School Health Assistant

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Title: School Health Assistant
Department: Health Services
Reports to: Lead Nurse/Director of Health Services, Supervising Registered Nurse, and Building Principal
Classification: Non-Exempt

The School Health Assistant, under the supervision and direction of the Lead Nurse/Director of Health Services and the designated Registered Nurse, and in collaboration with the school-based administrator, provides school health services to students, staff, families, and school visitors. The School Health Assistant works collaboratively with the Neosho School Health Team and follows established health services policies, procedures, and protocols. The School Health Assistant is responsible for communicating changes in student and staff health conditions, concerns, and emergencies promptly to the supervising Registered Nurse and Lead Nurse/Director of Health Services.

The School Health Assistant performs duties within the scope of their training and credentials and under the direction and supervision of the Registered Nurse. The position requires good judgment, professionalism, confidentiality, and the ability to work effectively as part of a school health team.

Provides first aid and emergency care to students, school staff, and visitors following regulations and procedures established by the Neosho School District, Newton County Health Department, Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services, and applicable professional licensing requirements.

Follows federal, state, and local laws, regulations, policies, and procedures related to school health services and applicable Missouri Board of Nursing requirements.

Implements state‑mandated health screening programs under the direction of the Registered Nurse and Lead Nurse/Director of Health Services.

Implements established laws, regulations, policies, and procedures to help prevent and control communicable diseases within the school setting.

Carries out health services procedures and protocols established by the Neosho School District and Health Services Department.

Observes students for health, psychosocial, and other needs and reports concerns to the supervising Registered Nurse and Lead Nurse/Director of Health Services.

Maintains accurate, confidential, and appropriate student health records in accordance with established guidelines and district procedures.

Identifies and documents students with health concerns and refers them to the Registered Nurse for further assessment and appropriate follow‑up.

Assists with the development and implementation of individualized healthcare plans under the direction of the Registered Nurse.

Communicates relevant medical information in a timely manner to appropriate school personnel, parents/guardians, the supervising Registered Nurse, and Lead Nurse/Director of Health Services while maintaining confidentiality.

Maintains and follows emergency procedure information for students and staff.

Assists with medication administration and related health services duties in accordance with district policies, applicable laws, training, and the direction of the Registered Nurse.

Supports health promotion and education for students, staff, parents, and the community.

Participates in required staff meetings, training, and professional development activities.

Maintains communication with the Lead Nurse/Director of Health Services and supervising Registered Nurse regarding student health concerns, changes in condition, incidents, and daily health office operations.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Education/Experience

High school…