Health aide

Job Skills / Licenses

Primary Purpose :

Assist school nurse by assuming routine recordkeeping activities, providing minor first aid care, and conducting health screening at the campus level.

Work under the immediate guidance and direction of a licensed registered nurse.

Special Knowledge / Skills :

Knowledge of basic first aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR)

Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

Proficient keyboarding and file maintenance skills

Ability to use software to develop databases and do word processing

Ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written)

Major Responsibilities and Duties

Health Services :

1. Carry out first aid and emergency procedures for ill and injured students as directed by the school nurse.

2. Administer medication to students according to board policy and district procedures; maintain an accurate log of medications dispensed.

3. Assist with screening activities including measuring height and weight, testing vision and hearing, and examining the spinal cord and scalp.

4. Escort students to and from the health room and assist students with disabilities as necessary.

Safety :

5. Use Universal Precautions Procedures when cleaning all body spills and providing wound care.

6. Keep the nurse's office clean and sanitary.

Clerical :

7. Record information on student health records.

8. Compile, maintain, and file all physical and computerized reports, records, and other documents required, including accurate, updated health records on all students.

9. Prepare correspondence, reports, and records using a personal computer or typewriter.

10. Make appointments for and maintain the schedule of the school nurse.

11. Maintain a daily log of health office activities, including reportable accidents, communicable disease data, and referrals to school nurses.

12. Maintain clinic supply inventory and request supplies as needed.

13. Prepare and arrange bulletin boards, displays, models, etc.

Compliance :

14. Comply with policies established by federal and state laws, Texas Department of Health rule, State Board of Education rule, and board policy in the health services area.

15. Comply with all district and campus routines and regulations.

16. Maintain confidentiality.

Other :

17. Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.

Supervisory Responsibilities :

None

Equipment Used :

Thermometer, blood pressure cuff, audiometer, otoscope, sphygmomanometer, vision screening equipment, thermoscan, basic clinic equipment, personal computer, and copier

Working Conditions :

Mental Demands / Physical Demands / Environmental Factors :

Tools / Equipment Used : Standard medical clinic equipment; special needs adaptive equipment; standard office equipment including computer and peripherals

Posture : Frequent standing, sitting, kneeling / squatting, bending / stooping, pushing pulling, and twisting

Motion : Frequent walking, grasping / squeezing, wrist flexion / extension

Lifting : Frequent light lifting and carrying (under 15 pounds); may require regular heavy lifting (45 pounds or more) and position of students with physical disabilities;

controlling behavior through physical restraint, assisting nonambulatory students

Environment : Exposure to biological hazards, bacteria, and communicable diseases

Mental Demands : Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress

Years Of Experience

• Total years you've worked for WISD
• Years you've worked as a paraprofessional for WISD
• Years you've worked as a professional for WISD
• Years you've worked as a professional in all districts
• Total years you've worked in any district

Conditions of Employment

• Are you eligible to work in the United States?
• I hereby authorize Wylie ISD to conduct a criminal history background check?
• I hereby authorize Wylie ISD to verify any and all references provided by me and hold the district and any 3rd Party harmless for the information provided :

Skills Questionnaire

• How many years of experience do you have working with the public or in a customer service environment?
• How many years of experience do you have in maintaining data and physical files?
• Have you ever worked with confidential information?
• Rate your ability to work cooperatively with others :
• Rate the importance of confidentiality of information :
• Rate your comfort level in communicating with students and parents :
• Rate your ability to follow oral and written instructions :
• Rate the importance of attendance and punctuality :

General Questions

• Date Available : (MM / DD / YYYY)
• Position(s) applying for :
• Type of employment (Full-time or Part-time) :
• Have you been employed by Wylie ISD in the past? If yes, please provide date(s) of employment.
• Please list any language (other than English) that you can fluently read or speak. Please indicate by each language listed if you can read, speak or both.
• Have you ever been convicted of, plead guilty or no contest (nolo contendre) to, or received probation, suspension, or deferred adjudication for a felony or any offense involving moral turpitude (including, but not limited to, theft, rape, murder, swindling, and indecency with a minor)?

If yes, please state where. when, and the nature of the offense.

Are you related to a District Board Member? If so, please provide name and relationship.

Education / Certification Requirements

Education / Certification :

High School diploma or GED equivalent

Experience :

One year experience in a health-related position, including contact with school-age children

Benefits

For information, please visit our benefits website at http : / / wylieisd.schoolwires.net / Page / 1567

Attachments

Cover Letter

Resume

Reference Letter

Transcripts

Certificate

References

General Reference : 0 of 5 external references required.

Last updated : 2024-10-01