Clinic Aide Anticipated

Conroe Independent School District; Conroe (TX); Vor Ort; USD 16.000 - 23.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Conroe Independent School District is seeking a school health aide to support the health office. You will assist the licensed nurse with routine tasks, provide basic first aid, and help with health screenings for students on campus.

The role involves maintaining health records, assisting with scheduling, and ensuring a clean, safe health office environment. Knowledge of confidentiality and district procedures is essential.

Qualifikationen

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Certification for Vision, Hearing and Scoliosis Screening must be obtained within 60 days of hire.
• CPR/AED/First Aid Certification must be obtained within 60 days of hire.

Aufgaben

• Carry out first aid and emergency procedures for ill and injured students as directed by the school nurse.
• Administer medications according to district policy; maintain accurate medication log.
• Assist with health screenings (height/weight, vision, hearing) and student exams.
• Escort students to and from health room and assist students with disabilities as necessary.
• Use universal precautions when cleaning spills and providing wound care.

Kenntnisse

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Keyboarding and record-keeping

Data entry/word processing

Ability to work under supervision

Ausbildung

High School diploma or GED

State Certification for Vision, Hearing and Scoliosis Screening

CPR/AED/First Aid Certification

Jobbeschreibung

Assist school nurse by assuming routine record-keeping activities, providing minor first aid care, and conducting health screenings at campus level. Work under the immediate guidance and direction of a licensed registered nurse.

DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Carry out first aid and emergency procedures for ill and injured students as directed by school nurse.
• Administer medication to students according to board policy and district procedures; maintain accurate log of medications dispensed.
• Assist with screening activities including measuring height and weight, testing vision and hearing, and examining spinal cord and scalp.
• Escort students to and from health room and assist students with disabilities as necessary.
• Use Universal Precautions Procedures when cleaning all body spills and providing wound care.
• Keep nurse's office clean and sanitary.
• Record information on student health records.
• Compile, maintain, and file all physical and computerized reports, records, and other documents required, including accurate, updated health records on all students.
• Prepare correspondence, reports, and records using personal computer or typewriter.
• Make appointments for and maintain schedule of the school nurse.
• Maintain a daily log of health office activities, including reportable accidents, communicable disease data, and referrals to school nurse.
• Maintain clinic supply inventory and request supplies as needed.
• Prepare and arrange bulletin boards, displays, models, etc.
• Comply with policies established by federal and state laws, Texas Department of Health rule, State Board of Education rule, and board policy in health services area.
• Comply with all district and campus routines and regulations.
• Maintain confidentiality.

EXPERIENCE:

• Experience in health-related position or with school-age children

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education/Certification:

• High School diploma or GED
• State Certification for Vision, Hearing and Scoliosis Screening (or obtain within 60 days of hire)
• CPR/AED/First Aid Certification (or obtain within 60 days of hire)

Special Knowledge/Skills:

• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Proficient keyboarding and file maintenance skills
• Ability to use personal computer and software to develop databases and do word processing
• Ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written)

CONTACT INFORMATION:

EQUIPMENT USED: Thermometer, blood pressure cuff, audiometer, otoscope, sphygmomanometer, vision screening equipment, thermoscan, basic clinic equipment, personal computer, and copier.

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors: Maintain emotional control under stress. Exposure to biological hazards, bacteria, and communicable diseases.

GROUP / GRADE: PK-4

SALARY:

PAY GRADE: AS - 1 - Minimum hourly rate - $14.00