Job Description
Job Title Health Assistant		Evaluation Type Paraprofessional	Department Assigned Campus
Pay Grade P2	FLSA Non-Exempt	Date Revised May 2023	Supervisor Principal/District Head Nurse

 

BASIC FUNCTION & RESPONSIBILITY: Assist school nurse (RN) by assuming routine record keeping activities, providing minor first aid care, and conducting health screenings at campus level. Work under the immediate guidance and direction of a licensed registered nurse.

 

ENTRY QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or GED
• Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) or Medical Assistant Training preferred

EXPERIENCE: One-year experience in health-related position, including contact with school-age children

 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of basic first aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR)
• Obtain Vision/Hearing, and Scoliosis Certification within 6 months of hire
• Knowledge of Immunizations required for schools
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Proficient keyboarding and file maintenance skills
• Ability to use personal computer and software to develop databases and do word processing
• Ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written)

 

CHARACTERISTIC DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: The essential functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the characteristic duties, responsibilities, knowledge, skills, and abilities noted herein; however, this is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by positions found in this job description.

 

Health Services:

1. Provide basic first aid and care for minor injuries and illness according to a detailed protocol established by the school nurse (RN) or medical advisor.
2. Administer medication to students according to board policy and district procedures; maintain accurate log of medications dispensed.
3. Take vital signs (temperature, pulse, respiration rate, and blood pressure). Communicate findings to supervising school health staff for direction.
4. Assist with screening activities including (but not limited to) vision, hearing, scoliosis, Acanthosis Nigricans, and measuring height and weight when needed.
5. Escort students to and from clinic and assist students with disabilities as needed.
6. Contact parents of students who need to be picked up from school according to established school health services protocols or as directed by the school nurse (RN).
7. Contact EMS according to established school health services protocols or as directed by the school nurse (RN).

 

Safety:

8. Use Universal Precautions Procedures when cleaning all body spills and providing wound care.
9. Keep health clinic clean and sanitary.

Clerical: 

10. Record information on student health records.
11. Send out routine notices and/or referrals to parents.
12. Compile, maintain, and file all physical and computerized reports, records, and other documents
    required, including accurate, updated health records on all students.
13. Monitor and maintain data entry, reports, and records using district provided supplies and electronics.
14. Make appointments for and maintain schedule of the school nurse (RN).
15. Maintain a daily log of health office activities, including reportable accidents, communicable disease
    data, and referrals to school nurse (RN).
16. Maintain clinic supply inventory and request supplies as needed.
17. Prepare and arrange bulletin boards, displays, models, etc.

Compliance:

18. Comply with policies established by federal and state laws, Texas Department of Health rule, State
    Board of Education rule, and board policy in health services area.
19. Comply with all district and campus routines and regulations.
20. Maintain confidentiality.

EQUIPMENT USED: Thermometer, blood pressure cuff, audiometer, otoscope, sphygmomanometer, vision screening

equipment, thermoscan, basic clinic equipment, personal computer, and copier

 

SUPERVISION EXERCISED:  None

 

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

• Tools/Equipment Used: Standard medical clinic equipment; special needs adaptive equipment; standard office equipment including computer and peripherals
• Posture: Frequent standing, sitting, kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing pulling, and twisting
• Motion: Frequent walking, grasping/squeezing, wrist flexion/extension
• Lifting: Frequent light lifting and carrying (under 15 pounds); may require regular heavy lifting (45 pounds or more) and position of students with physical disabilities; controlling behavior through physical restraint, assisting nonambulatory students
• Environment: Exposure to biological hazards, bacteria, and communicable diseases
• Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress

 

*Adapted from Recommended School Health Staff Roles for unlicensed assistive personnel published by the Texas Department of Health School Health Advisory Committee, January 14, 2013. Certified Nurse Assist (CNA) and Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) are considered unlicensed assistive personnel.