Certified Nurse Assistant

Primary Purpose : Works under the direct supervision of the Registered Nurse and campus administration to provide basic first aid and care for minor injuries, illness and chronic health conditions according to district policy, administer medication to students, and perform hearing and vision screenings. CNA's may be moved from campus to campus based on student enrollment and medical acuity needs.Qualifications : Education / Certification :

• High School diploma or GED
• Must have current cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and automated external defibrillator (AED) certificates. Vision / Hearing / Spinal screening and Acanthosis Nigricans certification.Special Knowledge / Skills :
• Knowledge of basic first aidProficient keyboarding and file maintenance skills
• Ability to use software to develop databases and do word processing Ability to write routine reports and correspondence
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skillsExperience : One-year experience in health-related position; experience working with school-age children Experience in providing clinical support. EMT, MA, RRT or other healthcare training is preferred.Major Responsibilities and Duties : Health Services
• Provide basic first aid and care for minor injuries and illness according to a detailed protocol established by the district's RN.
• Administer medication to students according to board policy and district procedures and maintain accurate log of medications dispensed.
• Administer First Aid / CPR / AED as necessary.
• Establish and maintain student immunization records in compliance with state immunization requirements.
• Assist with screening programs, take vital signs (temperature, pulse, respiration rate, and blood pressure), and accurately document results as proscribed by district, state, and federal requirements. Communicate findings to supervising school health staff for direction.
• Escort students to and from health room and assist students with disabilities as necessary.
• Communicate with parents concerning the illness or injury of their student.
• Perform delegated health procedures for students with health needs as necessary per physician's orders.
• Perform state-mandated vision, hearing, spinal and Acanthosis Nigricans screening and refer as needed. Enter screening data for state reporting as required.
• Contact parents of students who need to be picked up from school according to established school health services protocols or as directed by the school nurse (RN).
• Contact emergency medical services (EMS) according to established school health services protocols or as directed by the school nurse (RN).Safety
• Maintain an efficient and safe clinic including following infection control procedures as directed by the school nurse (RN). Use Universal Precautions Procedures when cleaning all body spills and providing wound care.Clerical
• Prepare, compile, maintain, and file all correspondence, reports, records, and other documents required, including accurate and confidential student health records.
• Conduct inventory and order supplies for clinic as needed.
• Maintain a daily log of health office activities, including reportable accidents, communicable disease data, and referrals to school nurse (RN).
• Maintain clinic supply inventory and request supplies as needed.Compliance
• Comply with policies established by federal and state laws, Texas Department of Health rule, State Board of Education rule, and board policy. Comply with all district and campus routines and regulations.
• Maintain confidentiality.OtherFollow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.Leadership Qualities
• Models a Commitment to Excellence by embracing a shared vision for the campus, utilizing innovative approaches to that align to the school vision, and influences others to achieve campus and district goals.
• Has the ability to Connect with All by building trust among peers, collaborates in a way that values varying perspectives, and communicates clearly with campus peers and administrators.
• Seeks opportunities to Invest in Growth by pursuing opportunities to learn, empowers teammates to grow and develop, and embraces reflective practices to encourage growth toward goal attainment.Supervisory Responsibilities : NoneMental Demands / Physical Demands / Environmental Factors : Tools / Equipment Used : Standard medical clinic equipment; special needs adaptive equipment; standard office equipment including computer and peripheralsPosture : Frequent standing, sitting, kneeling / squatting, bending / stooping, pushing pulling, and twistingMotion : Frequent walking, grasping / squeezing, wrist flexion / extensionLifting : Frequent light lifting and carrying (under 15 pounds); may require regular heavy lifting (45 pounds or more) and position of students with physical disabilities; controlling behavior through physical restraint, assisting nonambulatory studentsEnvironment : Exposure to biological hazards, bacteria, and communicable diseasesMental Demands : Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress