Health Aide (FY27)

SUMMARY: Assists in the smooth and efficient operation of the school health offices and services to improve the health status of students and promote a positive educational environment.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Performs routine first aid procedures; assists in screening ill or injured students

Upon evaluation, refers seriously ill or injured students to the emergency medical system (911).

Serves as a liaison between children, staff, parents, and community and external health and social agencies

Maintains student health records. Ensures health histories are recorded. May maintain diabetic student’s records and conduct diabetic sugar tests and maintains food allergy information for teachers and cafeteria staff

Screens hearing and vision of students and posts results to health records

Gathers immunization history from parents, physicians and health care facilities and records on health record. Interprets immunization records. Inputs immunization data into records system

Maintains a daily log of all students that have been tended to, recording the reason for the visit and actions taken; inputs data into computer

Arranges for and assists with special health programs such as: lice screening, fluoride administrations, and immunization clinics

Reports communicable diseases to appropriate health agency for further instruction.

Assists in medications distribution and monitoring of diabetic diet as needed

Schedules appointments, collects permission slips and fee payments for various available services

Presents and provides health related programs and services to various staff

Assists with clerical duties such as answering phones, mail duties,

Maintains health office supplies and orders supplies when needed

Uses first aide procedures to triage student illnesses

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing

Knowledge of all basic first aid methods, including CPR, AED and training methods

Awareness of the universal precautions for handling body fluids and blood borne pathogens

Must demonstrate proficiency with thermometer and sphygmomanometer

Knowledge of substance abuse detection methods

Knowledge of child protective services and reporting

Ability to handle illness and injury to others in a professional manner, and refer to the registered nurse as necessary for further evaluation

Knowledge of medical abbreviations

Ability to apply common sense understanding to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of situations

Ability to work cooperatively and courteously with staff, students, parents and community members

Perform all duties in accordance with Federal and State laws, district procedures and Board policies

QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS :

Education & Experience:

High School Diploma or equivalent

1 year previous experience working with children

LPN/MA OR CNA Certification

Current CPR/AED/First Aid Certification

Previous clerical or medical experience preferred

Any equivalent combination of training, education and experience that meets minimum requirements

Computer Proficiency : Utilizes all appropriate, available and relevant technology to ensure duties are performed effectively.