26-27 Health Services Attendant - Chickahominy Middle & Atlee High School

Health Clinic Assistant

Assists the School Nurse in the health clinic. Assists with direct services to students and staff related to medical issues. Responsible for providing assistance with general health assessment and any necessary treatment and or referral for all students and staff who report to the clinic. Assists with daily and PRN medication.

Knowledge of general clerical duties, health education and OSHA. Must have the ability and skills to perform CPR and administer first aid. Good communication, medical judgment, computer skills, and organization. Must be able to make appropriate medical judgments, consult with school nurse when necessary, maintain student records, and provide health education.

Contacts with students, parents, and staff may be non-cooperative and require diplomacy, skillful and thoughtful debate, tact and confidentiality.

Valid certification as EMT, CNA, or CMA. At least two years as an EMT or CNA. Current certification in cardio-pulmonary resuscitation and first aid from a recognized provider (e.g., American Heart Association).

Assigned School. 7.25/hr 182 days. School Nurse. Paygrade 05. Job requires incumbent to work out of 2 locations. Non-Exempt.

Must have the use of sensory skills in order to effectively communicate and interact with other employees and the public through the use of the telephone and personal contact. Physical capability to effectively use and operate various items of office related equipment. Duties are typically performed in a school clinic. Occasional lifting of objects up to 40 pounds and moving of students weighing up to 150 pounds with assistive equipment may be necessary. Position requires climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching and grasping. Occasional exposure to potentially infectious diseases and bloodborne pathogens is possible. Occasional movement of students by wheelchair and other mechanical devices may be necessary. Daily close and personal contact with students and regular contact with school teachers.