Long Term Substitute Health Assistant Paraprofessional/LPN

CLASSIFICATION DESCRIPTION

TITLE: Health Assistant/LPN Title of Immediate Supervisor: School Nurse/RN

Department: School Operations

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Accountable For (Job Titles):

Pay Grade Assignment: Educational Assistants, Addendum A, Wages

General Summary or Purpose Of Job: Provides health services, maintains records and promotes the health and well being of students.

DUTY NO.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES: (These duties are a representative sample; position assignments may vary.) FRE- QUENCY

1. Performs routine first aid for students. Daily 30%

2. Provides care for students who are ill. Contacts parents or guardians as appropriate. Daily 20%

3. Prepares and maintains student health records. Performs data entry of student health information into the SASI software system. Assists in verifying and updating immunization records. Daily 20%

4. Administers medications to students, as delineated by specific District policies and procedures. Administers injections and rectal medications. Daily 10%

5. Orders supplies; maintains proper inventory of supplies. Maintains a safe and clean health office. Daily 10%

6. Performs general clerical tasks, such as typing, filing, copying, faxing, and responding to general questions in person and by telephone. Daily 10%

7. Performs other duties of a comparable level or type. As required

CLASSIFICATION DESCRIPTION

TITLE: Health Assistant/LPN

Minimum Qualifications: (necessary qualifications to gain entry into the job not preferred or desirable qualifications)

Requires a minimum of a one-year certificate in licensed practical nursing from a college or technical school; or an equivalent combination of education or training necessary to successfully perform the essential functions of the work.

Certification or Licensing Requirements (prior to job entry): Licensed Practical Nurse (Required) CPR & First Aid (Required)

Knowledge Requirements: Requires knowledge of: Practical nursing, especially in a school setting. CPR and first aid training. General knowledge of assessing injuries and illnesses. General knowledge of health issues such as immunizations, diabetes, blood-borne pathogens, asthma, seizures, allergies, and so forth. Immunization schedules and laws. General knowledge of administering such medications as Epi-pens, Insulinpens, nebulizers, and so forth. Familiarity with database programs for entering health records.

Skill Requirements: Skilled in: Dispensing medications, especially to children. Using a Windows-based desktop computer, and familiarity with word processing. Accurate record keeping. Proper procedures for dispensing medications. Proper handling and utilization of vision and hearing equipment. Organizational skills. Ability to observe, monitor, and record blood sugar readings and levels and follow emergency plans for diabetic children. Ability to maintain confidentiality regarding student information. Ability to continue training in health-related areas. Ability to be flexible and work independently.

Physical Requirements: Indicate according to the requirements of the essential duties/responsibilities Employee is required to: Never 1-33% Occasionally 34-66% Frequently 66-100% Continuously CLASSIFICATION DESCRIPTION

TITLE: Health Assistant/LPN Stand Walk Sit Use hands dexterously (use fingers to handle, feel)

Reach with hands and arms Climb or balance Stoop/kneel/crouch or crawl Talk and hear Taste and smell Lift & Carry: Up to 10 lbs. Up to 25 lbs. Up to 50 lbs. Up to 100 lbs. More than 100 lbs. General Environmental Conditions:

Work is performed under normal office conditions and there are minimal environmental risks or disagreeable conditions associated with the work. Occasionally, there is a risk from handling toxic or caustic chemicals, such as medications, and some risk may be experienced when using certain medical equipment.

The typical noise level is considered to be moderate.

General Physical Conditions: Work can be generally characterized as:

Sedentary Work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body.

Vision Requirements: Check box if relevant Yes No No special vision requirements Close Vision (20 in. of less) Distance Vision (20 ft. of more) Color Vision Depth Perception Peripheral Vision

Job Classification History:

Classification reviewed and revised by Penn, Inc., Human Resource Management CLASSIFICATION DESCRIPTION

TITLE: Health Assistant/LPN Consulting