Health Tech - Norfolk Public Schools
Norfolk, NE
About the Job
JOB TITLE: HEALTH TECH - Little Panthers Preschool
REQUIREMENTS: High School Diploma or Equivalent, Certified in CPR and First Aid
REPORTS TO: School Nurse and Building Administrator
RECEIVES GUIDANCE FROM: School Nurse and Building Administrator
GENERAL DESCPRIPTION: The job of the school Health Tech is to provide support in addressing the health needs of students; assist in implementing the school health program; and providing appropriate care and/or referral for ill, medically fragile and/or injured students under the supervision of the school nurse.
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: School year only 30 hours per week
EVALUATION: Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of administrative guidelines
for classified staff
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Consistent & punctual "on site" attendance at the worksite is an essential job function
- Administer first aid and medication to students according to district policy and procedures for the purpose of meeting immediate health care needs
- Communicates effectively with school nurse, staff and parents regarding health care needs and concerns for the purpose of referring students in need of further medical/dental treatment
- Maintains health records for the purpose of providing information required by legal and professional standards
- Maintains health room and work areas (i.e. supplies, inventory and cleanliness) for the purpose of providing adequate supplies and a sanitary and safe environment
- Performs record keeping and clerical functions under strict confidentiality (i.e. scheduling, copying, faxing, etc.) for the purpose of supporting health services staff
- Performs specialized treatments as delegated by the school nurse (i.e. diabetic and asthma procedures) for the purpose of providing for and monitoring students’ medical needs and/or testing at school site
- Supervises students referred for illness and/or injury for the purpose of monitoring their care and maintaining order in the health room
- Recognizes and reports signs and symptoms that are suggestive of illnesses, severe injuries or communicable disease
- Reports all medical concerns to the school nurse and/or building administrator
- Other duties as assigned