Health Liaison - Falcon Creek Middle School

Job Title : Health Liaison FLSA Exemption Status : Non-Exempt Classification Group : Staff Support Supervising Position : School Principal or designee Pay Plan : Educational Support Personnel Pay Range : Range 05 Last Updated : 09/2026 Pay Information Benefits Information JOB SUMMARY : Directly assist in meeting the health needs of students autonomously and/or under the direction of a licensed registered school nurse (RN) when necessary, based on the scope of practice of the position incumbent. Perform clinic triage. Administer first aid for acute conditions and assist in managing students with chronic health conditions. Perform health care tasks and nursing delegated tasks, including tracheostomy care/suctioning, oxygen administration, catheterization, medication administration, insulin administration, in accordance with state laws and district protocol and procedures. Respond to emergency situations (anaphylaxis, asthma exacerbation, seizure, injuries, adrenal insufficiency, etc..) using first aid. Documents, records, and maintains health information.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :

The subsequent duties outline the fundamental operations of the position and exemplify the nature of the tasks carried out. They do not encompass a comprehensive inventory of the obligations and responsibilities fulfilled in this role. The approximation of frequencies and time allocation percentages are flexible and subject to the requirements of the organization.Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1. Provide routine medical care for students and staff as well as triage, first aid/urgent care, and routine interventions for ill and injured students in the health clinic in accordance with state regulations, scope of practice, district training, and emergency care guidelines. This includes providing technical physical care for students with medical needs such as tracheostomy care and suctioning,care of gastrostomy tubes, catheterization, mandatory reporting, and when delegated by a registered school nurse, accurately followstudent medication delivery orders, diabetes medication administration,etc. Daily 20%
2. Interview students and staff regarding current problems, medications, and review medical records for health information. Obtain and record vital signs, including pulse, blood pressure, temperature, and respiration Daily 15%
3. Maintain all health records, including log of daily health clinic visits. Communicate with parent/guardian via phone and/or email as necessary. Daily 10%
4. Participate in student treatment regimen, including administering medications (may be under the supervision of a registered nurse). May need to administer lifesaving medications through various routes (subcutaneous, intramuscular, rectal, intranasal, inhaled, gastronomy tube or by mouth). Daily 10%
5. Collect data to support health related needs and interventions during the school. Daily 5%
6. Share information with school stakeholders that meet the needs of individual children and families while understanding and respecting the values, beliefs, traditions, cultural influences, and circumstances of a culturally diverse population. Daily 5%
7. Assist with student needs, including mandatory reporting if necessary. Maintain a clean and orderly work environment. Follow standard precautions, hand hygiene, and respiratory etiquette. Daily 5%
8. Perform basic clerical duties such as data entry, alphabetizing, filing, duplicating, laminating, taking inventory, ordering supplies, and light bookkeeping. Daily 5%
9. Contribute to the maintenance of student immunization files and ensure all students have an appropriate Certificate of Immunization or Certificate of Exemption (or other documentation required by current state statute). Prepare immunization compliance plans, track students who are in-process, and assist families to achieve compliance. Daily 5%
10. Contact emergency services as necessary. Communicate with emergency contact for ill or injured students according to state laws and district protocol and guidelines. Daily 5%
11. Form community partnerships and engage resources with agencies that will meet the needs of families Daily 5%
12. Promote awareness of developmental age-appropriate best practices. Provide support, staff development, and training. Daily 5%
13. Perform other duties as assigned or requested. Daily 5%

TOTAL 100%

REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS : This job has no direct supervisory responsibilities.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :

The minimum prerequisites of formal education, professional work experience, certifications, licenses, endorsements, designations, trainings, and other criteria that a candidate must fulfill to be considered for a position. It is essential that certifications, licenses, endorsements, designations, and trainings are fulfilled, valid, and not expired. Criminal background check and fingerprinting required High School Equivalency (HSE) diploma One (1) year of healthcare, medical, fitness, or related experience Minimum of fifteen (15) credit hours of coursework related to healthcare/wellness Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR)/First Aid certification Intermediate math skills Intermediate knowledge of typical office equipment such as telephones, copiers, computers, email, etc. Intermediate knowledge of community resources Intermediate knowledge of the Microsoft Office Suite Advanced knowledge of health clinic equipment that provide objective observations Advanced verbal and written communication skills Advanced interpersonal relations skills, including professional telephone and email communication Advanced organizational and time management skills Ability to diffuse and manage stressful and/or volatile situations Ability to maintain confidentiality in all aspects of the job in accordance with FERPA and HIPAA Ability and willingness to have medical contact with and provide physical care for students Ability and willingness to provide basic custodial services in health clinic Ability to work independently and collaboratively with others Ability to work one-on-one and in small groups with students

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS :

The physical demands, mental functions, cognitive capacities, and work environment factors required to perform a position’s essential functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Medium work strength level (lifting or carrying 50 pounds) Works both indoors and outdoors Typically a moderate noise level Work location is subject to change to meet the requirements of the organization Frequent standing, walking, bending, reaching, squatting, and climbing Speaking and hearing Eye/hand coordination (e.g., typing, ten key) Close, distance, color, and peripheral vision, visual concentration depth perception, and ability to adjust focus Concentrated reading/writing/mathematics Occasional repetitive motions, lifting, pulling, overhead work, and pushing May be required to perform physical restraint May be required to assist students with custodial needs (feeding, toilet, etc.) Some evening meetings Ability to drive/travel to sites around the district Normal office environment Exposure to outdoor weather conditions

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS :

Formal education, professional work experience, certifications, licenses, endorsements, designations, trainings, and other qualifications relevant to the position that are strongly preferred but not mandatory for a candidate to be considered. Experience working in the public sector Experience working directly with people from diverse racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic backgrounds Racially conscious and culturally competent with the skill, will, capacity, and knowledge to commit to a culture of continuous improvement Medical Assistant, Certified Nursing Assistant, Emergency Medical Technician, or Paramedic certification Qualified medication administration personnel (QMAP)/medication administration qualified Racially conscious and culturally competent with the skill, will, capacity, and knowledge to commit to a culture of continuous improvement #J-18808-Ljbffr Cherry Creek Schools