Nursing Staff
Services Provided by the District Nurse
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Health assessments and screenings
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Management of chronic health conditions
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Medication administration and documentation
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Development of Individual Health Care Plans (IHPs)
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Emergency response and first aid
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Immunization compliance and records
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Communicable disease reporting and guidance
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Collaboration with families, teachers, and support staff
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Health education and prevention resources
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Support for special services, including 504 and IEP health components
Bobbi Adams
Hillsboro High School
Phone: 217-532-2841
Fax: 217-532-5142
Hillsboro Jr. High
Phone: 217-532-3742
Fax: 217-532-6211
badams@hillsboroschools.net
Adreanne Cruthis
Beckemeyer Elementary
Phone: 217-532-6994
Fax: 217-532-5153
acruthis@hillsboroschools.net
Information for Parents
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Medication at School:
All medications—prescription or over-the-counter—must be brought in by an adult and accompanied by the required medical authorization forms. -
Immunization Requirements:
Students must remain up to date with Illinois state immunization laws. Notices will be sent home if updates are needed. -
When to Keep Your Child Home:
Please keep your child home if they have a fever (100.4° or higher), vomiting, diarrhea, or a contagious illness. Students must be fever-free for 24 hours without medication before returning. -
Health Plans:
If your child has asthma, diabetes, seizures, severe allergies, or another chronic condition, please contact the school nurse to create an individualized health plan. -
Screenings:
Vision and hearing screenings are conducted yearly per state regulations. Referrals will be sent home if follow-up is recommended. -
Birth to 3 and Pre-K Support:
Nurses work with early childhood staff to support developmental screenings, medical records, and school readiness.
Information for Educators
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Student Health Plans:
Teachers will receive copies or summaries of IHPs, Emergency Action Plans, and allergy alerts as needed. -
Classroom Health Support:
Contact the nurse regarding students who show patterns of illness, injuries, or chronic symptoms. -
Medication Awareness:
Staff should never administer medication unless formally authorized through the nurse’s office. -
Communicable Conditions:
Notify the nurse promptly if multiple students are experiencing similar symptoms. -
Training and Certification:
Annual training is provided for CPR, AED, seizure protocols, EpiPen use, and emergency procedures. -
Field Trips:
Notify the nurse early about upcoming trips so medications and health needs can be planned.