School Clinic Aide

Salary Schedule: $18.23-$23.87

Daily Work Hours: 6.5 hours

Status: Full-Time

Supervisor: District Nurse

Job Objective:

Performs clinic and clerical duties. Assists with health screening activities. Administers student medications under the supervision of the district nurse. Helps with student illnesses and staff/student medical emergencies. NOTE: Duties may require traveling to various sites throughout the district as scheduled. Works under the direction of the Principal to provide non-academic supports to ensure opportunity and access to each and every student.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Registered Nurse (RN) License
• Documented evidence of a clear criminal record.
• Proficient in data entry and customer service.
• Proficient in the use of computer software and maintenance of office records.
• Proficient in record keeping skills and the ability to compute mathematical data accurately.
• Multitasking ability and strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to effectively communicate with parents.

Responsibilities and Essential Functions of the Position:

• Answers the clinic telephone. Performs clerical support functions. Organizes and maintains a functional filing system that ensures the safe retention of clinic records. Keeps materials properly filed to maintain an orderly office.
• Upholds board policies, follows administrative procedures and complies with the Employee Code of Conduct. Upholds computer technology acceptable use policies.
• Promotes a favorable image of the school district.
• Refers inquiries requiring policy interpretation to administrative staff.
• Responds promptly to calls for assistance with sick or injured students. Initiates emergency procedures according to scope of practice. Notifies parents or guardians as directed. Notfies District Nurse.
• Provides direct nursing care under the guidance of the district nurse and in accordance with the LPN Scope of Practice. Notifies the district nurse of all emergencies.
• Prepares requisitions and distributes medical supplies. Maintains inventory records and monitors budget expenditures as directed.
• Prepares the health clinic as directed. Sets up equipment and stocks supplies.
• Promotes the proper use and care of school property.
• Types routine office documents. Duplicates and collates materials. Prepares special mailings for district-wide health program activities.
• Processes parent consent for administration of medication forms. Compares completed consent forms with medication labels to identify discrepancies.
• Administers medications as directed. Seeks advice when expectations are unclear. Keeps all medications locked in a secure cabinet.
• Helps collect and maintain student health records (e.g., immunization status, medical histories, etc.). Helps safeguard confidential medical information released to district staff.
• Assists with screening activities (e.g., vision, hearing, scoliosis, pediculosis, etc.).
• Assist students with toileting needs as directed.
• Sets up equipment as directed.
• Prepares student files and medical reports (e.g., census data, county/state health department, intervention assistance teams, pupil services, etc.).
• Participates in intervention assistance team meetings when requested.
• Respects personal privacy. Maintains the confidentiality of privileged information.
• Consults with parents as needed (e.g., telephone calls, messages, meetings, etc.).
• Initiates emergency procedures as a part of the building’s emergency response team.
• Inputs and verifies the accuracy of educational management information and student data maintained in the computerized database (e.g., EMIS, etc.).
• Takes precautions to ensure staff and student safety. Reports unauthorized persons or suspicious circumstances immediately.
• Reports evidence of suspected child abuse as required by law.
• Cross-trains with other office staff. Offers assistance when needed. Works collaboratively with other staff members.
• Keeps current with advances in office technology. Completes work department work orders. Updates office procedures.
• Participates in staff meetings and professional growth opportunities as directed, as well as actively pursues professional growth and development.
• Accepts personal responsibility for decisions and conduct.
• Wears appropriate work attire and maintains a professional appearance.
• Strives to develop rapport and serve as a positive role model for others.
• Performs other specific job-related duties as directed.

Ability Requirements:

• Demonstrates professionalism and maintains a positive work attitude.
• Works cooperatively to support a successful team effort.
• Effectively uses verbal, nonverbal, writing, and listening skills.
• Operates office equipment efficiently and accurately.
• Performs repetitive tasks quickly.
• Verifies and correctly enters data. Completes detailed paperwork accurately and timely.
• Averts problem situations and intervenes to resolve conflicts.
• Maintains an acceptable attendance record and is punctual.
• Travels to meetings and work assignments.

Working Conditions:

• Potential for exposure to bloodborne pathogens and communicable diseases.
• Potential for interaction with disruptive and/or unruly individuals.
• Exposure to adverse weather conditions and seasonal temperature extremes.
• Duties may require operating and/or riding in a vehicle.
• Duties may require prolonged use of a computer keyboard and monitor.
• Duties may require detailed paperwork.
• Duties may require working under time constraints to meet deadlines.
• Duties may require working during the evening and/or weekend.