Nurse Aide

PRIMARY PURPOSE:

Assist the school nurse (RN) by assuming routine record-keeping activities, providing minor first aid care and conducting health screenings at the campus level. Works under the immediate guidance and direction of a licensed Registered Nurse and/or Licensed Vocational Nurse.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education: High School Diploma or equivalent Medical Assistant or Certified Nurse Assistant certificate, preferred Current BLS Provider certification preferred Willingness to acquire the following certifications and training: Vision, Hearing, and Spinal Screening Certifications BLS Provider Certification Unlicensed Diabetes Care Assistant (UDCA) training Special Knowledge/Skills: Excellent organizational, communication and interpersonal skills Proficient computer keyboarding skills with emphasis on numerical data entry General knowledge of office equipment Computer skills and willingness to learn/adapt/lead other nurses in implementation of district software/Electronic Health Record Ability to work within a team framework as well as perform responsibilities independently Experience: Clerical experience (preferred) Experience working with school age adolescents (preferred) Essential Functions: Provide basic first aid and care for minor injuries and illness according to a detailed protocol established by the school nurse or Director of Health Services. Administer medication to students according to board policy and district procedures and maintain an accurate log of medication dispensed. Take vital signs (temperature, pulse, respiration rate, pulse oximeter and blood pressure. Communicate findings to the school nurse for direction. Assist with screening activities including vision and hearing testing and spinal screening. Communicate with parents regarding individual students as directed by the school nurse. Escort students to and from the nurse's office. Serve as a member of the first responder team. Attend health services meetings when scheduled. Maintain accurate student health records, including immunization records, medication administration records, and individual student treatment records. Compile, maintain, and file all physical and computerized reports, records, and other documents required, including accurate updated health records on all students. Maintain nurse's office supply inventory and request supplies monthly as needed. 12. Perform routine clerical duties including answering the telephone and maintaining daily nursing documentation. Willing to travel within the district to assist in various campus settings, if not a stationary position. Comply with policies established by federal and state laws, Texas Department of State Health Services, State Board of Education rule, and Splendora ISD board policy in the health services area. Comply with all district and campus routines and regulations. Adhere to HIPAA/FERPA and confidentiality rules and regulations. Performs other job-related duties as assigned. Other: Maintain confidentiality. Participate in staff development training programs, faculty meetings, and special events as assigned. Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures. Other duties as assigned. Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors: Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment, including computer and peripherals; standard instructional equipment; other specialized and adaptive equipment used by students Posture: Frequent standing; kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting Motion: Frequent walking and reaching Lifting: Frequent lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds); Occasional heavy lifting (45 pounds or over), positioning of students with physical disabilities, controlling behavior through physical restraint, assisting nonambulatory students, and lifting and moving adaptive and other classroom equipment Environment: Work inside and outside (exposure to sun, heat, cold, and inclement weather); exposure to noise; exposure to biological hazards (bacteria, communicable diseases) Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress Note: The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all-inclusive of every task or responsibility. Other Information: The District contributes $330 per month toward the cost of employee-only health insurance, which is $105 more than the state-required amount of $225/month. All employees in this position receive free treatment at any Next Level Urgent Care. #J-18808-Ljbffr Splendora Independent School District