HEALTH ROOM ASSISTANT en South Kitsap School District

HEALTH ROOM ASSISTANT

 

Reports To:	Certified Nurse of Designee	Bargaining Unit:	PSE
Department:		Salary Schedule:	Schedule A-Office Professionals
Employment Type:	Classified	Salary Range:	V
FLSA Status:	Hourly	Adoption Date:	7/25/19
Hours per Day:	3.0	Revised Date:	8/30/24
Days per Year:	180 (+11 Holidays) = 191

 

Belonging is a core value in the South Kitsap School District. We are passionate about building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable learning environment for all students and staff. We actively seek to understand the complex and rich identities of self and others and lean into and engage in courageous conversations. We know the educational environment is enhanced when diverse groups of people with unique ideas come together to learn and grow.

 

South Kitsap Employees Will:

• Maintain and enhance a sense of belonging and success for traditionally marginalized populations.
• Cultivate and develop inclusive and equitable working relationship with students, families, staff, and community members.
• Demonstrate understanding of our unique cultures and celebrate differences.
• Embrace and actively promote an inclusive and equitable learning environment. 

Purpose Statement

 

The job of Health Room Assistant is done for the purpose/s of providing health room organization and assistance in the implementation of the district health services program for the Health Services department.

 

Essential Functions:

• Adheres to confidentiality expectations (e.g. HIPPA, FERPA, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring security and confidentiality of staff and students private information are met with district, state and federal guidelines;
• Administers first aid and prescription medications to students (under the direction of a health care professional) for the purpose of meeting immediate health care needs within established guidelines;
• Assists with nursing tasks as trained and delegated (e.g. seizure care, screenings, blood sugar monitoring, insulin dosage on pump or pen, vital signs, utilizing clean technique, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring safety of students and staff;
• Assists administrators, staff, students, public, parents, vendors, etc. for the purpose of providing appropriate communication, information and/or direction as may be required;
• Assists with processing of documents, forms, mailings, and materials (e.g. care plans for field trips and sporting events, immunization tracking, etc.) for the purpose of disseminating information to appropriate parties;
• Attends department and/or in-service meetings (e.g. student health-related meetings, training programs, etc.) for the purpose of gathering information required to perform functions;
• Communicates with school staff and public (e.g. nurses, principal, parents, office personnel, maintenance, cafeteria staff, etc.) for the purpose of conveying and/or receiving information required to perform job functions including disease and other areas of concern;
• Enters health information in the student information system (e.g. health room visits, immunization records, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring accurate information is documented under regulations and guidelines;
• Filling of care plans and medication orders (e.g. health services related forms, documentation, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring accurate and timely charting and documentation;
• Maintains manual and electronic documents files and records (e.g. letters, medication logs, forms, reports, etc.) for the purpose of providing up-to-date information and/or historical reference in accordance with established administrative guidelines and legal requirements;
• Maintains inventory of supplies and materials (e.g. forms, health room supplies, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring items' availability;
• Monitors students referred for illness for the purpose of ensuring student welfare and maintaining a secure office environment;
• Responds to emergencies or other health-related situations for the purpose of meeting student health care needs.

Other Functions:

• Performs other related duties as assigned (e.g. answering phones, backup support to office when available, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the school.

Job Requirements: Minimum Qualifications

 

Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities

 

SKILLS are required to perform multiple tasks with a potential need to upgrade skills in order to meet changing job conditions. Specific skill-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: operating standard office equipment; preparing and maintaining accurate records.; administer first aid and/or prescribed medications; customer service.

 

KNOWLEDGE is required to perform basic math, including calculations using fractions, percents, and/or ratios; understand written procedures, write routine documents, and speak clearly; and understand multi-step written and oral instructions. Specific knowledge-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: codes/laws/rules/regulations/policies; grammar, spelling and punctuation; office machines; telephone etiquette; health standards; office practices; school safety and security practices.

 

ABILITY is required to schedule activities, meetings, and/or events; gather, collate, and/or classify data; and use job-related equipment. Flexibility is required to work with others in a variety of circumstances; work with data utilizing defined and similar processes; and operate equipment using standardized methods. Ability is also required to work with a wide diversity of individuals; work with similar types of data; and utilize job-related equipment. Problem solving is required to identify issues and create action plans. Problem solving with data may require independent interpretation; and problem solving with equipment is limited. Specific ability-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: adapting to changing work priorities; accuracy and attention to detail; maintaining confidentiality; working with frequent interruptions; effective verbal communication skills; diffuse argumentative behavior; organizing tasks; working as part of a team.

 

Responsibility

 

Responsibilities include: working under direct supervision using standardized routines; providing information and/or advising others; operating within a defined budget. Utilization of some resources from other work units is often required to perform the job's functions. There is some opportunity to impact the organization’s services.

 

Work Environment

 

The usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions require the following physical demands: occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling, some stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling and significant fine finger dexterity. Generally the job requires 60% sitting, 20% walking, 20% standing. The job is performed under conditions with exposure to risk of injury and/or illness.

 

Experience: Job related experience is desired.

 

Education (Preferred):

 

Education (Minimum): High school diploma or equivalent.

 

Required Testing                                                                                                         

None Specified

 

Certificates and Licenses

CPR/First Aid Certificate

 

Continuing Educ./Training                                                                   

None Specified

 

Clearances

Washington State Patrol and FBI Fingerprint

Background Clearance

 

Other Requirements:

• Completed online application (with supporting documents)

Health Benefits Information:

Most positions within the South Kitsap School District are governed by collective bargaining agreements that specify the benefits related to employment with the district, including insurance provisions, vacations, holidays, and other related benefits.

 

For more information about benefits, you may review the individual collective bargaining agreements and SEBB 2025 School Employee Enrollment Guide which are located on our website SK Staff Resources or contact our Payroll and Benefits Department at (360) 874-7028 or [email protected].

 

Application Procedure:  Complete the online application at www.skschools.org and apply to the position(s) to which you are qualified within your online application. 

 

Submitting and completing your online application and applying to open positions ensures immediate availability of your data to our hiring administrators. 

 

PRINCIPALS AND HIRING ADMINISTRATORS CONSIDER ONLY THOSE APPLICANTS WITH COMPLETE AND CURRENT APPLICATIONS.

 

Positions close at 4:00 p.m. on the final day of posting.  Your online application and required District Testing (if applicable-see job posting when applying) must be submitted by the closing date for an applicant to be considered for a position.

 

If you need assistance with this process, please contact Human Resources at (360) 874-7074 or [email protected].

 

The South Kitsap School District provides equal educational and employment opportunity without regard to race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, honorably-discharged veteran or military status, sex, sexual orientation – including gender expression or identity, marital status, or the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability, the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability. Equal access to activities, facilities and program is provided to the Boy Scouts of America and other designated youth groups. District procedure complies with all applicable state and federal laws.

The Title IX Officer, Section 504 Coordinator, and Gender Inclusivity Officer with the responsibility for monitoring, auditing, and ensuring compliance with this policy are:

Compliance/ADA/Title IX Coordinator:
Will Sarett,
Executive Director of Human Resources 
2689 Hoover Avenue SE, Port Orchard, WA 98366
360-874-7071
[email protected]

 

Section 504 Coordinator:
Cristin Blaskowitz,
Director of Special Services
2689 Hoover Avenue SE, Port Orchard, WA 98366
360-443-3625
[email protected]

 

Gender Inclusivity Compliance Officer:
Monica Zuber,
Assistant Superintendent for School Leadership
2689 Hoover Ave SE, Port Orchard, WA 98366
360-874-7003
[email protected]

 

South Kitsap School District will also take steps to assure that national origin persons who lack English language skills can participate in all education programs, services, and activities.  For information regarding translational bilingual education programs, contact the Executive Director of Teaching and Learning at (360) 874-7050.

 

All Employees are required to furnish proof of identity and employment authorization status.

 

The South Kitsap School District is committed to providing a drug-free, tobacco-free environment for all persons-students, community, and staff.

 

Any offer of employment with the South Kitsap School District is on a conditional basis pending the successful completion of an FBI and Washington State Patrol fingerprint background check.

 

All Employees are required to furnish proof of identity and employment authorization status.

 

The South Kitsap School District is committed to providing a drug-free, tobacco-free environment for all persons-students, community, and staff.

 

Any offer of employment with the South Kitsap School District is on a conditional basis pending the successful completion of an FBI and Washington State Patrol fingerprint background check.

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