School Nurse Assistant Job Katy area,Texas USA,Nursing

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

High School diploma or GED
CMA or CNA license
LVN (Licensed Vocational Nurse) – preferred CPR/AED Certification

Special Knowledge/Skills

Knowledge of basic first aid and cardio pulmonary 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

Minimum of six months of experience in a health-related position; experience working with school-aged children.

Major Responsibilities and Duties Health Services

Provide basic first aid and care for minor injuries and illnesses 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 logs of medications dispensed.

Assist with screening programs, take vital signs (temperature, pulse, respiration rate, and blood pressure), and accurately document results as required by district, state, and federal regulations. Communicate findings to supervising school health staff for direction.

Escort students to and from the health room and assist students with disabilities as necessary.

Contact parents of students who need to be picked up from school according to established protocols or as directed by the school nurse (RN).

Contact emergency medical services (EMS) according to established protocols or as directed by the school nurse (RN).

Safety

Maintain an efficient and safe clinic by following infection control procedures as directed by the school nurse (RN). Use Universal Precautions Procedures when cleaning all body spills and providing wound care.

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 the 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

Any and all other duties as assigned by immediate supervisor.

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