Position Purpose Perform delegated selected nursing tasks or procedures in the school setting under the supervision of the roving registered professional nurse in a substitute capacity.
Qualifications High School diploma or higher First Aid CPRAED certification State or National Certification in a health care occupation preferred Minimum of two 2 years health related work experience Dependable in attendance and observance of duty hours Excellent psychological, social communication, and computer technology skills Physical stamina to respond to emergencies Maintain confidentiality, apply new concepts quickly, adapt easily to change, and demonstrate a high degree of organizational skills and attention to detail Ability to work independently within established guidelines.
Physical and Emotional Requirements The incumbent may be required to use the below requirements during any part of the working day.
Physical Requirements • Move within confined spaces • Sit and stand with balance • Reach above shoulders, med cabinet, and reach below waist cabinets • Pull in equipment • Finger dexterity, arm-hand steadiness, and manual dexterity • Write with pen, keytype, computer, physical endurance, and sustain repetitive movements • CPR
Mobility Requirements • Twist, bend, stoop, squat, move quickly, response to emergency, climb stairs, and walk
Speech and Communication Requirements • Speech clarity • Speech recognition • Written expression
Strength and Stamina Requirements • Sufficient to perform delegated nursing tasks and procedures for entire duty day
Emotional and Communication Requirements • Listen, explain, reporting, and provide non-judgmental support • Calmness, think quickly and clearly, and be flexible • Remaining calm while dealing with emergency situations and unexpected incidents • Stamina and stability to work effectively under pressure • Interact with students, families, district staff, and community agencies respecting social, cultural, and spiritual diversity • Do not take offense and calmly move forward with the day even if the parent or staff person has said something hurtful • Emotional strength to deal with difficult situations and calmly move forward with the day • Assume responsibility and accountability for actions
Performance Responsibilities Under the direction of a registered professional nurse, perform delegated selected specialized caretaking tasks or procedures as defined in the Kansas Nurse Practice Act. Provide immediate care for an anticipated health crisis that is identified in a nursing care plan. Maintain school health records and data entry of nursing services for assigned clinic. Utilize effective communication skills and teamwork approach to promote positive public relations. Other duties as assigned.
Terms of Employment The health aide functions within the guidelines of the Kansas Nurse Practice Act, Kansas Department of Health and Environment, and Topeka Public School Policies & Procedures.
Significant Associations The performance responsibilities are not limited to those outline in this description and may include any other responsibilities as assigned by the administrators or supervisor.