I'm Lisell Zuñiga, BSN, RN, PEL-CSN, a leader in school health administration and advocate for student wellness. Join me on this show, where we explore school nursing, community health, advocacy, leadership, growth, and school safety. Each episode features insightful conversations, expert advice, and stories celebrating the vital role of school nurses in promoting student well-being and safety. Whether you're a seasoned nurse or just starting out, tune in to connect, empower, and inspire your journey in school health. Let's grow together—one huddle at a time!
S2E2: Empowering School Nurses Through Collaboration: Diabetes Care Done Right
Aimee Hastings, MSN, RN, NCSN, CDCES, discusses with Lisell Zúñiga, BSN, RN, PEL-CSN, the Delaware initiative that trained school nurses in diabetes management, improving nurse confidence and student success in this interview.
21 Nov 2025
S2 E1: The Tables Have Turned: Facing Today’s Challenges Together
Host Lisell Zuñiga is interviewed by Araceli Orozco about current challenges impacting school nurses, students, and schools, including Medicaid cuts, safety, and rising rates of health issues, offering insights into leadership and community.
10 Oct 2025
S1E10: From the First Huddle to Now: Season 1 Reflections
Lisell Zuñiga reflects on the growth of The School Nurse Huddle podcast as a platform for connection and advocacy among school nurses, highlighting memorable moments and future plans.
16 Aug 2025
🔔 Beyond the Bell: Summer Gigs for School Nurses🎧 School Nurse Huddle Season 1, Episode 9
School Nurse Huddle host Araceli Orozco and guest Maricela Lares discuss school nurses' diverse summer employment opportunities, debunking the myth of a summer break and highlighting professional growth.
22 Jul 2025
Reignited and Reconnected: Post-NASN 2025 Reflection
Host Lisell Zuniga reflects on the NASN 2025 Conference, emphasizing school nurses' evolving roles in healthcare and education, alongside collaboration with the Asthma and Allergy Impact and Rescue Foundation.
10 Jun 2025
Partners in Wellness: Strengthening the Administrator–Nurse Relationship
Lisell Zuñiga explores the crucial partnership between school nurses and administrators, emphasizing collaboration and communication to transform school wellness and foster a culture rooted in action.
20 May 2025
Building Healthier Schools — Inside the New Illinois Immunization Toolkit
In this powerful episode of the School Nurse Huddle, host Lisell Zuñiga chats with Caroline Werenskjold, MPH, Senior Program Manager for Immunizations at ICAAP, to explore the brand-new Illinois School Immunization Toolkit — a must-have resource for school nurses and leaders!
Join us as we dive into:
Why immunizations and annual physicals matter
What’s inside the toolkit and how to use it
How to improve outreach to families and staff
Using data dashboards to guide action
Vaccine myths vs. facts
Plus, we wrap it up with a fun round of “What’s in Your Purse?” for a peek behind the scenes!
Resources Mentioned:
Illinois Vaccination Coverage Dashboard
ICAAP Immunization Toolkit
Ready-to-use flyers, letters, and outreach tools
Tune in now and get equipped to build healthier schools — one vaccine at a time!
6 May 2025
Claiming the Title: School Nurses as Chief Wellness Officers
In this powerful and affirming episode of School Nurse Huddle, host Lisell Zuñiga is joined by the inspirational Robin Cogan—better known as The Relentless School Nurse. Together, they dive into what it really means for school nurses to step fully into their leadership power by embracing the title of Chief Wellness Officer.
Robin walks us through her transformative blog post, "5 Steps to Claim the Title of Chief Wellness Officer in Your Schools," offering tangible steps for school nurses to recognize, own, and amplify their impact in educational communities. From building strong relationships to boldly showcasing expertise and advocating for the profession, this conversation is a rallying cry for nurses ready to lead with intention.
You’ll also hear a heartfelt reflection on mentorship, the importance of storytelling, and a fun segment called What’s in Your Purse? that brings a personal twist to Robin’s professional powerhouse status.
Whether you’re new to school nursing or a seasoned leader, this episode will leave you inspired to claim your title and lead wellness-centered change in your school.
Read the blog post that inspired this episode:
5 Steps to Claim the Title of Chief Wellness Officer in Your Schools
Don’t forget to subscribe, share, and leave a comment on Spotify—and follow Lisell on social media @TheSchoolNurseAdmin.
22 Apr 2025
Leading from the Health Office to the Boardroom
In this powerful episode, Lisell reconnects with the inspiring Nurse Clara Bruno—an early childhood school nurse who’s also making waves as a school board president! From the health office to the boardroom, Clara is proof that school nurses can lead change at every level.
In this episode, you’ll discover:
✅ How Nurse Clara’s journey led her from early childhood nursing to school board leadership
✅ The unique perspective school nurses bring to educational decision-making
✅ Why school nurses must advocate at the policy level—especially during critical funding moments
✅ How integrating student health and wellness improves academic outcomes
✅ Ways to overcome self-doubt and lean into leadership as a school nurse
✅ Fun, personal moments with Clara in the fan-favorite “What’s in Your Purse?” segment!
We want to hear from you! Please leave a comment or review to share your thoughts on this episode. Let us know what topics you'd like to hear on this podcast—made just for you!🔔 Don't forget to click the bell to receive notifications when a new episode drops!
Don't miss this energizing conversation filled with heart, humor, and the power of school nurse leadership.
Follow and share with fellow school nurses and advocates!
🔗 Connect with us:📸 Instagram: @SchoolNurseAdmin🎵 TikTok: @SchoolNurseAdmin📘 Facebook: TheSchoolNurseAdminLet’s keep leading the charge together!
8 Apr 2025
The Future of School Nursing and the School Nurse Capacity Study with Dr. Moss
In this episode of the School Nurse Huddle, host Lisell Zuñiga sits down with the incredible Dr. Eileen Moss, President of the Illinois Association of School Nurses. Dr. Moss dives into the transformative power of advocacy and policy change in school nursing—not just in Illinois but across state lines.
They break down the impact of the School Nurse Capacity Bill and how data-driven advocacy is helping secure funding, establish nurse-to-student ratios, and improve school health services. Dr. Moss also shares insights from Minnesota’s successful model and gives an exclusive sneak peek into her upcoming presentation at NASN 2025 in Austin, Texas.
💡 Key Takeaways:
✔️ The role of advocacy in shaping school nursing policy
✔️ How data-driven approaches improve student health outcomes
✔️ The future of school nursing and the impact of the School Nurse Capacity Study
✨ Don’t miss this powerful conversation about the future of school nursing and how YOU can be part of the change!
🔔 Follow Lisell on Instagram, TikTok, and Facebook @SchoolNurseAdmin for more updates and behind-the-scenes content.
25 Mar 2025
Shaping the Future of School Nursing Through Advocacy
In this powerful episode of the School Nurse Huddle, host Lisell Zuñiga sits down with the inspiring Gloria E. Barrera, a school nurse leader and policy advocate, to dive into the groundbreaking work behind the Illinois School Nurse Capacity Study.
Gloria shares her personal nursing journey—from her early calling to her influential role as the Illinois Association of School Nurses (IASN) President—and the pivotal moments that led to launching a statewide initiative to address school nurse staffing disparities.
💡 In this episode, you’ll discover:
✅ The story behind the Illinois School Nurse Capacity Study and why it matters
✅ The challenges and victories of getting HB5601 off the ground
✅ How grassroots advocacy and strategic partnerships helped drive momentum
✅ Gloria’s vision for school nursing at the national level as she runs for NASN President-Elect
🎯 Don't miss this behind-the-scenes look at the future of school nursing and the impact of policy-driven change.
👉 Follow and share with fellow school nurses and advocates!
📲 Stay connected: @SchoolNurseAdmin on Instagram, TikTok, and Facebook. Connect with Gloria at GloriaBarrera.rn@gmail.com (mailto:GloriaBarrera.rn@gmail.com)
🔊 Next episode: Dr. Eileen Moss joins us to explore the ongoing impact of the School Nurse Capacity Study and what’s next at NASN 2025!🎧 Tune in now and keep advocating, keep leading, and take care!
11 Mar 2025
Get to Know Me
It’s finally here! In this exciting debut episode, Lisell Zuñiga—award-winning school nurse leader and fierce health advocate—opens up about her personal journey, from a hesitant flu vaccine nurse to a powerhouse in school health leadership. She’s getting real about the challenges, the wins, and the lessons learned along the way.
But that’s not all—this podcast is all about YOU! School nurses are the backbone of our schools, and Lisell is here to empower and unite the school nurse community. Expect candid conversations about leadership, advocacy, mentorship, and health equity. Whether you’re a new school nurse or a seasoned pro, this is your space to connect, grow, and make a difference.
Plus, Lisell starts the conversation on the groundbreaking Illinois bill HB5601 and why it could change the future of school nursing. You won’t want to miss it!
Tune in, get inspired, and let’s build a stronger school nurse community together!
7 Mar 2025
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I'm Lisell Zuñiga, BSN, RN, PEL-CSN, a leader in school health administration and advocate for student wellness. I oversee health services across 21 schools, fostering safe and healthy educational environments.
Join me on the School Nurse Huddle podcast, where we explore school nursing, community health, advocacy, leadership, growth, and school safety. Each episode features insightful conversations and expert advice, celebrating the vital role of school nurses in promoting student well-being. Whether you're experienced or new, tune in to connect, empower, and inspire your journey in school health. Let's grow together—one huddle at a time!
Stay connected by following me on social media:Linktree: the_school_nurse_admin (https://linktr.ee/the_school_nurse_admin)
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