Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) M-F, 5.5 hrs/day

Certified Nursing Assistant - Health Services

The Certified Nursing Assistant - Health Services provides basic healthcare to students and helps maintain a safe, compliant school environment. The position supports the school nurse in managing students with chronic illnesses, special health needs, and daily medical requirements. Responsibilities include providing basic emergency care, facilitating communication among students, families, and school staff, and collaborating closely with school office personnel and other team members to support efficient school operations. The role adheres to established health and safety standards to maintain a clean, organized, and well-stocked health office.

Under the supervision of the Director of Student Services or designee, the position performs the following essential duties:

• Direct Student Care: Assists the school nurse in providing basic healthcare to students and performs first aid procedures and basic emergency care when necessary.
• Medication Administration: Administers medication to students exactly as directed by the school nurse.
• Record Management: Assists in maintaining accurate, current, and confidential student health records, including immunization records and medical histories; utilizes electronic systems for data entry and record management; and prepares required reports and documentation for county, state, and federal agencies as directed.
• Program & Specialized Support: Supports the school nurse in conducting health screenings and health education programs. Supports the school nurse in managing students with chronic illnesses and special health needs.
• Operations: Maintains inventory of medical supplies and equipment. Ensures the health office is clean, organized, and adheres to health and safety standards.
• Communication: Helps facilitate communication between students, parents, and the school nurse regarding health-related issues.
• Compliance: Complies with laws and policies regarding student health services.

Minimum Qualifications

Education & Certification: Completion of a certificated nursing assistant program. Current certification as a Nursing Assistant.

Experience: Experience in a pediatric setting or school health is preferred.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Technical Skills: Knowledge of first aid procedures and ability to administer medications. Strong understanding of confidentiality obligations.

The position also requires proficiency with typical office technology and electronic systems, including data entry, electronic records, communication tools, and standard office equipment.

Role Scope: This job description is designed to align with nursing best practices.

Interpersonal Skills: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Demonstrated ability to work well with children and adolescents.

Health Equity: Understanding of inequities in healthcare access and a commitment to continual improvement for students.

Physical and Cognitive Requirements

Physical Mobility: Ability to move quickly across school grounds and within buildings to respond to medical emergencies.

Student Assistance: Physical capacity to assist students with varying mobility needs as part of daily healthcare routines.

Office Management: Ability to manage and maintain the health office, including organizing medical supplies and equipment.

Cognitive Processing: Competency in managing complex student health data and maintaining high levels of accuracy in record keeping.

Task Prioritization: Ability to prioritize multiple medical and administrative tasks effectively in a fast-paced environment.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the Essential Functions satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the requirements that would enable an individual to perform at appropriate levels. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to meet the required responsibilities.