School Health Assistant - Nurse Support (Part-time)

Austincc; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

Tucson Unified School District is seeking a Health Assistant (UAP) to provide essential health and clerical support to the school nurse, ensuring a safe and efficient health office for students and staff.

This role operates strictly under supervision and delegation of the licensed nurse and requires compliance with district policies and applicable state laws. The position is part-time (0.75 FTE) with 6 hours per day during the 9.5-month calendar.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or G.E.D. required.
• Current CPR, First Aid and AED Certification from an in-person provider.
• Verbal & written communication skills in English and ability to read/understand instructions.
• Competency in pre-algebraic skills for dosage calculations and vital signs conversions.
• Proof of immunity to measles and rubella, or MMR immunization.
• Bloodborne Pathogen training offered by district Risk Management.
• Must release Social Security Number for AHCCS-Provider ID Number eligibility.
• Health Services orientation/training.

Responsibilities

• Provide health and clerical support to the school nurse and health office.
• Work under supervision and delegation of the licensed school nurse.
• Adhere to state laws, district policies, and professional standards of care.

Skills

CPR

First Aid

AED

English communication

Medical dosage calculations

Vital signs conversions

Immunization proof

Health services orientation

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Tucson Unified School District is seeking a Health Assistant (UAP) to provide essential health and clerical support to the school nurse, ensuring a safe and efficient health office for students and staff.

This role operates strictly under supervision and delegation of the licensed nurse and requires compliance with district policies and applicable state laws. The position is part-time (0.75 FTE) with 6 hours per day during the 9.5-month calendar.