Health Services

To ensure the health and well-being of our students, District 401 has put into place an array of policies and services devoted to that goal.

Leading the way are the District's nurses. A registered nurse (RN) is on staff at each of our schools.

Where You Can Find Our Nurses

SCHOOL	GRADES	NURSE	PHONE
John Mills Elementary School	PK-5	Ms. Maureen McLachlan, RN	708-583-6278
Elmwood Elementary School	K-5	Ms. Barb Jerzyk, RN	708-583-6255
Elm Middle School	6-8	Ms. Dinora Spishakoff, RN	708-583-6235
Elmwood Park High School	9-12	Ms. Valerie Leisnig, RN	708-583-6206

What Our Nurses Do

Our nurses fulfill the following responsibilities in compliance with all applicable District policies:

► ASSESS
They assess the needs of each student. If medication is required during the school day, the nurse administers the medication or assists the student as needed.

► ASSIST
They assist students who become ill or injured during the school day. This means administering first aid as needed, calling for emergency services if required and notifying the parents.

► COLLABORATE
They work closely with parents and Aramark food services (the District's food-service vendor) to manage any food allergies.

► MONITOR
They monitor immunization compliance for the health and safety of all students.

How Parents/Guardians Can Help

At the same time, parents and guardians can assist our nurses by doing the following:

► KEEP US UP TO DATE
Provide your school nurse with a current phone number and be available at that number during the school day.

► RESPOND PROMPTLY
In case of student illness while at school, arrange for your student to be picked up from school within 30 minutes.

► INFORM US
Fill out the Medication in School Form if your student needs to take medication while at school. Bring in the medication in the original container. The container should show the prescription and directions.

► HELP US PLAN
Provide your school nurse with an allergy plan and any medications if needed.

► MAKE IT OFFICIAL
Provide your school nurse with a current health certificate filled out by your child’s doctor — showing immunizations and physical examination — and a signed health history.

Reasons a Student Should Stay Home

To Learn More

For additional information about health services in District 401, please visit the pages below.

Departments