Aide - Clinic

Katy ISD•Katy, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Clinic Aide assists the school nurse with routine record keeping, minor first aid, and campus-level health screenings. The role works under the direct and indirect guidance and direction of a licensed nurse and supports student health services in accordance with applicable laws, public health rules, education rules, board policies, and district and campus procedures. The position is scheduled for 187 duty days and is non-exempt.

Requirements

College hours and a high school diploma or GED.
CPR/AED certification and First Aid certification are required.
Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Proficient keyboarding and file maintenance skills.
Ability to use a computer.
Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
Ability to physically transfer students with limited mobility while meeting their personal needs.
Complete required training within 60 days of employment: Vision, Hearing, and Scoliosis Screening Certification; Type 2 Diabetes Screening Certification; emergency medication administration skills training; Stop the Bleed training; and computer training for medical documentation.
Ability to maintain emotional control under stress, work with frequent interruptions, and lift and transport students to facilitate care.

Nice To Haves

Certification as a nurse aide, medical assistant, or EMT.
One year of experience in a health-related position, preferably including contact with school-age students.

Responsibilities

Carry out first aid and emergency procedures for ill and injured students as directed by the school nurse.
Carry out specialized health care procedures as trained and directed by the school nurse.
Administer medication according to board policy and district procedures, and maintain an accurate medication log.
Assist with health screenings, including measuring height and weight, testing vision and hearing, and examining the spinal cord and scalp.
Escort students to and from the clinic and assist students with disabilities as necessary.
Assist students with toileting issues when needed.
Use Universal Precautions when cleaning body spills and providing wound care.
Keep the nurse’s office clean and sanitary.
Record information on student health records.
Compile, maintain, and file required physical and computerized student reports, records, and documents.
Prepare correspondence, reports, and records using a computer.
Make appointments for the school nurse and maintain the nurse’s schedule.
Document health office activities, including reportable accidents, communicable disease data, six-week reporting, and referrals to the school nurse.
Maintain clinic supply inventory and request supplies as needed.
Prepare and arrange bulletin boards, displays, models, and similar materials.
Comply with applicable federal and state laws, public health rules, State Board of Education rules, board policy, and district and campus routines and regulations.
Maintain confidentiality.