Health Aide, Elementary

Position Title: Health Aide Location: Elementary School Reports To: Principal Supervises: None Classification: Support Status: Full-time FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Benefit Eligible: Yes Work Year: 207 days / 10 months Salary: See lhusd.org website Education And Experience Requirements High school diploma or equivalent Certificates And Licensure Requirements Current CNA, LNA, LPN, LVN license/certificate OR Emergency Medical Technician license/certificate OR Paramedic licenseCurrent CPR and First Aid certificationIVP fingerprint clearance card through AZ Department of Public Safety Summary The person who occupies this position must have the ability to organize and administer the health care program for that school. This person must be cognizant of health problems and concern of both students and staff. This person shall be required to periodically submit reports reviewing the current status of the health delivery systems for that school. The Health Aide should also periodically submit recommendations that are felt to be necessary to better serve the student and community's health needs. The Health Aide should also be cognizant of student problems that may be generated as a result of family health situations or social problems that may occur. This person will be expected to be familiar with emergency medical procedure, and it would be expected that the Health Aide would be willing to enroll in continuing education activities to remain current in techniques and procedures that pertain to school nursing. CPR/First Aid trainer, and facilitate on-site training. The Health Aide must be discrete, loyal, efficient, and be able to maintain confidentiality. Qualifications Ability to operate various diagnostic equipmentAbility to relate well with children, staff and publicAbility to communicate effectively, orally and in writingBasic clerical skills are recommendedAbility to work effectively without direct supervisionPersonal qualities associated with good human and interpersonal relationsGood health, physical stamina, fitness, and vitality Responsibilities And Requirements Provide emergency care for students and staff in case of illness or accident; notify principal in any and all emergenciesConduct the activities of student health services at the facility assigned and act as a resource person for that facilityReview all health records of students in assigned facilityAdminister medications to students in accordance with school board policy under the supervision of the school administrator and maintains accurate records of medication givenEstablish appropriate screening tests and do referral and follow-up as necessary on students in assigned facilityMaintain current immunization records and provide recommended immunizations as prescribed by the State of Arizona in cooperation with the local County Health DepartmentContact and counsel parents and students when a student has a health problemMake home visitations to those parents whose children have problems that might be health orientedParticipate in health education and safety programs where it is deemed appropriateParticipate in the Special Education placement process as prescribed by statuteDevelop necessary information with regard to individual health problems and disseminate this information to those individuals' teachers and keep the administration advised of these health concernsReview all student, faculty, and staff accident formsNotify principal of any situation that might be considered child abuse or neglectAct as liaison agent to local state, and national health agencies for assigned schoolPerform other duties consistent with this position when assigned by the supervisor Physical Demands and Work Environment Physical Effort Repetitive motion and eye strain through extensive utilization of computer hardware and software.May require lifting materials and supplies weighing up to 25 pounds. EEOC Lake Havasu Unified School District provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This job description is intended to accurately reflect the position activities and requirements. Administrators and supervisors reserve the right to modify, add, or remove duties and assign other duties as necessary. It is not intended to be and should not be construed as an all-inclusive list of all the responsibilities, skills, or working conditions associated with the position.