Health Assistant - RN

Position Type:
Support Staff/Health Aide

Date Posted:
6/23/2021

Location:
Lake Forest High School

Date Available:
08/16/2021

Closing Date:
08/27/2021

Lake Forest Community High School District 115 is seeking a Health Assistant - RN.

Description: The Health Assistant - RN uses clinical knowledge and professional judgment in providing nursing health care to students and staff. The registered nurse strengthens and facilitates the educational process by modifying or removing health-related barriers and uses early detection to aide in the prevention of illness and disability.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's of Science Degree in Nursing (BSN)
• Valid Illinois Registered Nurse License
• Valid CPR/AED Certification
• Experience working as a registered nurse - preferred

Competencies:

• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills and positive problem solving attitude
• Comfortable and pleasant demeanor in busy environments
• Ability to:
  • work under pressure
  • work with speed, attention to detail, consistency, and organization
  • work harmoniously, cooperatively, and effectively with all stakeholders
  • meet deadlines
  • prioritize workflow while working with many individuals
  • work harmoniously, cooperatively, and effectively with all stakeholders
  • work effectively in office and school-based management systems
  • Maintain confidentiality
  • Adhere to Board of Education policies and procedures

Essential Functions: Nursing Care

• Triages and provides professional nursing care to students and staff in accordance with professional standards, school policies and procedures, and state mandates
• Implements first aid measures as needed
• Administers daily and PRN (as needed) medications and nursing care procedures prescribed by the student's physician
• Performs vision & hearing screenings and other health screenings as directed by supervisor
• Participates in maintaining and updating cumulative health records to assure compliance with state mandates including immunizations, physical exams, medical conditions and related archival responsibilities
• Collaborates with Certified School Nurse to plan and implement school health management protocols for students with chronic health problems, including the administration of medications
• Disseminates health care plans to teachers through PowerSchool and emails Communication
• Communicates with all stakeholders to enhance cooperative action to meet the health and safety needs of students
• Maintains medical waivers and communicates with Wellness teachers, assistant athletic director, and counselors
• Collaborates with teachers, LRC case managers, deans, and counselors regarding student behavior and attendance
• Promotes health education and services to enhance the health and wellness of the school community
• Records state mandated health records for every student; follow up with parents as needed Organization
• Documents patient care services in daily log and/or department records
• Monitors all student files for reported medical conditions, checking entries into PowerSchool and assuring teachers are notified four times per year
• Maintains a safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations
• Prepares and maintains all first aid kits
• Checks proper functioning of medical equipment four times per year
• Compiles data for statistical purposes Professional Responsibilities
• Maintains confidentiality of school matters
• Develops and maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending workshops, reviewing professional publications, and collaborating with peers
• Stays current regarding state and national regulations for HIPPA, physicals,immunizations, and health action plans
• Models high standards of professionalism in all situations
• Makes appropriate assessments and referrals for suspected abuse/neglect as a mandated reporter
• Performs other job related duties as assigned by direct supervisor
• Adheres to Board of Education policies and procedures

Physical Demands : While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, walk, talk, hear, and reach. The employee is occasionally required to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, push, pull, and lift. Repetition motions are required, especially for keyboarding which involves substantial movements of the wrists, hands and/or fingers. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds and up to 50 pounds frequently. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment : While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly subject to inside environmental conditions and is subject to noises associated with both office and educational environments.

Compensation: $28.00 - $33.00/hour

Application Procedure: Interested candidates must apply online. Click here to access the online application.

To learn more about Lake Forest High School, visit our website at www.lakeforestschools.org.

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