as to the advisability of seeking further medical treatment.

All students who visit the nurse have their temperature evaluated and a rapid physical assessment. Those with fever, continued vomiting, or diarrhea, or who feel very ill are sent home. If warranted, they are given referral to a physician. Mrs. Ileana Hinojosa, our school nurse, sees an average of 900-1000 students per month.

Mrs. Hinojosa, is responsible on an ongoing basis for maintaining a health record for each student for monitoring immunizations. As immunizations become due, she will send notices to the parents. During the course of the day, the nurse will administer a variety of medications to the students according to the doctor's instructions.

The nurse is a vital part of the campus in numerous ways. She serves on several campus committees and makes herself available to teach on a variety of health-related issues. The nurse serves as a resource and an advocate for the health of students, faculty, and community.