Donna Campbell, RN, at Frank C. Whiteley School

I am pleased to share the January Above and Beyond Staff Recognition honoree, Donna Campbell, Registered Nurse at Frank C. Whiteley Elementary School. Mrs. Campbell was nominated by Director of Health Services, Corinne Jones, and Assistant Superintendent of Student Services, Dr. Mindy McGuffin, for her exceptional clinical judgment, swift response to emergencies, and unwavering commitment to student health and safety.

Nurse Campbell has served as a school nurse in District 15 since 2008 and consistently exemplifies the highest standards of school nursing. She is known for her calm, attentive presence, thorough assessments, and deep dedication to the well-being of students and staff at Whiteley.

Just last month, Nurse Campbell recognized that a student was not feeling well and immediately conducted a comprehensive health assessment. She obtained vital signs and noted concerning symptoms. Recognizing the seriousness of the situation, she promptly activated emergency medical services by calling 911. Upon arrival, EMS personnel recorded the student’s heart rate, which prompted the student to be transported to St. Alexius Medical Center and later transferred to a higher level of care, where they were diagnosed with a serious condition requiring medication and an upcoming surgical procedure. The student’s parents expressed deep gratitude to Nurse Campbell, sharing that had their child not attended school that day, the condition may not have been identified in time. They shared, “Nurse Donna saved the day.”

Beyond this incident, Nurse Campbell consistently responds quickly and effectively to medical emergencies, including providing immediate care during a seizure event until EMS arrived. In addition to her daily responsibilities, she serves as a district CPR instructor, helping train staff in emergency preparedness.

Ms. Campbell’s vigilance, professionalism, compassion, and commitment to student health reflect the very best of District 15. Please join us in congratulating Donna Campbell for going Above and Beyond in her service to our students and community.