Health Room Assistant

Position Title

Health Room Assistant

Student Services

Principal

Non-Exempt

• Position Type:
  Other Support Staff/ Health Room Assistant
• Date Posted: 2/17/2026
• Location:
  
  White Knoll Elementary School
• Date Available:
  
  07/28/2026
• Closing Date: 02/24/2026

• High school graduate or equivalent

Current CNA certification preferred

Current CPR and AED certifications preferred

Must have current government issued identification

The terms of employment detailed in this job description are based on full time employment during the school year. Conditions of employment adjusted for part time employees or individuals who are hired for less than an entire school year.

Under the supervision of the school nurse, is responsible for promoting and maintaining the health and wellbeing of all students including assessments, first aid, and emergency care.

• Supports and upholds the mission, vision and strategic goals of Lexington County School District One towards increased outcomes for students.
• Interacts, communicates and collaborates with all stakeholders effectively.
• Establishes a safe, supportive, positive and productive working and learning environment.
• Operates general office and technology equipment needed for daily activities.
• Maintains confidentiality regarding all employee and student information.
• Participates in all professional meetings and training sessions as required.
• Requests and maintains materials needed for daily responsibilities and essential functions; provides for safe storage and proper use of all tools, equipment and materials.
• Renders basic first aid to students and employees; refers all severe health problems to the school nurse and/ or parents for further assessment and treatment.
• Reviews student medical files to assess immunization status.
• Conducts periodic vision, hearing, blood pressure, and head lice screenings.
• Instructs students in proper health practices including nutrition, exercise and general health.
• In the nurse's absence, communicates with parents concerning the health of their child(ren) and provides health counseling about referral options and comfort measures.
• In the nurse's absence, assists students with prescriptions and other medications.
• Uses various tools and equipment, such as AED, stethoscope, thermometer, Titmus machine, audiometer, first aid supplies, and personal protective equipment.
• In the nurse's absence, interacts with school staff and administration, students, parents, physicians, healthcare professionals, caseworkers, psychologists, etc.
• Assists the nurse in the preparation of a wide variety of paper and electronic documentation and reports such as emergency cards, daily log of health room visits and treatment given, accident reports, immunization records, and medical alert forms.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned

No budgetary responsibility. No direct supervisory responsibility.

Ability to perform duties with awareness of all district requirements and Lexington County School District One Board policies. Must be able to access reliable transportation.

Personal computer experience required. Strong knowledge of word processing, e-mail, spreadsheets, electronic file management, the internet, and reporting and presentation software. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, staff and the school community. Ability to speak clearly and concisely both in oral and written communication. Ability to apply knowledge and current research and theory. Ability to organize and implement a flexible work schedule in order to meet reporting deadlines.

Ability to self-monitor and manage multiple tasks while working individually and with members of a group. Ability to submit all requested reports and documentation in a timely manner and in accordance with scheduled deadlines. Some extended hours and multiple demands from several people are frequently required of the employee. Computer literacy required.

Knowledge of the policies, procedures, and activities of the school district which pertain to the specific duties and responsibilities of the position. Knowledge of school policies, procedures, and operations. Ability to demonstrate proper maintenance, safe operation, and utilization of equipment, materials, and supplies used in daily activities. Ability to maintain high standards of accuracy in exercising duties. Ability to anticipate work to be completed and to complete work without the need for direct supervision.

Ability to maintain confidentiality of employee and student records and information. Ability to interact and communicate in an effective and professional manner with supervisors, co-workers, teachers, students, and the general public.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the…