Clinical Assistant

Primary Purpose :

Assist school nurse by assuming routine record keeping activities, providing minor first aide care, and conducting health screenings at campus level.

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

Qualifications :

Education / Certification :

High school diploma or GED

Special Knowledge / Skills :

CPR, AED and First Aid Certification (preferred, or required after hire)

Health Screening Certification for Vision, Hearing and Spinal Screening (preferred, or required after hired)

Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

Proficient keyboarding and file maintenance skills

Ability to use personal computer and software to develop databases and do word processing

Ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written)

Experience :

One year in health-related positions; experience working with school-age children

Major Responsibilities and Duties :

Health Services

• Carry out first aide and emergency procedures for ill and injured students as directed by school nurse.
• Administer medication to students according to board policy and district procedures;

maintain accurate log of medications dispensed.

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

Take vitals signs (temperature, pulse, respiration rate, and blood pressure).

• Escort students to and from health room and assist students with activities of daily living and disabilities as necessary.
• Assist with student procedures as needed. This may include care for the student with diabetes, asthma, tracheostomy care, gastrostomy care, urethral catheterization, bathroom assistance, etc. as needed.
• Contact parents of students who need to be picked up from school according to established health services protocols or as directed by the school nurse (RN).
• Contact emergency medical services (EMS) according to established school health services protocols or as directed by the school nurse (RN).

Safety

• Use Universal Precautions Procedures when cleaning all body spills and providing wound care.
• Keep nurse’s office clean and sanitary.

Clerical

• Record information on student health records
• Compile, maintain, and file all physical and computerized reports, records, and other documents required, including accurate, updated health records on all students.
• Prepare correspondence, reports and records using personal computer or typewriter.
• Makes appointments for and maintain schedule of the school nurse.
• Maintain a daily log of health office activities, including reportable accidents, communicable disease data, and referrals to school nurse.
• Maintain clinic supply inventory and request supplies as needed.
• Prepare and arrange bulletin boards, displays, models, etc.

Compliance

• Comply with policies established by federal and state laws, Texas Department of Health rule, State Board of Education rule, and board policy in health services area.
• Comply with all district and campus routines and regulations.
• Maintain confidentiality.

Other

Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.

Supervisory Responsibilities :

None

Mental Demands / Physical Demands / Environmental Factors :

Tools / Equipment Used : Thermometer, blood pressure cuff, audiometer, otoscope, sphygmomanometer, vision screening equipment, thermoscan, basic clinic equipment, personal computer, and copier

Posture : Frequent standing, 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

The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.