Nurse’s Corner

Welcome to Baldi's Nurse's Corner

WHO WE ARE… 

1- Sharon Dooley – This is my 2nd year at Baldi MS and 4th year with the Philadelphia School District. I have been a Pediatric Nurse for 39 yrs, 35 of those years were in the hospital setting. I will be at Baldi 5 days a week. The best way to reach me is either Class Dojo or email – sdooley@philasd.org

2- Lauren Irlich – This is my 1st year at Baldi, and my 2nd in the School District of Philadelphia.  I have been a nurse for 15 years, and previously worked in oncology.  I am married, with 3 young children who keep me on my toes.  I’m excited to be part of the Baldi community, and look forward to meeting you and your children.  I will be here at Baldi 5 days a week, and can be reached by Class Dojo and or email – Lirlich@philasd.org

We are here to support all students so that they may be as successful as possible. We also will help students navigate any health barriers which they encounter that would keep him or her from reaching their full academic potential. Throughout the year we provide case management for students with chronic and short term illnesses, as well as injuries so that each student can access the school program fully. Health Prevention and health education are also important in promoting a healthy lifestyle now and in the future.

What we do…

  • Immunization monitoring and compliance
  • Screening of Vision, Height, Weight for all Students Grade 6,7,8
  • Scoliosis Screening for Grades 6,7
  • Hearing Screening for Grade 7
  • First Aid and Sick Visits
  • Case management for Chronic Illnesses with Students, Parents and Staff
  • Health Education
  • Referrals to Community Resources
  • Meet with Students and/or Parents regarding health concerns or barriers

When to keep your child home…

  • Fever over 100*F
  • Vomiting or Diarrhea
  • Nausea or change/decrease in appetite
  • Wheezing that does not clear with an Inhaler or Nebulizer
  • Coughing that does not stop
  • If your child is awake all night with cold and cough symptoms
  • Lethargy or feeling unwell
  • Severe Headache or Headache not relieved with medication

What We Need From Parents…

Please contact us if we can be of assistance with your child’s health needs

S865 24 25 SY completed for ALL STUDENTS yearly

Physical-Examination Form and Dental Form Completed by All Grade 7 Students and All New Students

Medication Form for ALL Students who require ANY medication during the school day

Up To Date Immunization Records Including:

  • Tdap – Given after age 10
  • Polio – given after age 4
  • Varicella -2 doses
  • MMR – 2 doses
  • Hepatitis B – 3 or 4 doses properly spaced Menactra/MCV4 – one dose