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- Medical Care and Emergency Response
- Provide first aid, daily medications, and medical care for sick and/or injured students according to federal, state, and District policies.
- Administer medication and perform procedures as delegated by the school’s Registered Nurse (RN). These medical procedures may include, but are not limited to: diabetic care, catheterization, seizure care, G-tube feeding, oral suctioning and care, emergency injections, and other tasks related to chronic or acute health needs.
- Provide comprehensive care of students with diabetes according to the health care plan.
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- Emergency Response and Medical Protocols
- Respond to medical emergencies when the school nurse is not present, using CPR, first aid, and AED skills.
- Follow RN-developed Health Care Plans, including administering emergency medications such as stock epinephrine and stock naloxone, and contacting 911 as needed.
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- Student Health Records Management
- Input and update student health care records and related paperwork to support the RN in maintaining accurate records in accordance with established standards and protocols.
- Ensure strict compliance with HIPAA and FERPA regulations to safeguard the privacy and sensitivity of student information.
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- Health Communication and Incident Reporting
- Communicate promptly with the RN, building administrator, parents, and/or designated contacts during major illness, serious injury, or other health-related issues and complete incident reports per established protocols.
- Collaborate routinely with the school RN on student health needs, community health concerns, and referrals from teachers, other disciplines, and parents.
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- School Health Office Management
- Maintain a clean, organized and well-stocked School Health Office.
- Oversee inventory, ordering, and stocking of health and first aid supplies under the RN’s guidance.
- Ensure proper labeling, documentation, and storage of student medications, including but not limited to prescription medications, over the counter medications, and emergency life-saving medications
- Routinely disinfect the health office (cots, sinks, countertops, door knobs, light switches, telephone receivers) per nursing protocols
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- Health Compliance and Mandated Screenings
- Ensure compliance with federal, state, and District policies for student vision/hearing screenings, immunization records, communicable disease reporting, and other health mandates.
- Oversee logistical arrangements for school-site screenings, including timely data entry of screening and student information and following up communications.
- Assist with mandated screenings at other schools when requested by the RN.
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- General Office Support
- Assist school office staff by answering front counter inquiries, handling incoming calls, directing office traffic, and providing general information as student health care needs allow.
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- Other Duties
- Additional tasks, duties, and responsibilities may be assigned as needed/requested.
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