Classified: Nurse Assistant

TITLE: Nursing Assistant FTE: 1.0

FLSA STATUS: Non Exempt HOURS PER DAY: 8

WORK CALENDAR: 198 days

COMPENSATION: Classified Non Exempt Compensation Guide (Starting at $17.52/hour)

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. This position provides school health services which assists the child in reaching his/her optimal physical potential. The school medical assistant helps the child acquire knowledge and develop attitudes conducive to healthful living and the prevention of disease and accidents

Supervision of the nurse assistant will be under the direction of a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or a Registered Nurse (RN)

2. Receives and screens incoming students

3. Maintains all student health files and daily logs

4. Provides information to students and family regarding current illness or injury

5. Files reports of suspected abuse/neglect, if initial contact person

6. Monitors immunization status of current and new students for compliance with Arizona state law

7. Participates in collecting immunization and hearing data for state mandated reports

8. Participates in continuing education, workshops, in-services, etc., to maintain proficient technical skills and continued professional growth

9. Coordinates and guides persons responsible for student's health to appropriate resources within the community

10. Maintains medical inventory and utilizes supplies in a cost-effective manner

11. Participates in actions to be taken for eliminating or minimizing the health problems that interfere with student learning

12. Completes student and employee accident reports and health insurance forms

13. Administers first aid in accordance with established first aid procedures

14. Maintain cleanliness of the Health Center

15. Participate in Hearing and Vision Screening

16. Dispense over-the-counter and prescription medication according to physician’s orders in the absence of the school nurse

17. Maintain confidentiality of information regarding students, staff, parents and school issues

18. Provide a welcoming atmosphere for students, staff, parents and community

19. Perform responsibilities in an ethical and professional manner

20. Maintain punctual and regular attendance

21. Perform other related duties as assigned

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED

To perform the job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The qualifications for this job description are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required

Education / Certificate

1. Must possess a current Nursing Assistant Certificate or equivalent

2. Must obtain and maintain CPR and first aid certification. A copy must be on file in HR prior to

Recommendation to hire

3. Must obtain and maintain a Hearing Screening Certificate. A copy must be on file in HR

4. Must have and maintain a valid IVP Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card

Experience

1. Recent experience in the fields of public health nursing, and/or school nursing is desirable

2. Must be 21 years of age or older upon hire

Communication Skills

1. Must possess good communication skills in dealing with students and the public in general

Computer Skills

1. Must possess a thorough knowledge in the use of office machines, computers, and Microsoft

Office Publications (Google, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

2. Must have ability to use or to learn to use student information system software as well as other software necessary for the department

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1. Must be in excellent physical health.

2. Must be able to lift 15 pounds

3. Must be able to bend, squat, kneel, for inventory

1. Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.

2. Ability to regularly push, pull or lift weights up to 15 pounds

3. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and ability to adjust focus

4. Regular talking and listening is required

5. Ability to frequently stand, walk, bend, sit

WORKING CONDITIONS

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential duties and responsibilities of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1. Must be able to tolerate a semi- private working environment

2. Must be able to tolerate prolonged periods of sitting and computer work

1-202 – EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

The District provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, the District complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. The District expressly prohibits any form of workplace discrimination or harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status.