To assist supervising nurse in the promotion of health and safety in the school in accordance with all policies and procedures.
WORKING ENVIRONMENT : The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an incumbent encounters while performing the essential functions of this job :
- The incumbent will work with APS staff members in a team environment which may include the administrative staff, State department personnel, APS legal counsel, parents, students, advocates and others outside the District.
- Frequent interactions with people in person and on the phone will be necessary.
- Travel from location to location may be necessary.
- Functions are performed indoors and outside in a normal school environment.
- Exposure to sick and injured students.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS :
Incumbent must achieve the following outcomes with or without reasonable accommodation :
Administers and documents first aid care to students following District policy.Assists in the self-administration of medication as directed by APS medication policy and supervising nurse.Assists in maintaining immunization records and enforcing registration requirements as required by New Mexico laws and regulations.Assists in maintaining school health record system.Reports student illness, unusual events and injuries to immediate supervisor, appropriate personnel and parents.Performs vision, hearing, height and weight screening tests.Maintains clean, organized and orderly health room environment.Maintains inventory and orders health room supplies.Performs clerical tasks as requested by supervising nurse.Performs student-specific medical procedures and / or treatments as requested by supervising nurse according to the delegation policy of the New Mexico Board of Nursing.Assists in the toileting or diapering of students when appropriate following established procedures.Serves as a model in developing students' language and behavior.Monitors student activities in classrooms, school grounds, hallways, lunchrooms, field trips, bus loading areas, and other areas relevant to the teaching environment.Provides support for non-instructional duties such as monitoring snacks, restrooms, clothing areas, etc.Escorts students to other locations on campus and off campus with approval in case of emergencies.PHYSICAL DEMANDS : The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by the incumbent to successfully perform the essential functions of this job with or without reasonable accommodation :
The employee must regularly lift and move up to 50 pounds in supplies which requires bending, stooping and lifting.The employee must have the physical strength and ability to assist injured students or staff members in emergency situations by positioning or moving following established procedures.The employee must use hands and arms to manipulate objects.The employee must use keyboards, tools and other controls.The employee must sit and stand for long periods of time.The employee must have normal vision and hearing with or without aid.The employee must be able to move about assigned location unaided during the day.PREFERRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND EXPERIENCE :
Effective communication skills, both verbal and written.Flexibility, organization, decision-making and problem solving skills.Interpersonal skills with diverse populations in-person and on the telephone.Ability to meet deadlines and work on multiple projects.Knowledge of District policies on immunization, medication, first aid, emergencies and child abuse / neglectREQUIREMENTS :
MINIMUM REQUIRED EDUCATION, LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS :
High School Diploma or GED.Must be at least 18 years of age.Licensure based on State Department of Education Regulation No. 90-5Successful completion of training in first aid and CPR.CONTACT INFORMATION :
Contact : Karyn Brandeberry-Domme at 505-855-9817 / karyn.brandeberry-domme@aps.edu
APPLY TO :
APPLY ONLINE : WWW.APS.EDU, APS Jobs, Classified Application.
In addition to providing supporting documents to meet the position requirements, you must also submit an updated cover letter & resume.
ADDITIONAL INFO :
SALARY : G1 SALARY SCHEDULE
DAYS : 189
HOURS : 6.5
START DATE : 9 / 21 / 2025
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