Laverne Bellamy
December 2025
Laverne
Bellamy
,
BSN, RN, PEL-CSN
George Rogers Clark Elementary School
Chicago Public Schools
Chicago
,
IL
United States
What truly sets Nurse Bellamy apart is her unparalleled sensitivity and compassion. She approaches every student interaction with love and care, creating a warm, supportive atmosphere in the clinic.
Nurse Bellamy is not merely a caretaker; she is the compassionate cornerstone of our school community, demonstrating an exceptional commitment to the health, well-being, and dignity of every student and family she serves. She perfectly embodies the award’s criteria, operating with a profound balance of clinical science and human sensitivity that elevates school nursing to an extraordinary level.
Nurse Bellamy consistently goes above and beyond the duties outlined in her job description. Her service to our community is comprehensive, encompassing both rigorous operational tasks and deep, personalized care. Operationally, she ensures the entire student body meets medical mandates, evidenced by her remarkable efficiency in achieving over 97% student medical compliance annually. This metric is a testament to her intentional, meticulous work ethic and her commitment to public health, ensuring the safety of hundreds of students.
What truly sets Nurse Bellamy apart is her unparalleled sensitivity and compassion. She approaches every student interaction with love and care, creating a warm, supportive atmosphere in the clinic. Her dedication is perhaps best illustrated by her follow-up protocol: when students are absent due to illness, Nurse Bellamy ensures she checks in with their families, offering support and guidance, even when she is not physically in the building. This intentional practice shows her unwavering commitment to student wellness, extending her compassionate presence beyond school hours.
Furthermore, Nurse Bellamy acts as a vital bridge between our families and external healthcare resources. She proactively provides essential resources for medical services, ensuring that every family, regardless of circumstance, has access to the care they need. She treats every family with respect and is committed to comprehensive service, making them feel seen, heard, and supported.
Nurse Bellamy is an extraordinary nurse whose daily contributions resonate through our entire community. Her blend of professional diligence, clinical success (97% compliance rate), and deep personal compassion makes her an ideal recipient of The DAISY Award. She is a true hero in nursing.
Nurse Bellamy consistently goes above and beyond the duties outlined in her job description. Her service to our community is comprehensive, encompassing both rigorous operational tasks and deep, personalized care. Operationally, she ensures the entire student body meets medical mandates, evidenced by her remarkable efficiency in achieving over 97% student medical compliance annually. This metric is a testament to her intentional, meticulous work ethic and her commitment to public health, ensuring the safety of hundreds of students.
What truly sets Nurse Bellamy apart is her unparalleled sensitivity and compassion. She approaches every student interaction with love and care, creating a warm, supportive atmosphere in the clinic. Her dedication is perhaps best illustrated by her follow-up protocol: when students are absent due to illness, Nurse Bellamy ensures she checks in with their families, offering support and guidance, even when she is not physically in the building. This intentional practice shows her unwavering commitment to student wellness, extending her compassionate presence beyond school hours.
Furthermore, Nurse Bellamy acts as a vital bridge between our families and external healthcare resources. She proactively provides essential resources for medical services, ensuring that every family, regardless of circumstance, has access to the care they need. She treats every family with respect and is committed to comprehensive service, making them feel seen, heard, and supported.
Nurse Bellamy is an extraordinary nurse whose daily contributions resonate through our entire community. Her blend of professional diligence, clinical success (97% compliance rate), and deep personal compassion makes her an ideal recipient of The DAISY Award. She is a true hero in nursing.