School Health Assistant

Neosho School District

School Health Assistant

Job Title: School Health Assistant Department: Health Services Reports to: Lead Nurse/Director of Health Services, Supervising Registered Nurse, and Building Principal Classification: Non-Exempt

Summary

The School Health Assistant, under the supervision and direction of the Lead Nurse/Director of Health Services and the designated Registered Nurse, and in collaboration with the school-based administrator, provides school health services to students, staff, families, and school visitors. The School Health Assistant works collaboratively with the Neosho School Health Team and follows established health services policies, procedures, and protocols. The School Health Assistant is responsible for communicating changes in student and staff health conditions, concerns, and emergencies promptly to the supervising Registered Nurse and Lead Nurse/Director of Health Services. The School Health Assistant performs duties within the scope of their training and credentials and under the direction and supervision of the Registered Nurse. The position requires good judgment, professionalism, confidentiality, and the ability to work effectively as part of a school health team.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Provides first aid and emergency care to students, school staff, and visitors following regulations and procedures established by the Neosho School District, Newton County Health Department, Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services, and applicable professional licensing requirements.

• Follows federal, state, and local laws, regulations, policies, and procedures related to school health services and applicable Missouri Board of Nursing requirements.

• Implements state-mandated health screening programs under the direction of the Registered Nurse and Lead Nurse/Director of Health Services.

• Implements established laws, regulations, policies, and procedures to help prevent and control communicable diseases within the school setting.

• Carries out health services procedures and protocols established by the Neosho School District and Health Services Department.

• Observes students for health, psychosocial, and other needs and reports concerns to the supervising Registered Nurse and Lead Nurse/Director of Health Services.

• Maintains accurate, confidential, and appropriate student health records in accordance with established guidelines and district procedures.

• Identifies and documents students with health concerns and refers them to the Registered Nurse for further assessment and appropriate follow-up.

• Assists with the development and implementation of individualized healthcare plans under the direction of the Registered Nurse.

• Communicates relevant medical information in a timely manner to appropriate school personnel, parents/guardians, the supervising Registered Nurse, and Lead Nurse/Director of Health Services while maintaining confidentiality.

• Maintains and follows emergency procedure information for students and staff.

• Assists with medication administration and related health services duties in accordance with district policies, applicable laws, training, and the direction of the Registered Nurse.

• Supports health promotion and education for students, staff, parents, and the community.

• Participates in required staff meetings, training, and professional development activities.

• Maintains communication with the Lead Nurse/Director of Health Services and supervising Registered Nurse regarding student health concerns, changes in condition, incidents, and daily health office operations.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education/Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent.

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Must possess one of the following current healthcare credentials:

• Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

• Certified Medication Aide (CMA)

• Registered Medication Aide (RMA)

• Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

• Current CPR certification required.

• Current First Aid certification required or must be obtained within the timeframe established by the district.

• Successful completion of required medication administration training.

• Previous healthcare experience preferred.

• Computer experience, including electronic recordkeeping and documentation, preferred.

Skills and Abilities

An individual who holds this position must have the ability to:

Reading and Comprehension

• Read and interpret documents such as instructions, procedure manuals, healthcare plans, and district policies.

Computation

• Perform basic mathematical calculations, including calculating figures, amounts, proportions, and percentages.

• Accurately document information and complete required reports.

Reasoning and Judgment

• Interpret instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

• Recognize changes in student health conditions and promptly communicate concerns to the supervising Registered Nurse.

• Follow established protocols and recognize situations requiring immediate assistance or escalation.

Technology

• Demonstrate computer skills, including word processing and working with spreadsheets and databases.

• Understand and submit online reports.

• Maintain electronic student health records and documentation.

• Demonstrate the ability to learn new systems and software.

Additional Skills and Abilities

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

• Ability to work collaboratively with students, families, administrators, teachers, and healthcare professionals.

• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise good judgment.

• Ability to remain calm and respond appropriately during emergencies.

• Ability to follow direction and work effectively under the supervision of the Lead Nurse/Director of Health Services and designated Registered Nurse.

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this position, an employee is regularly required to sit, talk, and hear. The employee is frequently required to walk and use fingers and controls. The employee is occasionally required to stand, reach, bend, and lift and carry up to ten pounds.

Attendance

Consistent and regular attendance is an essential function of this position.