CCSU School Health Aide (Licensed/Unlicensed)

Role: CCSU School Health Aide (Licensed/Unlicensed) Primary Purpose: Maintain standard clinic activities in collaboration with the licensed school nurse by: Caring for student health injuries and/or illnesses in an expedient and safe manner Provide a supportive and healthy environment which will minimize absenteeism and create a climate of well-being, enhancing learning opportunities for students. Qualifications: High school diploma Valid LNA license, MA, or EMT is preferred Valid CPR/AED and First Aid certification Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills Ability to react quickly, calmly and decisively in a crisis Basic understanding of medical terminology Experience: 2 years of experience in a medical field Experience administering medications, preferred Willingness to complete a medication administration training course once hired Essential Duties: Float between the 7 schools of CCSU to provide support to the licensed school nurse and/or to cover the school health office in the absence of the school nurse Under the guidance and supervision of a Licensed School Nurse: Administers first aid to injured students and provides short-term care to enhance the comfort and safety of injured or ill students.. Administers and records medications to students in accordance with district guidelines Takes and records vital signs Administers health screenings (vision, hearing) per state guidelines Maintains student electronic health records, including immunization records, medical alerts, screening results and rendered health services Reports observations to school nurse or school nurse coordinator when appropriate May be required to perform specialized procedures, after proper training by the School Nurse Facilitates sending ill or injured students home or to appropriate facilities May need to communicate with student families and/or local area health agencies In the absence of the school nurse, documents employee injuries and reports to school nurse and HR Maintains a clean, organized health office Follows universal precautions and infection control techniques Maintain student and staff confidentiality/privacy in accordance with HIPPA, FERPA, and district policies Performs other related duties as assigned UAP’s may not assess or make nursing judgments, when in doubt, contact the licensed school nurse or school nurse coordinator for guidance. Equipment Used: Thermometer, blood pressure cuff, stethoscope, pulse oximeter, audiometer, vision screening charts/equipment, basic clinic equipment, personal computer, and copier Working Conditions: Maintain emotional control under stress, work with frequent interruptions. Repetitive hand motions and prolonged use of computers. Exposure to biological hazards, bacteria, and communicable diseases. Must be able to lift 30 pounds. Frequent standing, stooping, bending, kneeling, pushing, keyboarding, overhead reaching and pulling.