CNA

Community Leadership Academy Inc; Irondale (CO); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

The school district is seeking a Health Clinic Assistant to support student health services, communicate with parents about medical concerns, and maintain confidential records. You will dispense medications, conduct COVID-19 screenings, and ensure a clean clinical environment.

Responsibilities include reporting incidents, following universal precautions, coordinating with the Public Health Administrator for trainings, and assisting with immunization records while maintaining professionalism and

Qualifications

• Communicate effectively with parents and staff in a courteous, tactful manner.
• Problem-solve effectively in sensitive or specialized health-related situations.
• Maintain meticulous student health records and clinic logs.

Responsibilities

• Dispense student medications and maintain accurate daily records.
• Perform COVID-19 temperature checks and report results.
• Maintain highest cleanliness and disinfection standards in the clinic.

Skills

Excellent communication

Problem solving

Organizational skills

Discretion

Calm demeanor

Self-motivated

Job description

Demonstrate a commitment to the Mission and Vision of the schoolCommunicate and problem solve effectively using courtesy, tact and discretion in contacts of a difficult,sensitive or specialized natureBe self-motivated, self-directed and flexible, with good organizational and planning skillsOrganize and prioritize work to meet deadlinesAssist in ensuring a calm and professional environment is maintained at all timesKnowledgeable regarding current COVID-19 public health guidelines.Responsible for all in-service and training regarding schools' public health guidelines, practices, procedures, and protocols.Ensure that all clinic visits, traffic, and activities are responded to in full compliance with all school publicHealth guidelines.Assist school Public Health Administrator to create and conduct training and in-service for all school staff regarding COVID- 19 school public health guidelines.Report all COVID- 19 related medical concerns immediately to school Public Health Administrator and other administrative staff.Maintain meticulous student health records, and all clinic activity records.Communicate with parents regarding student medical concerns in a timely and professional manner.Perform all COVID-19 specific temperature checks, and procedures and report results accordingly.Maintain the highest level of cleanliness and disinfecting standards for the clinic environment at all times.Maintain a professional, calm, and medically responsive demeanor in all interactions.Translate the medical status of students to parents and families.Provide comfort and assistance in cases of student injury or illness.Accurately dispense student medications.Maintain accurate records and logs of all medications dispensed.Maintain accurate daily records of injuries, visits, including name, date, description, and actions taken.Maintain updated student emergency cards.Report all accidents or incidents as required.Provide notification and maintain all immunization records as required by state regulations.Report all communicable diseases cases as required, to administration, and also appropriate agencies.At all times exercise appropriate and applicable universal precaution procedures.Ensure a clean and sanitary clinic environment at all times.Escort students as necessary, including providing assistance to students with disabilities.Ensure and maintain the highest levels of confidentiality regarding sensitive information of students at all times.Maintain clinic supply inventory.Provide timely parent contact via phone calls regarding student absences, health, injuries, etc.Perform other duties as assignedPunctual for the workdayDemonstrates a tangible sense of urgency for professional responsibilities in tone, movement, intensity, enthusiasm, and preparation.Attire and grooming reflect the expectations outlined in the Employee Handbook.Communicates clearly and regularly with administration.Informs administration of any personal or professional concerns that may impact any professional responsibilities. Seeks administrative support at appropriate times.Refrains from sharing discontent with other staff members and works with administration to resolve all conflict.Not over-disclosing personal information about yourself.Reports any signs of abuse or neglect of a child to the appropriate authorities immediately.Use the school email system to share information as necessary, following confidentiality guidelines.Immediately implements feedback from executive administration.Relationships with colleagues are positive, collaborative, and generous.Assumes leadership among colleagues by supporting them and engaging in professional exchange.Independently assumes additional responsibilities when necessary and demonstrates leadership.Willing to lead and/or pitch in with events or other school needs.Participates actively and positively in meetings and workshops.Attitude is positive and respectful of students, families, colleagues, and administration.Reflects upon and responds to feedback with openness and a “good to great” attitude.Uses professional discretion and maintains confidentiality.