District Wide Certified Nursing Assistant

Three Rivers/Josephine County Sd•Grants Pass, OR

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Certified Nursing Assistant advocates for students and provides information to promote and maintain health. The role communicates and collaborates with school personnel, families, the community, and other health care personnel. It supports the health needs of students and the school community, including medication administration, first aid, and immunization compliance, under the supervision of the site administrator and the Director of Special Education. The position performs health-related duties such as providing first aid and CPR in accordance with training and policy, maintaining equipment and supplies, scheduling health appointments as appropriate, carrying out directed assessments and screenings, and maintaining health records. It follows FERPA, HIPAA, OSHA, and other applicable requirements and assists with health education and other health-related activities. General duties include professional development, maintaining confidentiality, communicating with callers, preparing reports, and completing other assigned tasks.

Requirements

High school diploma.
First aid and CPR.
Ability to pass a background check and be fingerprinted.

Nice To Haves

Medical background preferred.
Degree or certification in a health-related field preferred, such as RMA, CNA, or CMA.
Knowledge of Google Suites.

Responsibilities

Provide first aid and CPR as needed, in accordance with training, policies, and procedures.
Maintain health-related equipment and supplies.
Schedule health appointments with medical consultants as appropriate.
Perform assessment techniques and screening programs as directed.
Compile and maintain health records.
Adhere to FERPA and HIPAA requirements and observe OSHA standards regarding blood and blood-borne pathogens, along with other applicable regulations.
Use medical terminology appropriately and demonstrate understanding of common childhood growth and development principles.
Assist with health education activities, including duplicating and distributing materials and arranging displays or bulletin boards.
Assist with other health-related activities as directed by the Director of Special Education or site administrator.
Assist the school nurse as requested and follow delegation procedures and policies.
Attend and complete professional development classes.
Follow district policies and procedures, maintain confidentiality, and present a professional image toward students, families, school nurses, administrators, and other employees.
Answer telephone calls, provide information, and direct calls appropriately.
Prepare special reports as requested and complete other assigned duties.