Job Description - Nurse Assistant

JOB TITLE: Nurse Assistant

MAJOR FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The person in this position is responsible for supporting the operation of the school health program by the delivery of services as defined for unlicensed personnel.

EXAMPLES OF KEY DUTIES: The duties of this position include:

• Administers basic first aid and care to ill and injured students according to district policies and procedures
• Performs specialized health care procedures for students in accordance with district policies and protocols
• Refers specific student health problems and concerns, including consultation for the ill or injured student, to the assigned school nurse
• Performs health screenings according to district and state requirements
• Manages the exclusion and follow-up in communicable disease control
• Interprets immunization records and helps ensure compliance with immunization laws and policies
• Maintains clinic inventory and ensures a healthful clinic environment
• Updates and maintains student health records at regular and/or required intervals
• Compiles and utilizes statistical health data using current technology
• Serves as a liaison between school, home and community
• Assists the assigned school nurse in preparation for health teaching activities
• Performs other related duties as required

STAFF RELATIONSHIPS: This person is directly responsible to the building principal and is clinically assisted by the licensed professional nurse.

QUALIFICATIONS: The person in this position should have the following credentials:

• High school diploma or GED
• Clear and concise written/oral communication
• Ability to plan and organize work
• Ability to act as a team builder with adaptability to the change process
• Willingness to support and advocate for children
• Keyboard ability and interest in computer technology

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Schedule of workdays and salary as set by the Board of Trustees.

R: 10/02