School Health Assistant

South Elementary; Neosho (MO); On-site; USD 32,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

South Elementary in Neosho, MO is seeking a School Health Assistant to support the Health Services team, reporting to the Lead Nurse and Building Principal to provide essential health services.

You will administer first aid, manage emergency care, maintain confidential health records, and assist with screenings and medication procedures.

This full-time role requires CPR/First Aid certification, HS diploma, and at least one year of health care experience; MA or LPN preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent with CPR and First Aid certification.
• Completion of medication course and first aid training.
• One year of health care experience; MA or LPN preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides first aid and emergency care following district and state guidelines.
• Maintain confidential health records and assist with screenings.
• Communicate health information with nurse, staff, and families.
• Support health promotion for students and staff.
• Performs duties as assigned.

Skills

CPR & First Aid

Medication Administration

Health Records

Computer Skills

Team Collaboration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

CPR certification

First Aid certification

Medication administration course

MA or LPN preferred

One year health care experience

Job description

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

School Health Assistant

Department: Health Services

Reports to: Lead Nurse/Building Principal

Location: South Elementary

Summary

The School Health Assistant, under the supervision of the Neosho School Nurse and theschool-based administrator, provides school health services to students, staff, familiesand school visitors. The School Health Assistant works as a team memberusing good judgment according to health services policies and procedures. The School Health Assistant works under thedirection of the supervising registered nurse. The School Health Assistant will keep theregistered nurse informed of all changes in students and staff, immediately.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Provides first aid and emergency care to students, school staff, and visitors following the regulations and procedures established by the Neosho School District, Newton County Health Department, Missouri State Department of Education and the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services.
• Implement federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and procedures related to school health services and Mo. Board of Nursing
• Implements state mandated screening programs
• Implements laws, regulations, policies and procedures to control communicable disease within the school setting
• Carries out health services procedures established by the Neosho School District
• Observes for student health, psychosocial and other needs and refers students appropriately
• Maintains accurate, confidential, and appropriate records following established guidelines
• Identifies and documents students with health problems and refers students to appropriate resources as necessary
• Contributes to the development of health care plans and the implementation of plan
• Communicates medical information in a timely manner to appropriate school personnel, parents/guardians, and the Neosho school nurse while maintaining confidentiality
• Maintains emergency procedure information for students and staff
• Supports health promotion for students, staff, parents, and community
• Performs other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Education/Experience

• High school graduate or equivalent and current certification in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), first aid certification Successful completion of medication course and First Aid training.
• One year of health care experience, and computer experience
• MA or LPN Preferred

Skills and Abilities

An individual who holds this position must have the ability to:

• Read and interpret documents such as instructions and procedure manuals.
• Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, proportions, and percentages.
• Interpret instruction furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form.
• Have computer skills including word processing, and working with spreadsheets and databases.
• Be able to understand and submit online reports.
• Have the ability to learn new systems and software.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• The ability to work closely with a variety of staff members and the public.

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this position an employee is regularly required to sit, talk and hear. The employee is frequently required to walk and use fingers and controls. The employee is occasionally required to stand, reach and bend and lift and carry up to ten pounds.

Attendance

Consistent and regular attendance is an essential function of this position.

Position Type:

Full-Time

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Email: [e-mail]