Jr. High CNA

Crockett Independent School District; Crockett (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Crockett Independent School District is seeking a dedicated Health Aide to assist the school nurse. The role involves basic first aid, medication administration, vital sign checks, and health screenings for students. You will maintain confidential health records and support daily clinic operations.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED and CNA certification. Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills are essential to work with students, families, and school staff

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• CNA certification preferred or required as stated.
• Basic CPR and first aid knowledge expected.

Responsibilities

• Provide basic first aid and care for minor injuries following protocol.
• Administer medications per policy and maintain medication log.
• Assist with health screenings and record vital signs.
• Escort students to and from health room and assist students with disabilities.
• Contact parents or EMS per health services protocols as directed.
• Maintain infection control protocols and safe clinic environment.
• Prepare and file health records and maintain confidentiality.
• Keep daily log of health office activities and referrals.
• Manage clinic supplies and order as needed.
• Comply with federal, state, and district health rules and policies.

Skills

First aid

CPR

Typing

Database software

Word processing

Report writing

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

High School diploma or GED

CNA Certification

Tools

Database software

Word processing

Job description

Primary Purpose:

Work under the immediate guidance and direction of a licensed registered nurse to maintain routine clinic records, provide minor first aid care, and conduct health screenings.

Qualifications:

• Education/Certification:
• High School diploma or GED
• CNA Certification

Special Knowledge/Skills:

• Knowledge of basic first aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR)
• Proficient 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 skills

Experience:

• 2 years experience in health-related position; experience working with school-age children

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 school nurse (RN) or medical advisor.
• Administer medication to students according to board policy and district procedures and maintain accurate log of medications dispensed.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.

Other

• Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.