Health Room

Mrs. Kathy Chamberlin, RN, BSN

I am Kathleen Chamberlin RN.  I am starting my 22nd year job sharing the school nurse position.  I have been a registered nurse for 41 years.  I received my Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree from Indiana University.  I am proud to be a member of the OLP School staff.

Mrs. Chrissie Zimmer, RN, BSN

My name is Chrissie Zimmer, RN.  I am beginning my 2nd year job sharing the school nurse position.  I have been a Registered Nurse for 9 years and received my Bachelor of Science Nursing degree from Research College of Nursing/Rockhurst University.  I have two children who attend OLP and will be in the 7th and 5th grades.  In my spare time I enjoy traveling, golfing, watching my kids play sports, and spending time with my husband of 15 years.  I am excited to be back as a member of the OLP staff! 

January Note

Happy New Year.  Following are some tips on winter skin care.  
Winter weather presents special problems when it comes to keeping your child's skin healthy.
Because winter air lacks moisture, it can lead to dry, rough, flaky skin.

-  Avoid long hot baths and showers.  Hot water strips skin of its natural moisture.
-  Avoid bubble baths.  Use gentle bath soaps instead of harsh deoderant soaps.
-  Pat skin dry after bathing instead of rubbng.  Rubbing skin with a towel irritates dry skin.
-  Apply moisturizer while skin is still damp.
-  Use a cream rather than lotion because a thick product will keep in more of your skin's 
   natural moisture.  Petroleum jelly may be greasy but it's a great moisture barrier and is 
   recommended for dry skin on arms and legs.
-  Apply cream to hands after washing throughout the day.
-  Don't lick your lips.  Contrary to popular belief, licking lips promotes dryness by removing 
   the skin's natural oils. Use lip balm or petroleum jelly instead.
-  Using a cool mist humidifier in your child's room will help keep skin hydrated.