Nursing at the Harbor School

On-site Nursing Services and Support

Harbor School nursing staff consists of a certified school nurse and a registered nurse who provide a high level of skilled nursing services and techniques for students and staff.

Our nurses work together to create an environment of respect and rapport to assess the needs of the unique medical issues of our student population. Our nursing staff works closely with teachers, therapists and our students’ families to promote the health and well-being of the Harbor School community.

The Nursing Services at Harbor School include the following:

  • Skilled nursing care, physical assessments completed by Certified RN
  • Instruction in health promotion and disease prevention by certified school nurse
  • Health screenings provided annually
  • Administration of emergency care, medications and first aid procedures by physician
  • Maintain health & immunization records as well as complete annual health screenings
  • Provide staff training in medical procedures/precautions
  • Meet Veronica Acuna – Harbor School's Primary School Nurse

    Veronica Acuna, BSN, RN, CSN, serves as the school nurse at Harbor School. Before becoming a registered nurse, she worked as a Patient Care Technician for six years, which provided her with a strong foundation in hands-on patient care and deepened her passion for nursing.

    Veronica graduated from Chamberlain University in 2022 with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing. After graduation, she spent two years working in a Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, where she developed specialized skills in pediatric and critical care nursing.

    To further support students in a school setting, Veronica also earned her School Nurse Certification from William Paterson University. Veronica is committed to creating a safe and supportive environment for our students.

    jessica lemma nurse harbor school

    Meet Jessica Lemma – Harbor School's Secondary School Nurse

    Jessica Lemma graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) in 2018 from the Medical University of South Carolina. Throughout her nursing career, Jessica has gained experience in a variety of settings, including inpatient, outpatient, and school environments. Her goal is to promote the health and well-being of Harbor School students and to support their success both in and out of the classroom.

    If you would like to move forward and consider admission to Harbor School:

    • Reach out to your case study manager in your district
    • Should you have any further questions, please call today us at 732.544.9394