Clinic Attendant/Health Aide

THE SCHOOL DISTRICT OF MANATEE COUNTY

Local Title: HEALTH AIDE (NON-INSTRUCTIONAL)

State Title: Clinic Attendant/Health Aide

JOB DESCRIPTION

JOB GOAL:

To provide nursing support and assistance to students in the clinic or assigned classroom(s).

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Eagerness to assist children in the learning process.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Current CPR certification (Adult and pediatric) or capable and willing to become certified.
• Current First Aide certification or capable and willing to become certified.
• Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) or Patient Care Assistant (PCA) certification preferred.
• Willing to be moved as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Knowledge of child growth and development. Some understanding of various exceptionalities. Possess good organizational skills. Ability to prioritize functions and manage time wisely. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. Ability to work well with students, teachers, parents, and school staff. Ability to maintain confidentiality. CNA (Certified Nursing Assistant) or PCA (Patient Care Assistant) preferred. Some experience in health care preferred.

REPORTS TO:

Principal or designee, and Registered Nurse responsible for the clinic.

SUPERVISES:

N/A

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide care to sick and/or injured students and employees.
• As trained by the School Nurse, administer authorized medications in accordance with state law and School Board policies.
• Chart and record administration of medications.
• Manage or assist in managing emergency health needs.
• May be trained by the School Nurse to perform some medical procedures, such as gastrointestinal tube feedings, nebulizer treatments, and cauterizations.
• Record data on health room log/spreadsheet, student health record, and other forms as directed.
• Assist registered nurse with immunization record review and data collection.
• Participate in health screenings and health promotion activities as assigned.
• Provide information and referral to community agencies for any person as directed.
• Notify Public Health Unit and Health Services Specialist of reportable communicable disease when verified.
• Follow OSHA and communicable disease guidelines
• Order health supplies with approval.
• Attend school staff and school health meetings.
• Attend assigned inservice training sessions.
• Consult with the Registered Nurse as necessary or appropriate.
• Ensure adherence to good safety standards.
• Maintain confidentiality regarding school/workplace matters.
• Exhibit interpersonal skills to work as an effective team member.
• Model and maintain high ethical standards.
• Represent the school and district in a positive and professional manner.
• Demonstrate initiative in the performance of assigned responsibilities.
• Communicate effectively with students, parents, staff, administration and vendors.
• Keep supervisor informed of potential problems or unusual events.
• Prepare all required reports and maintain all appropriate records.
• Participate successfully in the training programs offered to increase skill and proficiency related to assignment.
• Assigned work station will be a specific classroom(s) with occasional work in clinic as needed.
• Complete duties described above appropriate to assigned classroom.
• Assist medically complex students, as needed, by lifting, transferring, and/or positioning to facilitate educational activities and good health.
• Assist the classroom teacher as directed or appropriate
• Perform other tasks consistent with the goals and objectives of this position.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Medium Work: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently and/or up to 10 pounds of force as needed to move objects.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:

Salary and benefits shall be paid in accordance with the agreement negotiated between the Manatee Education Association (MEA) and the School Board of Manatee County. Length of the work year and hours of employment shall be those established by the District and MEA.

EVALUATION:

Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with the agreement negotiated between the MEA and the School Board of Manatee County.

Board approved:

06/13/2011

05/22/2018

SALARY SCHEDULE: PARAPROFESSIONAL

PAY GRADE: TA6

SHORT TITLE: STS077

STATE JOB CODE: 61330

Negotiated Salary Range : $23,610 - $24,175