About this role
Job Description
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• Provide basic first aid and emergency care to students and staff.
• Administer medications and treatments as delegated by the licensed school nurse.
• Assist with monitoring students with chronic health conditions (e.g., diabetes, asthma, seizures) according to individualized health plans.
• Perform delegated health procedures such as:
• Blood glucose monitoring
• Catheterization assistance
• Tube feeding
• Nebulizer treatments
• Other procedures as trained and delegated by the nurse
• Document student health visits, treatments, and medication administration in accordance with district and state requirements.
• Support health screenings (vision, hearing, growth, etc.) under nurse direction
• Communicate health-related information to staff, families, and the school nurse as appropriate.
• Maintain the cleanliness, organization, and stock of the health room.
• Uphold student confidentiality and comply with FERPA, HIPAA, and district policies.
• Assist in maintaining immunization and health compliance records.
• Provide health education and wellness support as directed by the nurse
• Participate in staff training related to health and safety protocols.
• Other related duties as assigned.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
• Physically able to occasionally lift and/or move up to twenty-five (25) pounds.
• Ability to walk, stand, sit, stoop, bend, reach, kneel, crawl, and grasp as required to successfully perform all duties and requirements.
• Ability to focus (adjust eye to bring an object into sharp focus), clear vision at twenty (20) inches or less, and clear vision at twenty (20) feet or more.
• Must be able to work in heat and cold (outside seasonal temperatures).
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
• High School graduate or GED.
• Current First Aid/CPR card (must keep current and up to date)
• Previous experience in health care, childcare or school setting preferred.
• Ability to perform delegated medical tasks after training by the school nurse.
• Strong organization, communication, and record-keeping skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism in all situations.