Our staff
CHUH School Nurses
CHUH School Nurses
Office hours: Monday-Friday 8am-4:30pm
Office hours: Monday-Friday 8am-4:30pm
Linda Rudy, MEd, RN, LSN "Nurse Rudy"
BSN: Ursuline CollegeLSN: Ashland UniversityM Ed in school nursing Cambridge College
I started my nursing career in Orthopedics and then Outpatient Surgery and Recovery Room. When my kids started elementary school I started subbing in the district and I knew I had found my calling, School Nursing. After completing my school nurse licensure I was hired full time for the district and have never looked back. After working in school nursing for over ten years I decided to further my education and attended Cambridge College for my MEd in school nursing. It was one of the greatest experiences of my life and connected me with school nurses from all over the country whom I still keep in contact with for collaboration. I am starting my seventh year as the head nurse for the district and love working with such a caring and conscientious group of nurses. I am dedicated to the health and well being of our students, staff and community.
Email: L_rudy@chuh.orgPhone: (216) 320-3519 Rox MidSecure Fax: (216)320-5608
BSN: Ursuline CollegeLSN: Ashland UniversityM Ed in school nursing Cambridge College
I started my nursing career in Orthopedics and then Outpatient Surgery and Recovery Room. When my kids started elementary school I started subbing in the district and I knew I had found my calling, School Nursing. After completing my school nurse licensure I was hired full time for the district and have never looked back. After working in school nursing for over ten years I decided to further my education and attended Cambridge College for my MEd in school nursing. It was one of the greatest experiences of my life and connected me with school nurses from all over the country whom I still keep in contact with for collaboration. I am starting my seventh year as the head nurse for the district and love working with such a caring and conscientious group of nurses. I am dedicated to the health and well being of our students, staff and community.
Email: L_rudy@chuh.orgPhone: (216) 320-3519 Rox MidSecure Fax: (216)320-5608
Rose Varcelli, MEd, BSN, RN, LSN"Nurse Rose"
MEd from Ashland UniversityBSN from Case Western Reserve University Member of the National Association of School Nurses and the Ohio Association of School Nurses
After working several years in youth ministry and the banking industry, I was inspired by my best friend to pursue a career in nursing. I started my nursing journey at University Hospitals and after 14 years I continued my career at Southpointe Hospital. During my hospital tenure, I gained experience in a variety of specialties, including Orthopedics, Maternity Care, Neonatal Nursing, Home Care, and Psychiatry. My love for Behavioral Medicine took me to a nursing position in the Bellefaire JCB Health Clinic, which after several years, led me to Bellefaire School, my first school nurse position in the district. I admit I miss Bellefaire School, but since its closing, I have experienced all levels of school nursing in my roles at Gearity, Fairfax, Wiley, and Heights High. This is my 18th year in the district and 7th year at the High School. I am thankful to have come full circle and am grateful to be working with adolescents again. I'm proud to be part of the Tiger Nation Nursing Team and blessed to be surrounded by incredible, dedicated colleagues.
Email: R_varcelli@chuh.orgPhone: (216) 320-3109 CHHSSecure Fax: (216) 320-3144
MEd from Ashland UniversityBSN from Case Western Reserve University Member of the National Association of School Nurses and the Ohio Association of School Nurses
After working several years in youth ministry and the banking industry, I was inspired by my best friend to pursue a career in nursing. I started my nursing journey at University Hospitals and after 14 years I continued my career at Southpointe Hospital. During my hospital tenure, I gained experience in a variety of specialties, including Orthopedics, Maternity Care, Neonatal Nursing, Home Care, and Psychiatry. My love for Behavioral Medicine took me to a nursing position in the Bellefaire JCB Health Clinic, which after several years, led me to Bellefaire School, my first school nurse position in the district. I admit I miss Bellefaire School, but since its closing, I have experienced all levels of school nursing in my roles at Gearity, Fairfax, Wiley, and Heights High. This is my 18th year in the district and 7th year at the High School. I am thankful to have come full circle and am grateful to be working with adolescents again. I'm proud to be part of the Tiger Nation Nursing Team and blessed to be surrounded by incredible, dedicated colleagues.
Email: R_varcelli@chuh.orgPhone: (216) 320-3109 CHHSSecure Fax: (216) 320-3144
Margie Rossander, MPH, BSN, RN, LSN "Nurse Margie"
West Coast University- Master of Public Health Ashland University -School Nurse Licensure CertificationIndiana University of Pennsylvania -Bachelor of Science in NursingMember of National Association of School Nurses and Ohio Association of School Nurses
About me: I have been in the CH-UH district since 2011, having previously worked in emergency rooms and level 1 trauma centers. I also served as an Army Nurse Corps officer after completing my bachelor's degree.I love working in the school setting and helping students and families be in their best physical and mental health. IB Trait: Inquirer- I enjoy learning new things and solving problems in creative ways. I use critical thinking skills with evidence-based research to guide my practice.
Quote: Learning is a treasure that will follow its owner everywhere. – Chinese Proverb
Email: M_rossander@chuh.orgPhone: (216) 320-4713 Canterbury (216) 320-4611 Roxboro El.Secure Fax: (216) 320-5609
West Coast University- Master of Public Health Ashland University -School Nurse Licensure CertificationIndiana University of Pennsylvania -Bachelor of Science in NursingMember of National Association of School Nurses and Ohio Association of School Nurses
About me: I have been in the CH-UH district since 2011, having previously worked in emergency rooms and level 1 trauma centers. I also served as an Army Nurse Corps officer after completing my bachelor's degree.I love working in the school setting and helping students and families be in their best physical and mental health. IB Trait: Inquirer- I enjoy learning new things and solving problems in creative ways. I use critical thinking skills with evidence-based research to guide my practice.
Quote: Learning is a treasure that will follow its owner everywhere. – Chinese Proverb
Email: M_rossander@chuh.orgPhone: (216) 320-4713 Canterbury (216) 320-4611 Roxboro El.Secure Fax: (216) 320-5609
Laura DeLambo,MSN,BSN RN,LSN"Nurse Laura"
MSN: Youngstown State University LSN: Youngstown State University BSN: Bowling Green Sate UniversityMember of National Association of School Nurses and Ohio Association of School Nurses
Email: L_delambo@chuh.orgPhone: (216) 320-4653 Gearity(216) 320-4905 BoulevardSecure Fax: (216) 320-5601
MSN: Youngstown State University LSN: Youngstown State University BSN: Bowling Green Sate UniversityMember of National Association of School Nurses and Ohio Association of School Nurses
Email: L_delambo@chuh.orgPhone: (216) 320-4653 Gearity(216) 320-4905 BoulevardSecure Fax: (216) 320-5601
Regina A. Lacey BSN, RN"Nurse Lacey"
BSN: Ohio University
I knew I was destined to be a nurse as early as elementary school after caring for my grandmother. Ihave taken many paths on my nursing journey. My experiences include Emergency Care, Orthopedics,Neurology, School Nursing, Camp Nursing, and Hospice Care. I am proud of the experience I havegained. I fell in love with school nursing after working for a charter school for three years and that lovewas solidified while spending my summers in the White Mountains of New Hampshire working as acamp nurse. Being a school nurse provides me the ability to build relationships with students andsupporting them on their paths to greatness. For me, each day is a new day to connect with students,staff, and families to help make the health and success of their student a priority. It is my goal to providecompassionate care to limit injury, and illness, while enhancing the overall health of our students. I amexcited to join the Tiger Nation Nursing Team!
Email: R.lacey@chuh.orgPhone (216) 320-4759Secure Fax: (216) 320-5606
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BSN: Ohio University
I knew I was destined to be a nurse as early as elementary school after caring for my grandmother. Ihave taken many paths on my nursing journey. My experiences include Emergency Care, Orthopedics,Neurology, School Nursing, Camp Nursing, and Hospice Care. I am proud of the experience I havegained. I fell in love with school nursing after working for a charter school for three years and that lovewas solidified while spending my summers in the White Mountains of New Hampshire working as acamp nurse. Being a school nurse provides me the ability to build relationships with students andsupporting them on their paths to greatness. For me, each day is a new day to connect with students,staff, and families to help make the health and success of their student a priority. It is my goal to providecompassionate care to limit injury, and illness, while enhancing the overall health of our students. I amexcited to join the Tiger Nation Nursing Team!
Email: R.lacey@chuh.orgPhone (216) 320-4759Secure Fax: (216) 320-5606
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Nursing Para Professionals
Nursing Para Professionals
Debbie ScoteseHigh School"Ms. Debbie"
Hi, I am Debbie Scotese and I will be starting my 7th year as a Health Aide at Cleveland Heights High School.I started out in the South Euclid/Lyndhurst School District working for the Cuyahoga County Board of Health as a Health Aide at Ridgebury Elementary, Memorial Junior High School and Brush High School. I worked there for 13 years and then I continued working at South Euclid/Lyndhurst schools for PSI for 3 more years. I now enjoy working with Nurse Rose at Cleveland Heights High School and taking care of the students.
In my spare time I enjoy reading and spending time with my two sons, Nick, 33 and Vince, 27. Hopefully we will see each other soon. Stay healthy and safe.
Email: D_scotese@chuh.orgPhone: (216) 320-3108 CHHSSecure Fax: (216) 320-3144
Hi, I am Debbie Scotese and I will be starting my 7th year as a Health Aide at Cleveland Heights High School.I started out in the South Euclid/Lyndhurst School District working for the Cuyahoga County Board of Health as a Health Aide at Ridgebury Elementary, Memorial Junior High School and Brush High School. I worked there for 13 years and then I continued working at South Euclid/Lyndhurst schools for PSI for 3 more years. I now enjoy working with Nurse Rose at Cleveland Heights High School and taking care of the students.
In my spare time I enjoy reading and spending time with my two sons, Nick, 33 and Vince, 27. Hopefully we will see each other soon. Stay healthy and safe.
Email: D_scotese@chuh.orgPhone: (216) 320-3108 CHHSSecure Fax: (216) 320-3144
Taylor WareRoxboro/ Monticello Middle"Miss Taylor"
Hi, I am Taylor Ware and this will be my second year as a Nurse Aide at Gearity Elementary, Monticello and Roxboro Middle Schools. I graduated from The Ohio State University with a Bachelor’s degree in Biology. After graduation, I began working as a Nurse Aide at the Cleveland Clinic. I left the Cleveland Clinic to join the CH-UH City School District and am so happy that I made this move. I enjoy working with the students and helping them feel better so they are able to succeed in class.
My hobbies and interests include watching sports, working out, traveling, and spending time with my fiance and our 1 year old daughter, Rose. I am very excited for this school year and hope that I will be able to see everyone soon. Until then, be well and stay healthy!
Email: Ta_ware@chuh.orgPhone: (216) 320-3719 Monticello (216) 320-3519 Rox Mid
Hi, I am Taylor Ware and this will be my second year as a Nurse Aide at Gearity Elementary, Monticello and Roxboro Middle Schools. I graduated from The Ohio State University with a Bachelor’s degree in Biology. After graduation, I began working as a Nurse Aide at the Cleveland Clinic. I left the Cleveland Clinic to join the CH-UH City School District and am so happy that I made this move. I enjoy working with the students and helping them feel better so they are able to succeed in class.
My hobbies and interests include watching sports, working out, traveling, and spending time with my fiance and our 1 year old daughter, Rose. I am very excited for this school year and hope that I will be able to see everyone soon. Until then, be well and stay healthy!
Email: Ta_ware@chuh.orgPhone: (216) 320-3719 Monticello (216) 320-3519 Rox Mid
Andrea Smith Oxford/ Gearity Elementary"Ms Smith"
Hello all! My name is Andrea Smith and I have had the honor of being a Cleveland Heights team player for over 13 years and it’s been my pleasure to have spent the last 5 1/2 years working as a nursing assistant. It’s so funny when I have students come to see me and I’m like "I know your Mom/Dad" because I went to school with one or both of their parents. The look on their faces is priceless! Did I mention I’m a Cleveland Heights Alum as well! It’s been such an amazing journey returning to my old stomping grounds and being able to give back what was once given to me!
When I’m not driving my school kids to and from school or fixing boo-boos in the nurses office, I am “just” regular ol’ Mom to my 13 year son and my 22 year old daughter as well Mummy to my fur babies. I hope that each and every one of you is staying safe and healthy, I miss seeing all of those smiling faces and I hope to see you all real soon!
Email: An_smith@chuh.orgPhone: (216) 320- 4955 Oxford (216) 320-4854 Gearity
Hello all! My name is Andrea Smith and I have had the honor of being a Cleveland Heights team player for over 13 years and it’s been my pleasure to have spent the last 5 1/2 years working as a nursing assistant. It’s so funny when I have students come to see me and I’m like "I know your Mom/Dad" because I went to school with one or both of their parents. The look on their faces is priceless! Did I mention I’m a Cleveland Heights Alum as well! It’s been such an amazing journey returning to my old stomping grounds and being able to give back what was once given to me!
When I’m not driving my school kids to and from school or fixing boo-boos in the nurses office, I am “just” regular ol’ Mom to my 13 year son and my 22 year old daughter as well Mummy to my fur babies. I hope that each and every one of you is staying safe and healthy, I miss seeing all of those smiling faces and I hope to see you all real soon!
Email: An_smith@chuh.orgPhone: (216) 320- 4955 Oxford (216) 320-4854 Gearity
Bertha PickettCanterbury Elementary
Hello my name is Bertha Lee Pickett and I was first introduced to the idea of being a Nurse Aide for the District in 2006 working with Nurse Rose at Wiley Middle School. I have always had a passion for helping others. I am a Bus Driver for the District as well. I love to sing and I have had the pleasure of performing in Milan, Italy. The greatest compliment I received was from the childhood friend of Mahalia Jackson when I performed in New Orleans who thanked me for bringing Mahalia home. I enjoy singing, reading and traveling. I love children and I hope that I am a shining example to them.
Email: B_pickett@chuh.orgPhone: (216) 320-4713 Canterbury
Hello my name is Bertha Lee Pickett and I was first introduced to the idea of being a Nurse Aide for the District in 2006 working with Nurse Rose at Wiley Middle School. I have always had a passion for helping others. I am a Bus Driver for the District as well. I love to sing and I have had the pleasure of performing in Milan, Italy. The greatest compliment I received was from the childhood friend of Mahalia Jackson when I performed in New Orleans who thanked me for bringing Mahalia home. I enjoy singing, reading and traveling. I love children and I hope that I am a shining example to them.
Email: B_pickett@chuh.orgPhone: (216) 320-4713 Canterbury
Marilyn DossBoulevard/ Gearity Elementary"Ms. Marilyn"
Email: M_doss@chuh.orgPhone: (216) 320-4653 Boulevard (216) 320-4854 Gearity
Email: M_doss@chuh.orgPhone: (216) 320-4653 Boulevard (216) 320-4854 Gearity
Lisa JohnsonFairfax/ Noble Elementary
Email: Li_johnson@chuh.orgPhone: (216) 320-4805 Fairfax (216) 320-4905 Noble
Email: Li_johnson@chuh.orgPhone: (216) 320-4805 Fairfax (216) 320-4905 Noble
Denise DavisCanterbury/ Roxboro Elementary
Email: De_davis@chuh.orgPhone: (216) 320-4713 Canterbury (216) 320-4611 Rox El
Email: De_davis@chuh.orgPhone: (216) 320-4713 Canterbury (216) 320-4611 Rox El
Zhalecia MotleyOxford/ Options"Ms. Z"
Hello my name is Zhalecia "Z" Motley. I have been a nursing assistant for 26 years. I have worked all genre of the nursing field. My grandmother was a RN at the old St.Lukes Hospital, which was one of the things that drew me to the field of nursing. I have a natural passion for helping people. My father always told me you never look down on people unless your extending your hand to help them up. These are words that I live by today! My passion is cooking, my church, traveling, working out & spending time with family, my sons 40 yrs & 30 yrs plus 5 grandchildren.
Email: Z_motley@chuh.orgPhone: (216) 320-4955 Oxford (216) 320-2387 Options
Hello my name is Zhalecia "Z" Motley. I have been a nursing assistant for 26 years. I have worked all genre of the nursing field. My grandmother was a RN at the old St.Lukes Hospital, which was one of the things that drew me to the field of nursing. I have a natural passion for helping people. My father always told me you never look down on people unless your extending your hand to help them up. These are words that I live by today! My passion is cooking, my church, traveling, working out & spending time with family, my sons 40 yrs & 30 yrs plus 5 grandchildren.
Email: Z_motley@chuh.orgPhone: (216) 320-4955 Oxford (216) 320-2387 Options