Nurse Associate

School Associate

The School Associate plays a vital role in supporting students and staff by assisting with daily classroom activities, supervising students, and helping create a positive, safe, and productive learning environment.

Key responsibilities include:

• Providing basic first aid and health-related support to students under established district procedures and the direction of the school nurse and/or building administration.
• Assessing student health concerns and determining appropriate next steps within the scope of the position, including returning students to class, contacting parents/guardians, or seeking additional medical assistance.
• Administering medications and providing routine health-related services in accordance with physician orders, parent/guardian authorization, district policy, and applicable procedures.
• Maintaining accurate and confidential student health records, including documentation of health office visits, injuries, illnesses, medications, and parent/guardian communications.
• Monitoring students with known health conditions and assisting in implementing individual health plans, emergency action plans, and other health-related accommodations as directed by the school nurse.
• Responding appropriately to student injuries, illnesses, and medical emergencies, including following established emergency protocols and contacting appropriate personnel.
• Communicating effectively and professionally with parents/guardians, teachers, administrators, the school nurse, and other staff regarding student health needs.
• Supporting student attendance and learning by helping students safely return to the classroom when appropriate while identifying situations that require additional care or dismissal.
• Assisting with health screenings, immunization records, required health documentation, and other student health compliance activities.
• Maintaining the health office, supplies, equipment, and medication storage areas in a clean, organized, secure, and appropriately stocked condition.
• Following infection-control practices and district procedures related to communicable illnesses, bodily fluids, sanitation, and student health and safety.
• Maintaining strict confidentiality regarding student medical, educational, and personal information.
• Providing students with calm, compassionate, age-appropriate care while promoting independence and appropriate health and hygiene practices.
• Collaborating with school personnel to support students whose health needs may affect their participation, behavior, attendance, or academic success.
• Performing other health, safety, clerical, and student-support duties as assigned by the school nurse or building administration.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent required; additional education or experience working with children is preferred.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Patience, flexibility, and a genuine care for children and their well-being.
• Ability to work as part of a team and take direction from supervising staff.

Reports to: Building Principal and District Nurse