Health Aide

Windsor Charter Academy

Windsor, CO

$18 to $25 Hourly
Full-Time

Job Description

Health Aide

Summary

The Health Aide is trained by and works under the direction and license of the professional school Registered Nurse. The Health Aide provides health care, basic life support, and first aid for students and performs clerical and secretarial duties, as well as other duties delegated by the Registered Nurse. Responsible for responding to and managing medical emergencies on school grounds.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Description of Job Tasks

Attend to students visiting the health office. Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Provide health care and/or first aid according to established policies & protocols.
- Provide support for students' mental health needs.
- Complete pediculosis checks as necessary.
- Follow established Health Care Plans and treat students according to known health conditions. Requires knowing reported health conditions for every student in the school.
- Evaluate students' health status and determine the need for transporting, referring to a provider, excluding from school for infectious symptoms, or sending the student back to class. Consult with the school nurse as needed and collaborate with the student's parents, teacher, and school administration if necessary.
- Administer necessary medications as delegated by the school nurse, adhering to established policies and protocols. Under the delegatory clause, will be trained by the nurse to administer oral, inhaled, and injectable medications.
- Perform delegated medical procedures including but not limited to G-Tube feedings, urinary catheterizations, bathroom transfers and hygiene care, oxygen care and maintenance, etc.
- Document a comprehensive description of EACH health office visit including reported symptoms, observations and assessments, medication administration, and visit outcome into the student information system.
Respond to medical emergencies on school grounds. Responsible for managing medical emergency situations which includes providing and directing life-saving care and until emergency services arrives.
Follow student Emergency Action Plans and administer life-saving medications for conditions including but not limited to diabetes, seizures, life-threatening allergies and asthma.
Assist in communicable disease prevention. Must complete daily tracking of students' infectious symptoms and communicable disease diagnoses for exclusion compliance and outbreak tracking.
Manage students on the Concussion Protocol. Includes initiating protocol after assessment of student with newly diagnosed concussion, continual monitoring of symptoms, and clearance from concussion protocol after symptoms resolve in collaboration with the school nurse. Necessitates communication with parents, coaches & athletic director, teachers, nurse, and administration regarding status of student symptoms, necessary academic adjustments, and referrals to provider.
Maintain student health office records including cumulative health documents, immunization records, medication orders, vision and hearing documents, and accident/injury records.
Coordinate student health needs between teacher, nurse, school administration and parents.
Create and distribute student health concerns list to necessary staff.
Complete accident/incident reports on necessary cases.
Maintain health office cleanliness, take inventory, and order health office supplies based on established annual budget and according to purchasing protocols.
Prepare medications for field trips. Includes tracking all approved field trips, soliciting rosters from responsible teachers, ensuring delegation meeting is scheduled with teacher and school nurse, and preparing first aid backpacks to include necessary medications on day of the trip.
Manage student immunization data. Includes intake of student immunization records, input of immunization data into student information system, and communication of immunization non-compliance with parents. Also includes facilitation of immunization exclusion deadline to ensure state immunization compliance under the guidance of school nurse. Requires knowledge of immunization schedules and state immunization requirements for schools.
Complete monthly tracking of medication and provider order expiration dates. Communicate with parents for compliance.
Complete monthly AED checks of all AED's on school grounds.
Conduct student vision and hearing screenings. Involves assisting the school nurse with scheduling screenings and managing the flow of students, entering screening data into student information system, completing re-screens as necessary, compiling referral data and sending referral letters to parents according to state law, and tracking parent compliance with referrals.
Treat staff injuries and file workman's compensation claims.
Attend required training classes and Health Aide meetings. Complete online professional development training as required.
Cover front desk duties when needed.
Perform other duties as assigned. This job description may not cover or contain all activities, duties, or responsibilities required for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Demonstrate a commitment to:

Understand and follow all State and Windsor Charter Academy policies, procedures, and protocols.
Provide personal and professional excellence.
Follow directives and guidance from the school nurse explicitly. Notify the school nurse of situations that require nursing judgement and for collaboration & guidance.
Maintain confidentiality in all aspects of the job.
Communicate professionally and effectively with students, parents/guardians, staff, and community members.
Work collaboratively in a team environment with teachers, other staff, and administrators to provide an effective learning environment.
Understand all Emergency Response Protocols and participate in all drills.
Work independently and manage time effectively.
Maintain honesty and integrity in all aspects of the job.
Adhere to attendance requirements, including regular and punctual employee presence.
Communicate, interact, and work effectively and cooperatively with people from diverse ethnic and educational backgrounds. Understand, appreciate, and make accommodations for student diversity.
Recognize the importance of safety in the workplace, follow safety rules, practice safe work habits, utilize appropriate safety equipment, and report unsafe conditions to the appropriate administrator.

Technical Skills, Knowledge & Abilities

Advanced oral and written communication skills
Conflict resolution skills
English language skills
Math and accounting skills
Advanced interpersonal relations skills
Advanced customer service and public relations skills
Advanced critical thinking and problem-solving skills
Advanced organizational skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities
Ability to manage multiple tasks with frequent interruptions
Ability to diffuse and manage volatile and stressful situations
Ability and willingness to have medical contact with and provide physical care for students.
Ability and willingness to provide basic janitorial services
Knowledge of First Aid and CPR procedures and medication protocol

Materials and Equipment Operating Knowledge

Personal computer and media equipment
Student Information System
Microsoft Word, Google Suite, PowerPoint, Excel, Adobe, and other software
Typical office equipment
Basic medical equipment such as thermometer, glucometer, and pulse oximeter

Licenses, Registrations or Certifications

Criminal background check required for hire
CPR and first aid training required at hire
Administering Medications in a School Setting certification
Completion of school health aide training under the School Nurse

Education and Related Work Experience

Associates Degree or higher preferred
Related experience in school setting
Related experience in health care setting
Equivalent combination of education and experience acceptable

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions

The physical demands, work environment factors, and mental functions described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Activity

Amount of Time

None

Under 1/3

1/3 to 2/3

Over 2/3

Stand

Walk

Sit

Use hands to finger, handle, or feel

Reach with hands and arms

Climb or balance