School Health Assistant: Nurse Support & Student Wellness

Lower Elementary; Glenpool (OK); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Glenpool Public Schools’ Lower Elementary seeks a Health Assistant to support school nurses in protecting student and staff health. The role reports to the site administrator and operates under non-exempt status within a 9-month calendar.

The Health Assistant will administer first aid, manage medications, maintain health records, and assist with health screenings while upholding confidentiality and professional conduct.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• CPR and First Aid certification required.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.

Responsibilities

• Assists with basic first aid and emergency care according to district policies and procedures.
• Administers and records medications according to district policies and procedures and reviews all new medications with the school nurse.
• Maintains a daily log of students seen in the nurse’s office.
• Assists in keeping accurate health records for each student.
• Reviews all student health history documents and discusses health issues with the school nurse.
• Contacts parents of ill children and sends them home according to district policies and procedures.
• Assists with hearing and vision screenings and refers students not passing to the nurse for further evaluation.
• Treats all students with dignity and respect.
• Maintains confidentiality in all school situations and health matters.
• Works well with supervisors and other team members.
• Maintains consistent and punctual attendance.
• Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor or administrator.

Skills

Clear communication

Health records management

Teamwork

Education

HS diploma or GED

CPR and First Aid certification

Job description

Glenpool Public Schools’ Lower Elementary seeks a Health Assistant to support school nurses in protecting student and staff health. The role reports to the site administrator and operates under non-exempt status within a 9-month calendar.

The Health Assistant will administer first aid, manage medications, maintain health records, and assist with health screenings while upholding confidentiality and professional conduct.